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Pokémon GO: Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day Guide

Author : Isaac Mar 12,2025

Get ready for the Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day event in *Pokémon GO*, kicking off this February! This exciting event features six-star Max Battles against the colossal Kingler, along with a wave of awesome bonuses. Here's your complete guide to making 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: Event Start Time & Date

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 your chance to encounter this powerful Pokémon in six-star Max Battles – and keep your fingers crossed for a Shiny encounter!

Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day: Event Bonuses

This event is packed with bonuses! Starting at 12 AM local time on February 1st and lasting until 5 PM, you'll enjoy:

  • 2x Max Particles from exploring
  • 1/4 adventuring distance to receive Max Particles

During the main event (2 PM to 5 PM), these bonuses will be active:

  • Max Particle collection limit increased to 1,600
  • All Power Spots will host Gigantamax Battles
  • More frequent Power Spot refreshes
  • 8x Max Particles from Power Spots

Important note: To get the full benefit of the first two bonuses, collect all Max Particles from your Nearby menu before the event begins.

Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day: Event Exclusives & Tickets

For $5 (or equivalent), grab the event-exclusive Timed Research available from 2 PM to 5 PM on February 1st. Rewards include:

  • 1 Max Mushroom
  • 25,000 XP

Plus, you'll also get these additional bonuses:

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

You can gift tickets to Great Friends or higher, but remember, ticket purchases are non-refundable and unavailable after 4 PM local time on the event day. Tickets can't be bought with PokéCoins.

Tips for the Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day Event

To maximize your chances of success, remember to use Max Mushrooms to temporarily double your Dynamax/Gigantamax Pokémon's damage during Max Battles. Team up with other Trainers using Campfire to locate battles and collaborate for victory!

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