Mega Blastoise in Mega Raids

Prioritizing Mega Blastoise

Mega Blastoise is the star of the show in this raid event, and it's worth your time to target it. With its Water and Steel typing, it has a solid moveset that can be effective in both Gym battles and raids. Specifically, if you can get one with the moves Hydro Pump or Ice Beam, it can serve as a strong counter against Fire and Rock types, which are prevalent in the current meta. Additionally, its bulk allows it to soak up hits while dealing decent damage in return.

Shiny Opportunity

You have a chance to snag a shiny Mega Blastoise during this event, with two shiny variants available. While the shiny form isn’t drastically different from its regular counterpart, the allure of a shiny is always a nice bonus for collectors and competitive players alike. If you're hunting for shinies, this event could provide a worthwhile grind.

Assessing the Engagement

While Mega Blastoise offers some competitive value, consider whether it's worth dedicating your time to this event. If you're heavily invested in Mega evolving Pokémon for battles, this could be beneficial. However, if your focus is more on Pokémon that are currently dominating the GO Battle League or other events, you might want to prioritize those. The lack of additional bonuses also means that your motivation should come from personal goals rather than event perks.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor · Updated September 20, 2026