Urshifu Debuts in Pokémon GO's Final Strike: GO Battle Week with Gigantamax Machamp

As the Might and Mastery season in Pokémon GO draws to a close, the final week, dubbed Final Strike: GO Battle Week, is set to commence on May 21st, 2025, and will run through to May 27th. This week marks the culmination of your journey with Kubfu, offering the chance to evolve it into the legendary Urshifu in two distinct forms: Single Strike and Rapid Strike.

To unlock the Single Strike style, ensure Kubfu is your buddy and defeat 30 Dark-type Pokémon in raids or Max Battles. For the Rapid Strike style during Final Strike: GO Battle Week, follow the same process but target 30 Water-type Pokémon instead. This exciting evolution path adds a strategic layer to your gameplay, allowing you to choose the form that best suits your battling style.

Additionally, a Special Research will be available, continuing the ongoing Seasonal storyline. You can access this research until June 3rd, 2025, and it will reward you with Kubfu Candy, Mysterious Components, and encounters with themed Pokémon like Charcadet, complete with a Special Background.

May 25th Is a Special Day

Mark your calendars for May 25th, as it's the Gigantamax Machamp Max Battle Day. From 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time, you can participate in six-star Max Battles featuring the debut of Gigantamax Machamp. During this event, several bonuses will enhance your experience.

You'll need to travel only one-fourth the usual distance to earn Max Particles, and the storage cap for Max Particles will increase to 1,600. All Power Spots will host Gigantamax Battles, and you'll receive 8× Max Particles from them during this period. Additionally, you'll be able to make two extra Special Trades, adding to the excitement.

Don't miss out on collecting Max Mushrooms, which temporarily double the damage of your Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon. You can use multiple mushrooms to extend the timer, although the power boost remains constant.

Prepare for the Final Strike: GO Battle Week by downloading Pokémon GO from the Google Play Store and gearing up for an action-packed week of battles and evolutions.

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