Get ready for a colossal clash! The Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day event is crashing into *Pokémon GO* this February, bringing with it a flurry of bonuses and the chance to battle a gigantic Kingler in six-star Max Battles. This guide covers everything you need to know to make the most of this exciting event.

Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day: Event Start Time and Details
Prepare for battle! Gigantamax Kingler makes its *Pokémon GO* debut on Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 2 PM to 5 PM local time. This limited-time event offers the chance to encounter Gigantamax Kingler in challenging six-star Max Battles. Keep your fingers crossed for a Shiny encounter!
Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day: Bonus Breakdown
This event is packed with bonuses to help you maximize your gains. Here's the breakdown:
During the Event (2 PM - 5 PM local time):
- Increased Max Particle collection limit: 1,600
- All Power Spots host Gigantamax Battles
- More frequent Power Spot refreshes
- 8x Max Particles from Power Spots
Pre-Event Bonus (12 AM - 5 PM local time):
- 2x Max Particles from exploring
- 1/4 adventuring distance to receive Max Particles (requires collecting all Max Particles in the Nearby menu)
Remember, to get the most from the last two bonuses, collect all Max Particles from the Nearby menu before venturing out.
Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day: Exclusives and Tickets
For a boosted experience, grab the event-exclusive Timed Research for $5 (or local equivalent). Available during the event (2 PM - 5 PM local time), it includes:
- 1 Max Mushroom
- 25,000 XP
Plus, you'll enjoy these additional bonuses with the Timed Research:
- 2x XP from Max Battles
- Increased Max Particle collection limit: 5,600
You can also gift tickets to Great Friends or higher, but remember, tickets are only available until 4 PM local time and are non-refundable.
Tips for Conquering Gigantamax Kingler
To maximize your chances of success, strategize! Use Max Mushrooms to temporarily double your Dynamax/Gigantamax Pokémon's damage output during Max Battles. Remember, you can use multiple mushrooms, but the damage multiplier won't increase. Team up with other Trainers via Campfire to tackle the challenge together.
Good luck, Trainers! *Pokémon GO* is available now.