Get Ready for Dynamax Pokémon in Pokémon GO's Max Out Season!
Pokémon GO is thrilled to announce the arrival of Dynamax Pokémon in the upcoming Max Out season! This exciting addition brings a whole new dimension to gameplay. Learn more about this electrifying update and the season's events below.
Max Out Season: September 10th - September 15th
The Max Out season kicks off September 10th at 10:00 a.m. local time and runs until September 15th at 8:00 p.m. local time. Prepare for a massive influx of Dynamax Pokémon and exciting in-game events!
Initial Dynamax Pokémon Encounters
Trainers will encounter Dynamax versions of these Pokémon in 1-star Max Battles:
These Dynamax Pokémon, along with their evolutions, can be Dynamaxed by players. Shiny variants will also be available! Special Field Research tasks will be available during the event, alongside PokéStop Showcases offering event-themed rewards.
Seasonal Special Research
A new Seasonal Special Research story begins September 3rd at 10:00 a.m. local time and runs until December 3rd, 2024, at 9:59 a.m. local time. Completing Max Battle-focused tasks will reward players with Max Particles, a new avatar item, and more.
Max Particle Bundle
An exclusive Max Particle Pack Bundle (4,800 Max Particles) will be available on the Pokémon GO web store for $7.99 starting September 8th, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. PDT. Max Particles are crucial for Dynamax battles.
Future Updates: Power Spots and Gigantamax?
Rumors suggest the arrival of Power Spots next month, designated locations for Max Battles, Dynamax Pokémon encounters, and Max Particle collection. While Niantic hasn't confirmed this, it's an exciting prospect.
Pokémon GO senior producer John Funtanilla hinted at the possibility of some Dynamax Pokémon also being able to Mega Evolve. However, the addition of Gigantamax Pokémon remains unconfirmed, despite previous teases. Niantic promises further details on Dynamax battles soon.