#0094 Mega

Mega Gengar

Best moveset, PvP rankings, counters & stats for Pokemon GO.

Ghost Poison
Max CP 4,902 Lick + Shadow Ball Fog Cloudy
Haunter | Onix
Mega Gengar Pokemon GO sprite Mega

Mega Gengar is a Ghost/Poison-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Kanto region (#94, Generation 1). With a max CP of 4,902 and base stats of 349/199/155 (Atk/Def/Sta), Mega Gengar has a total stat product of 703. Mega Gengar's best moveset is Lick and Shadow Ball, making it a competitive Ghost-type attacker for raids.

Mega Gengar is weak to Dark, Ghost, Ground, Psychic-type moves. It resists Fighting, Bug, Normal, Poison, Fairy, Grass-type attacks. Mega Gengar is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
4,902
Lv.40: 4,336 Lv.50: 4,902
Attack 349
Defense 199
Stamina 155
Total 703
Buddy 3.0 km Gen 1 · Kanto 2nd Move: 50,000 Dust · 50 Candy
Ghost type

Type Chart

Weak to
Dark
Dark
+60%
Ghost
Ghost
+60%
Ground
Ground
+60%
Psychic
Psychic
+60%

Rankings

Raid Attacker
Ghost type
Ghost type
Ghost Attacker
S
#1
21.1
DPS
343
TDO
0 type Lick
Ghost type Shadow Ball
Poison type
Poison type
Poison Attacker
S
#2
19.1
DPS
310
TDO
0 type Hex
Poison type Sludge Bomb
Fighting type
Fighting type
Fighting Attacker
A
#6
18.6
DPS
302
TDO
0 type Lick
Fighting type Focus Blast
Psychic type
Psychic type
Psychic Attacker
C
#16
16.9
DPS
274
TDO
0 type Hex
Psychic type Psychic
Dark type
Dark type
Dark Attacker
C
#17
15.2
DPS
247
TDO
0 type Sucker Punch
Dark type Dark Pulse
PvP Battle
Master League
C
#30
61.46% Win Rate
Ghost type Shadow Claw
Ghost type Shadow Ball
Ideal IVs 15/15/15

Moves

Fast Moves

Ghost
Hex STAB
8
DPS
8.0 PWR 13 EN 1.0s DUR 13 EPS Fog
Ghost
Shadow Claw STAB
12
DPS
6.0 PWR 4 EN 0.5s DUR 8 EPS Fog
Dark
Sucker Punch
10
DPS
5.0 PWR 6 EN 0.5s DUR 12 EPS Fog
Ghost
Lick STAB Elite
10
DPS
5.0 PWR 6 EN 0.5s DUR 12 EPS Fog

Charged Moves

Fighting
Drain Punch Buff
20
DPS
50.0 PWR 33 EN 2.5s DUR
Fighting
Focus Blast
40
DPS
140.0 PWR 100 EN 3.5s DUR
Ghost
Shadow Ball STAB
33.3
DPS
100.0 PWR 50 EN 3.0s DUR
Poison
Sludge Bomb STAB
34
DPS
85.0 PWR 50 EN 2.5s DUR
Dark
Dark Pulse Elite
26.7
DPS
80.0 PWR 50 EN 3.0s DUR
Psychic
Psychic Elite Buff
31.7
DPS
95.0 PWR 50 EN 3.0s DUR
Ghost
Shadow Punch STAB Elite
23.3
DPS
35.0 PWR 33 EN 1.5s DUR
Poison
Sludge Wave STAB Elite
35
DPS
105.0 PWR 100 EN 3.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

For raids and gym battles, Mega Gengar's best offensive moveset is Lick combined with Shadow Ball, achieving 21.1 DPS and 343 TDO as a Ghost-type attacker (ranked #1, Tier S). Alternatively, Mega Gengar can serve as a Poison-type attacker with Hex and Sludge Bomb (#2, Tier S).

In Master League PvP, Mega Gengar runs Shadow Claw and Shadow Ball, ranked #30 (Tier C) with a 61.46% win rate. Mega Gengar has access to 4 fast moves and 8 charged moves, giving trainers flexibility depending on the battle format.

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Shadow Claw (12 DPS), while Hex generates energy the fastest (13 EPS). Note that Dark Pulse, Psychic, Shadow Punch, Sludge Wave are Elite TM moves and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.

Evolution

Gastly Pokemon GO
Gastly
25 Candy
Haunter Pokemon GO
Haunter
Haunter Pokemon GO
Haunter
100 Candy
Gengar Pokemon GO
Gengar
Gengar Pokemon GO
Gengar
200 Mega Energy
Mega Gengar Pokemon GO
Mega Gengar Mega

Forms & Variants

Gastly Pokemon GO
Gastly
Shadow Gastly Pokemon GO
Shadow Gastly Shadow
Haunter Pokemon GO
Haunter
Shadow Haunter Pokemon GO
Shadow Haunter Shadow
Mega Gengar Pokemon GO
Mega Gengar Mega
Gengar Pokemon GO
Gengar
Shadow Gengar Pokemon GO
Shadow Gengar Shadow

Raid Guide

Mega Gengar as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Mega Gengar is not currently available as a raid boss. When Mega Gengar returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Mega Gengar from raids would have 2477 CP at level 20, or 3097 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

