Pokemon GO: Machop Max Battle Guide (Max Mondays)

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 prime opportunity to add this Gen 1 Pokémon to your collection. To maximize your chances of success within the limited timeframe, prepare strategically.

This guide outlines Machop's weaknesses and resistances, and suggests optimal Pokémon choices for battle.

Machop's Strengths and Weaknesses

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

Top Pokémon Counters for Machop

Max Battles restrict you to using your own Dynamax Pokémon, limiting your options compared to standard Raids. However, several excellent choices offer a type advantage:

• Beldum/Metang/Metagross: Their Psychic secondary typing, combined with strong battle performance, makes them top contenders.

• Charizard: Its Flying secondary type provides a clear advantage against Machop, further enhanced by Charizard's inherent power.

• Other Powerful Options: While lacking a direct type advantage, powerful fully evolved Pokémon like Dubwool, Greedent, Blastoise, Rillaboom, Cinderace, Inteleon, or Gengar possess the offensive and defensive capabilities to overcome Machop.

Remember, preparation is key to conquering this Max Monday challenge! Choose wisely and add Machop to your Dynamax roster.