Max Battles are a new feature recently added to Pokemon Go that allows players to engage in battles with various Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokemon. Each month, the selection of Pokemon available through these Max Battles changes, offering players a chance to catch both new and returning Pokemon.
In May 2025, a fresh lineup of Pokemon will be accessible via Max Battles. Below, you will find a detailed guide for May 2025’s Max Battles, outlining what Pokemon will be featured and the special events taking place this month.
Understanding Max Battles
Max Battles occur at various Power Spots around the Pokemon Go map, changing locations throughout the week. To enter a Max Battle, players need to use Max Particles, which can be collected through the Max Battle feature.
To start a Max Battle, you must choose three Pokemon capable of Dynamaxing or Gigantamaxing. During the battle, your goal is to defeat a specific Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokemon, allowing your own Pokemon to transform on the battlefield.
Upon finishing a Max Battle, players earn in-game rewards, including berries, Rare Candy, and Revives. Additionally, you can encounter the Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokemon, with the chance to capture it and gain the ability to Dynamax if caught.
Max Battles in May 2025
The Pokemon available for Max Battles will change weekly throughout May. Here’s the complete schedule for May 2025’s Max Battles.
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May 2025 Max Battle Schedule |
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Dates |
Available Pokemon |
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April 28 – May 5, 2025 |
Charmander Pidove Cryogonal Wooloo Falinks |
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May 5 – May 12, 2025 |
Bulbasaur Machop Beldum Grookey |
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May 12 – May 19, 2025 |
Gastly Chansey Drilbur Darumaka Falinks |
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May 19 – May 26, 2025 |
Squirtle Krabby Sableye Beldum |
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May 26 – June 2, 2025 |
Gastly Pidove Rookidee Falinks |
Max Mondays in May 2025
Every Monday in May features Max Monday, a one-hour event focused on battling a specific Dynamax Pokemon. These events will run from 6 PM to 7 PM local time.
During each Max Monday, various Power Spots will host Max Battles with the highlighted Dynamax Pokemon, offering numerous opportunities to engage in battles. Below is the schedule for featured Pokemon during Max Mondays.
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Max Monday Schedule for May 2025 |
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Date |
Featured Pokemon |
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May 5, 2025 |
Grookey |
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May 12, 2025 |
Gastly |
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May 19, 2025 |
Sableye |
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May 26, 2025 |
Rookidee |
May 2025 Max Battle Events
Dynamax Suicune Max Battle Weekend
The Dynamax Suicune Max Battle Weekend is scheduled for May 10, 2025, at 6 AM to May 11, 2025, at 9 PM. This event will feature several Power Spots where players can engage in Dynamax Suicune battles.
During this event, players can also enjoy various bonuses, including:
- 1,600 Max Particles available to collect.
- Gain Max Particles for traveling 25% of the distance.
- Eight times the Max Particles from Power Spots.
- Unlocking or powering up Max Moves will cost 25% fewer Max Particles.
- Power Spots will refresh more quickly.
In the days leading up to the Dynamax Suicune Max Battle Weekend, there will be Timed Research to complete.
Ensure you finish this Timed Research to earn rewards that will aid in the main event.
Gigantamax Machamp Max Battle Day
The Gigantamax Machamp Max Battle Day will take place on May 25, 2025, from 2 PM to 5 PM. While specific details for this event are yet to be announced, it promises the debut of Gigantamax Machamp, providing players with the chance to battle and capture this Pokemon for the first time in Pokemon Go. Expect a range of bonuses, likely granting additional rewards for completing Max Battles.
If the mechanics of Gigantamax Machamp’s Max Battle resemble past events, you will need a strong team of players to successfully complete the battle.
