Guide to Conquering Machop Max Mondays in Pokemon GO

Pokemon GO's Max Monday event returns on January 6th, 2025, featuring the Fighting-type Machop! This one-hour event (6 PM to 7 PM local time) sees Machop dominating Power Spots, offering a limited-time opportunity to battle and catch this Gen 1 Pokémon. To maximize your chances of success, preparation is key. This guide details Machop's weaknesses and resistances, and suggests optimal Pokémon counters.

Machop's Strengths and Weaknesses in Pokemon GO

Machop, a pure Fighting-type, boasts resistances to Rock, Bug, and Dark-type attacks. Conversely, it's significantly vulnerable to Flying, Fairy, and Psychic-type moves. Keep this in mind when selecting your battle team.

Top Pokémon Counters for Machop

Max Battles restrict you to your own Dynamax Pokémon. While options are limited compared to standard Raids, several excellent choices exist:

• Beldum/Metang/Metagross: Their Psychic secondary typing provides a significant type advantage, making them top contenders.

• Charizard: Charizard's Flying secondary type gives it an edge against Machop, combined with its generally high offensive capabilities.

• Other Powerful Dynamax Pokémon: While lacking a direct type advantage, powerful fully evolved Pokémon like Dubwool, Greedent, Blastoise, Rillaboom, Cinderace, Inteleon, or Gengar can still overcome Machop through sheer power and survivability.

Remember, this event is time-sensitive! Prepare your strongest Dynamax Pokémon with effective movesets and get ready to battle Machop on January 6th.