Pokemon GO Gigantamax Kingler Best Counters, Tips, and Tricks

Conquer the Gigantamax Kingler Raid Boss in Pokémon GO!

This 6-Star Raid boss, Gigantamax Kingler, makes its Pokémon GO debut, demanding strategic counter choices to exploit its Water-type weaknesses. Following the Lapras Gigantamax event, this colossal crustacean requires a powerful raid team to overcome during its Max Battle Day on Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM local time.

Gigantamax Kingler's Strengths and Weaknesses in Pokémon GO

As a pure Water-type Pokémon, Gigantamax Kingler is vulnerable only to Grass- and Electric-type attacks (160% effectiveness). Conversely, it resists Fire, Water, Steel, and Ice-type moves (39% damage), so avoid these types entirely.

Optimal Counters for Gigantamax Kingler in Pokémon GO

To defeat Gigantamax Kingler, utilize Electric-type and non-pure Grass-type counters such as Venusaur, Ivysaur, and Zapdos. Remember, only Dynamax- or Gigantamax-capable Pokémon are permitted in Max Battles. Here's a list of effective options:

Gigantamax Kingler Counter	Type	Fast Attack	Charged Attack
Venusaur	Grass & Poison	Vine Whip	Frenzy Plant
Ivysaur	Grass & Poison	Vine Whip	Power Whip
Zapdos	Electric & Flying	Thunder Shock	Thunder
Greedent	Normal	Bullet Seed	Trailblaze
Dubwool	Normal	Tackle	Wild Charge
Cryogonal	Ice	Frost Breath	Solar Beam

While Grass-type Pokémon like Rillaboom are viable, Gigantamax Kingler's potential moveset (including X-Scissor) can be problematic for pure Grass-types. Venusaur and Ivysaur's Poison typing mitigates this. Zapdos' Flying typing protects it from Ground-type moves.

Prioritize counters with Same-Type Attack Bonuses (STAB) for a 20% damage increase. Pokémon like Greedent, Dubwool, and Cryogonal, capable of learning Grass- or Electric-type moves, are excellent backups. In a pinch, neutral damage tanks like Blastoise or Lapras can provide support.

Shiny Gigantamax Kingler?

Yes! The official announcement confirms a Shiny Gigantamax Kingler possibility. While the odds are unconfirmed, a 1 in 20 chance (similar to 5-Star Raids) is likely.

Leverage Max Mushrooms

If your raid struggles, utilize Max Mushrooms (available for purchase). These 400 PokeCoin items double your Dynamax/Gigantamax Pokémon's damage for 30 seconds, potentially turning the tide.

Stay informed about upcoming Pokémon GO events in February to plan your strategies.