Pokémon GO Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day Event Guide: Bonuses, Tickets, and More

Author : Jonathan Mar 19,2025

Get ready for the Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day event in Pokémon GO this February! This exciting event features six-star Max Battles against the colossal Kingler, along with a host of bonuses to boost your progress. Here's everything you need to know to make the most of this February 2025 event.

Pokemon GO 8th Anniversary Artwork featuring giant Wartortle, with the Dynamax symbol added

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Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day: Date & Time

Prepare for battle! Gigantamax Kingler makes its Pokémon GO debut on Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 2 PM to 5 PM local time. Don't miss this limited-time opportunity to encounter this powerful Pokémon in six-star Max Battles. You might even be lucky enough to catch a Shiny Gigantamax Kingler!

Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day: Bonuses

This event is packed with bonuses to maximize your rewards! During the event (2 PM to 5 PM local time):

  • Max Particle collection limit increased to 1,600
  • All Power Spots host Gigantamax Battles
  • Power Spots refresh more frequently
  • 8x Max Particles from Power Spots

Even better, from 12 AM to 5 PM local time on February 1st:

  • 2x Max Particles from exploring
  • 1/4 adventuring distance to receive Max Particles (requires collecting all Max Particles in the Nearby menu first)

Remember, you can collect Max Particles daily by exploring and checking the Nearby menu for the Max Particles icon.

Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day: Exclusives & Tickets

For a boosted experience, grab the event-exclusive Timed Research for $5 (or local equivalent). Available from 2 PM to 5 PM local time on February 1st, it includes:

  • 1 Max Mushroom
  • 25,000 XP

Plus, you'll enjoy these additional bonuses with the Timed Research:

  • 2x XP from Max Battles
  • Max Particle collection limit increased to 5,600

You can also gift tickets to Great Friends or higher. However, tickets are only available until 4 PM local time and are non-refundable. Plan your purchases carefully!

Tips for Success

To conquer Gigantamax Kingler, consider using Max Mushrooms to temporarily double your Dynamax/Gigantamax Pokémon's damage. Team up with other Trainers using Campfire to find Max Battles and collaborate for victory! Good luck, Trainers!

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