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

Author: Olivia Mar 21,2025

Get ready for a colossal clash! The Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day event is crashing into *Pokémon GO* this February, bringing with it a flurry of bonuses and a chance to battle the gigantic crustacean. This guide covers everything you need to know to make the most of this limited-time event.

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

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Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day: Event Details

Event Start 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 your chance to encounter this powerful Pokémon in six-star Max Battles. There's even a chance to snag a Shiny Gigantamax Kingler!

Event Bonuses

This event is packed with bonuses to help you power up! Here's the breakdown:

  • During the event (2 PM - 5 PM local time):

    • Increased Max Particle collection limit: 1,600
    • All Power Spots host Gigantamax Battles
    • More frequent Power Spot refreshes
    • 8x Max Particles from Power Spots
  • From 12 AM to 5 PM local time on February 1, 2025:

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

Remember, to get the last two bonuses, you'll need to collect all visible Max Particles in your Nearby menu first. Keep an eye on that Nearby menu throughout the day for those extra particles!

Event Exclusives & Tickets

For a boosted experience, grab the event-exclusive Timed Research for $5 (or local equivalent). Available during the event (2 PM - 5 PM local time), it rewards:

  • 1 Max Mushroom
  • 25,000 XP

Plus, enjoy these additional bonuses with the Timed Research:

  • 2x XP from Max Battles
  • Increased Max Particle collection limit: 5,600

Tickets can be purchased and gifted to Great Friends or higher, but only until 4 PM local time on February 1st. Remember, these purchases are non-refundable and can't be made with PokéCoins.

Tips for Success

  • Max Mushrooms: Use Max Mushrooms to temporarily double the damage your Dynamax/Gigantamax Pokémon deal in Max Battles. You can use multiple in a row, but it won't increase the damage multiplier beyond double.

  • Team Up: Teamwork makes the dream work! Use Campfire to find Max Battles and team up with other Trainers.

Get ready for an epic battle! Pokémon GO is available now.