One of the most important skills for Pokemon GO players to master is how to consistently succeed in Legendary and Mega Battle Raids without failed attempts. Each failed raid means a loss of Revives, Potions, and (worst case scenario) a Raid Pass.

Taking the time to study a Pokemon GO raid boss' weaknesses is especially important when it comes to Mega Raids, which can be some of the toughest Raids to overcome. Players should always strive to master an opponent's weaknesses and counters before taking them on in battle. Everything Trainers will need to find success in battles against Mega Gyarados has been outlined below, to help you prepare ahead of time.

Updated May 15, 2024 by Grace Black: In Pokemon GO, Mega Gyarados has returned to Mega Raids between the dates of May 16 and May 23, 2024. For this reason, many Trainers will be preparing to go up against this Pokemon in battle, so this guide has been refreshed with all the latest information to assist with defeating this challenging foe.

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Pokemon GO: Mega Gyarados Weakness & Resistances

In Pokemon GO, Mega Gyarados is a Water and Dark dual-type Pokemon. This means that Mega Gyarados has several weaknesses to Pokemon or moves of Electric, Bug, Grass, Fighting, and Fairy typings. However, this also means that Mega Gyarados will be resistant to Pokemon and moves of the Ghost, Fire, Ice, Water, and Steel typings. For this reason, Pokemon of these types should be avoided as members of your team for Mega Gyarados Raids, as those matchups will only make things more difficult for you.

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Best Mega Gyarados Raid Counters In Pokemon GO

When considering the best Raid counters for Mega Gyarados, the most favorable choices often consist of Pokemon who hold a type Mega Gyarados is weak to — or Pokemon that are able to pull off powerful moves of these same typings.

For this reason, carefully selecting which Pokemon you choose to use in battle against Mega Gyarados can make all the difference in ensuring you are able to defeat this Raid Boss and get the chance of capturing one for your own Pokedex or PvP and PvE battling needs. The best Mega Gyarados counters have been identified below, as well as the best moveset for each of these Pokemon. However, while these Pokemon are the most viable choices, any Pokemon of the same typing or who holds a similar moveset will do when you don't have any other options to work with.

Best Mega Gyarados Counters

Pokémon GO

Platform(s)

iOS , Android

Developer(s)

Niantic , The Pokemon Company

Publisher(s)

Niantic

Genre(s)

Augmented Reality