Best Pokemon GO Mega Tyranitar Counters: Weaknesses & Type Effectiveness
- By Thomas
- Feb 25,2025
Conquering Mega Tyranitar in Pokémon GO Mega Raids: A Comprehensive Guide
Mega Tyranitar, a formidable 5-Star Mega Raid boss in Pokémon GO, demands strategic counter selection to exploit its weaknesses effectively. Despite its high Attack, CP, and Defense stats, a well-chosen team can overcome this Dark-type powerhouse.
Mega Tyranitar's Strengths and Weaknesses
Mega Tyranitar is a dual Rock/Dark type, vulnerable to Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Grass, Ground, Steel, and Water-type attacks. Fighting-type moves are particularly effective, dealing 256% damage. Other weaknesses inflict 160% damage. However, it boasts resistances to Normal, Fire, Poison, Flying, Ghost, and Dark-type moves, and is strong against Psychic-type moves.
| Pokémon | Type | Weaknesses | Strong Against | Resistances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mega Tyranitar | Rock/Dark | Fighting, Bug, Fairy, Water, Grass, Ground, Steel | Fire, Ice, Flying, Bug, Psychic, Ghost, Rock, Steel, Fairy, Grass | Normal, Fire, Poison, Flying, Ghost, Dark |
Optimal Mega Tyranitar Counters
High-Attack Fighting-type Pokémon are your best bet. Top contenders include Keldeo, Conkeldurr, and Machamp. The table below lists excellent counters with their recommended movesets:
| Pokémon | Fast Move | Charged Move |
|---|---|---|
| Keldeo (All Forms) | Low Kick | Sacred Sword |
| Machamp | Counter | Dynamic Punch |
| Hariyama | Counter | Dynamic Punch |
| Mega Blaziken | Counter | Focus Blast |
| Conkeldurr | Counter | Dynamic Punch |
| Toxicroak | Counter | Dynamic Punch |
| Mega Gallade (All Forms) | Low Kick | Close Combat |
| Mega Lopunny | Double Kick | Focus Blast |
| Galarian Zapdos | Counter | Close Combat |
| Meloetta (Pirouette) | Low Kick | Close Combat |
Water and Ground-type Pokémon offer viable alternatives, though their damage output may be lower. Prioritize Same-Type Attack Bonus (STAB) for maximum effectiveness.
Shiny Mega Tyranitar
Yes, Shiny Mega Tyranitar exists! The odds are 1 in 128. Alternatively, a Larvitar Community Day increases your chances of obtaining a Shiny Larvitar, which can be evolved into a Shiny Tyranitar and then Mega-Evolved.
