PVP battles are finally available in Pokemon Go. This guide will help players with the best Pokemon to bring along for PVP battles. Pokemon Go continues to add new content to keep players invested in the game. The most recent inclusion is the ability to capture Mega Evolution Pokemon, a special and temporary fourth stage of evolution introduced in the sixth generation in Pokemon X and Y. During a battle in the original games, players are allowed to channel their bond with their Pokemon and unlock their fourth stage with a special stone. This unlocks the Pokemon's incredible power and it has finally made its debut in Pokemon Go. This will be a valuable feature for players who take on PVP mode in the game. Here's the best Pokemon to bring along for PVP.
PVP has been in the Pokemon series since the very beginning. In Pokemon Red and Blue, players were able to battle their teams of Pokemon in a 6v6 battle. The player did need to have a link cable to make this possible but now with wireless internet being a thing, battling and trading is easier than ever. In Pokemon Go, players battle one another in a 3-on-3 battle. The gameplay is very similar to challenging one of the three gym leaders in the game. The game also has a competitive league for players to participate in. Here are the best Pokemon for PVP.
The Best Pokemon For PVP in Pokemon Go
While different Pokemon are better for different situations, it's important to know that you won't know what kind of Pokemon your opponent will have. These are the best Pokemon to bring in a majority of situations. Since trainers are only allowed 3 Pokemon, cycle between these to get a feel of what your opponent will bring along.
- Armored Mewtwo: Excellent with Rock Slide, Earthquake, Psystrike, or Confusion.
- Charizard: This Pokemon has two Mega Evolutions. Go with Mega Charizard X to avoid that 4x Rock weakness. Also using Fire Spin and Overheat for its moves.
- Giratina: Either form of Giratina is fine. Shadow Claw and Dragon Breath of the best for this Pokemon's moves.
- Gyarados: Crunch is deadly. Team that up with Outrage and this Pokemon will be a monster.
- Rayquaza: One of the better Dragon-type Pokemon. Any of its moves will do well in PVP.
- Registeel: Excellent with Lock-On and Flash Cannon
- Snorlax: Lick is great for the fast attack and Outrage is one of the best charge moves in the game.
- Swampert: Mud Shot is slow but effective and if you were lucky enough to get a Community Day Mudkip, it should have Hydro Cannon. Otherwise, Sludge Wave is a good substitute.
- Togekiss: Use Charm and Ancient Power for this Pokemon.
Pokemon Go continues to receive new updates and content ever so often. The sixth generation of Pokemon will likely release in the near future. This generation is a favorite to many due to its wide selection of powerful Pokemon like Greninja. Pokemon Go is still one of the best mobile titles out there.
Pokemon Go is available now on iOS and Android.