Pokemon GO raids are one of its most loved components; the most difficult ones are Mythical, Legendary, Shadow, and the in-game Mega raids. While there are several powerful raid bosses, Mega monsters are some of the most potent. There are multiple Mega raid bosses, but they are on a regular rotation, and Mega Kangaskhan is in the current lineup.
Participants of the Mega Kangaskhan also have the opportunity to get their hands on Shiny Kangaskhan and Shiny Mega Kangaskhan. Mega Kangaskhan is a Normal-type monster with a maximum Pokemon GO Combat Power (CP) of 4353. The Mega monster possesses a mighty and versatile move pool capable of winning different type-battles. That said, this guide explores Mega Kangaskhan’s weaknesses and the best counters to use against it.
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Pokemon GO: Mega Kangaskhan Weakness And Resistances
Mega Kangaskhan is powerful with a balanced stat spread comprising 246 ATK, 210 DEF, and 233 STA. While the monster resists only Ghost-type moves, it is weak to just Fighting-type attacks in Pokemon GO. Players should also be wary of its best moveset, the combination of Mud-Slap (Ground) and Outrage (Dragon), with a total DPS of 13.27.
There is also a Same Type of Attack Bonus (STAB) function in Pokemon GO that can come in handy while dealing with the Mega raid boss. The STAB effect can deal bonus damage to the opponent when it is activated. Players can trigger the STAB effect when a move and the monster using that move has the same attribute.
Best Mega Kangaskhan Raid Counters In Pokemon GO
Pokemon GO players should select powerful counters when preparing a raid battle roster. Regarding Mega Kangaskhan, one has to tap into its weaknesses to defeat the Mega raid boss. Thoroughly select monsters that align with Mega Kangaskhan’s weakness; the counters should also have STAB potential moves. Here are some of the most potent counters for Mega Kangaskhan raids.
Mega Kangaskhan Counters
|
Pokemon |
Fast Moves |
Charged Moves |
|---|---|---|
|
Mega Rayquaza |
Dragon Tail |
Dragon Ascent |
|
Terrakion |
Double Kick |
Sacred Sword |
|
Mega Blaziken |
Counter |
Focus Blast |
|
Keldeo (Ordinary) |
Low Kick |
Sacred Sword |
|
Shadow Machamp |
Counter |
Dynamic Punch |
|
Shadow Hariyama |
Counter |
Dynamic Punch |
|
Mega Alakazam |
Counter |
Focus Blast |
|
Lucario |
Counter |
Aura Sphere |
|
Conkeldurr |
Counter |
Dynamic Punch |
|
Galarian Zapdos |
Counter |
Close Combat |
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How To Get Shiny Kangaskhan And Shiny Mega Kangaskhan In Pokemon GO
Players can get Shiny Kangaskhan and Shiny Mega Kangaskhan by defeating the Mega Kangaskhan raids. But to get a Shiny Mega Kangaskhan, one must first catch a Shiny Kangaskhan and then trigger the Pokemon GO Mega Evolution process. Players can encounter a Shiny Kangaskhan after winning the Mega Kangaskhan raid, but the Shiny encounter is not guaranteed.
Once a Shiny Kangaskhan is caught, players can use 200 Mega Energy and Mega Evolve it into a Shiny Mega Kangaskhan. Players can earn the required amount of Mega Energy by winning raids, through specific Pokemon GO Research tasks, or by conducting daily activities with Kangaskhan evolutionary line as the Buddy Pokemon.
Pokémon GO
- Released
- July 6, 2016
Pokémon GO is an immersive open-world multiplayer RPG that enables you to live your own RPG adventure in augmented reality. Find and evolve all Pokémon and battle with other players in AR online in this multiplayer adventure RPG.
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