Pokemon GO: Machop Max Battle Guide (Max Mondays)

Pokémon GO's Max Monday event on January 6th, 2025, features the Fighting-type Machop. This one-hour event (6 PM to 7 PM local time) sees Machop dominating Power Spots, offering a limited window to battle and capture it. Preparation is key, so understanding Machop's strengths and weaknesses is crucial.

Machop's Strengths and Weaknesses

Machop, a pure Fighting-type, resists Rock, Dark, and Bug-type moves. However, it's vulnerable to Flying, Fairy, and Psychic-type attacks. Avoid using Rock, Dark, or Bug-type Pokémon; prioritize Flying, Fairy, and Psychic types.

Optimal Pokémon Counters

Max Battles restrict you to your owned Dynamax Pokémon. Here are top choices:

• Beldum/Metang/Metagross: Excellent choices with their Psychic secondary typing providing a type advantage. These are among the best overall options.
• Charizard: Its Flying secondary type gives it an advantage against Machop, combined with its inherent power. Another top-tier choice.
• Other Powerful Options: While lacking a type advantage, fully evolved Pokémon like Dubwool, Greedent, Blastoise, Rillaboom, Cinderace, Inteleon, or Gengar possess the raw power to overcome Machop.

Remember, this event is time-sensitive. Choose your Dynamax Pokémon wisely and prepare for a successful Machop encounter!