Entei’s Dynamax Battle Weekend: Ultimate Strategy Guide

For a short time, Pokémon GO is launching a special Max Battle featuring Dynamax Entei, a Legendary Fire-type Pokémon from the Johto region. This event will only last for one weekend, allowing you to face this Five-Star boss multiple times to expand your Pokémon collection. Team up with friends to find the best counters to Entei and increase your chances of winning every battle.

The Max Battle against Entei begins on April 26 at 6:00 AM and concludes on April 27, 2025, at 9:00 PM local time. Like all Max Battles, you will need to locate a Power Spot and team up with at least three other trainers. Only Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokémon can take part in this battle, so make sure to have one ready.

Dynamax Entei: Weaknesses & Resistance in Pokémon GO

Identify Effective Counters for the Johto Legendary

As a Fire-type, Entei has specific weaknesses and resistances that you should consider in battle. It takes extra damage from Ground, Rock, and Water-type moves. Conversely, it resists attacks from Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, and Steel types, making it a formidable opponent.

All of Entei’s attacks reflect its powerful Fire-type abilities. While it has some strong Fire-type moves, it also features unique attacks that can affect your strategy. Check out the table below to identify Entei’s moves when you and your team are planning your battle:

Any attacks exploiting an opponent’s weakness deal 60% more damage, and Fire-type moves gain additional power due to the Same Type Attack Bonus (STAB). Attacks that Entei resists will only inflict 37.5% of their normal damage, making them ineffective. Stick with moves that are either neutral or super effective against Entei for the best chance of success.

Best Counters Against Dynamax Entei in Pokémon GO

Assemble the Right Team for Success

Given the limited choices of Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokémon, it’s crucial to select the best options to target Entei’s weaknesses. Generally, Max Battles become more manageable with 2 Attackers, 1 Tank, and 1 Healer. Unlike fights in the Master League, Dynamax Entei can use area-of-effect moves that affect your entire team, requiring solid coordination to secure a win.

During the Entei Max Battle Weekend, players can complete Special Research to encounter a Dynamax Sobble, which is an excellent counter due to its Water-type. If you participated in Max Monday for Dynamax Sobble earlier that week, you may already have a powerful version ready to battle against Entei.

The following table showcases an example team composition of effective counters to Dynamax Entei, including their respective roles:

Both Gigantamax Kingler and Dynamax Inteleon are ideal attackers due to their powerful Water-type moves. Gigantamax Kingler can dish out significant damage to Dynamax Entei, making it a highly valuable team member.

Gigantamax Blastoise offers exceptional defense, paired with Dynamax Blissey, to withstand Entei’s fierce Fire-type attacks. With Dynamax Excadrill adding further super-effective damage, you should be able to overcome Dynamax Entei quickly before the Max Battle Weekend event in Pokémon GO concludes.

Upon defeating Dynamax Entei, you will have the opportunity to catch it and earn a large amount of Stardust as a reward. Those who triumph over Dynamax Entei during the Max Battle Weekend in Pokémon GO might also encounter a Shiny version of this Legendary Pokémon, making it a rare prize for their collection.