View full raid guide →

Best Counters to Beat Mega Gengar

Shadow Mewtwo
Shadow Mewtwo
Confusion + Psystrike
35.5 DPS
#1
Mega Alakazam
Mega Alakazam
Confusion + Psychic
33.9 DPS
#2
Primal Groudon
Primal Groudon
Mud Shot + Precipice Blades
32.4 DPS
#3
Shadow Groudon
Shadow Groudon
Mud Shot + Precipice Blades
30.7 DPS
#4
Shadow Darkrai
Shadow Darkrai
Snarl + Shadow Ball
30.6 DPS
#5
Shadow Alakazam
Shadow Alakazam
Confusion + Psychic
30.0 DPS
#6
Mega Gardevoir
Mega Gardevoir
Confusion + Psychic
30.0 DPS
#7
Mega Absol
Mega Absol
Snarl + Brutal Swing
30.0 DPS
#8
Mega Gallade
Mega Gallade
Confusion + Psychic
30.0 DPS
#9
Shadow Gengar
Shadow Gengar
Lick + Shadow Ball
29.9 DPS
#10

Mega Gengar is weak to Dark, Ghost, Ground, Psychic-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

Mega Gengar as Raid Counter

Mega Gengar is an effective raid counter against the following Pokemon.

Meditite
vs
Meditite
Lick + Shadow Ball
61.1
DPS
#1
 Armarouge
vs
Armarouge
Lick + Shadow Ball
36.3
DPS
#1
 Espurr
vs
Espurr
Lick + Shadow Ball
57.3
DPS
#1
 Raichu (Alola)
vs
Raichu (Alola)
Lick + Shadow Ball
42.3
DPS
#1
 Espeon
vs
Espeon
Lick + Shadow Ball
37.6
DPS
#1
 Medicham
vs
Medicham
Lick + Shadow Ball
43.9
DPS
#1
 Skeledirge
vs
Skeledirge
Lick + Shadow Ball
37.2
DPS
#1
 Uxie
vs
Uxie
Lick + Shadow Ball
25.1
DPS
#1
 Gourgeist (Large)
vs
Gourgeist (Large)
Lick + Shadow Ball
32.5
DPS
#1
 Lunala
vs
Lunala
Lick + Shadow Ball
55.5
DPS
#1

How to Get Mega Gengar

Mega Gengar evolves from Gengar using Candy.

Walking Mega Gengar as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km. It also earns 15 Mega Energy per km when you have Mega Evolved it before.

To Mega Evolve Mega Gengar, you need Mega Energy. The initial Mega Evolution requires 200 Mega Energy, with subsequent Mega Evolutions costing less based on your Mega Level. You can earn Mega Gengar's Mega Energy by completing Mega Raids, walking Mega Gengar as your buddy (15 Mega Energy per km after the first Mega Evolution), or through special research tasks and events.

Mega Gengar Catch CP

These are the possible CP values when encountering Mega Gengar in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
111 – 3,748 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
111 – 4,057 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
2,438 – 2,539 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
3,033 – 3,159 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
2,438 – 2,539 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
1,844 – 1,920 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
2,438 – 2,539 CP

A 100% IV Mega Gengar from raids or eggs will show 2,477 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Mega Gengar is a Ghost/Poison-type Pokemon with a stat total of 703. With its high Attack stat (349), Mega Gengar is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.

Watch out for Dark, Ghost, Ground, Psychic-type moves when using Mega Gengar. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Mega Gengar's performance.

Mega Gengar's moves get a damage boost in Fog and Cloudy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.

Unlocking a second charged move costs 50,000 Stardust and 50 Candy. With 8 charged moves available, a second move gives Mega Gengar much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Mega Gengar?

Power-Up Costs

Level 20 → 40 (Standard)
135,000 Stardust
15 Candy
Level 40 → 50 (XL Candy)
0 Stardust
0 XL Candy
Total (20 → 50)
135,000 Stardust

Verdict

Highly Recommended
Mega Gengar is a top-tier Ghost-type attacker in Pokemon GO, ranked #1 overall with a Tier S rating. With a max CP of 4,902 at level 50 and base stats of 349/199/155 (Atk/Def/Sta), it excels as a raid attacker. Prioritize powering up to level 40+ using Lick and Shadow Ball for maximum damage output. This is one of the strongest Ghost-type options available and worth investing your Stardust and Candy into immediately.

In PvP (Master League), Mega Gengar is ranked #30 (Tier C) with a 61.46% win rate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Mega Gengar in Pokemon GO?
Mega Gengar's best moveset is Lick (fast) and Shadow Ball (charged), providing 21.1 DPS as a Ghost-type attacker. This combination maximizes damage output thanks to STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus), strong energy generation from the fast move, and high DPE (damage per energy) on the charged move. For PvP, consider running Shadow Claw and Shadow Ball instead, as PvP movesets prioritize energy generation and shield pressure over raw DPS.
What are Mega Gengar's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Mega Gengar is weak to Dark, Ghost, Ground, Psychic-type moves. On the other hand, Mega Gengar resists Fighting, Bug, Normal, Poison, Fairy, Grass-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Mega Gengar effectively in raids and gyms, build a team using its weakest type matchups and pick attackers that have STAB moves of those types.
What is Mega Gengar's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Mega Gengar's maximum CP is 4,902 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 4,336 at level 40. Reaching level 50 requires XL Candy, which is only available to trainers level 31 and above — earning XL Candy involves catching, hatching, transferring, and walking Pokemon. Mega Gengar's CP is calculated from its base stats: 349 Attack, 199 Defense, and 155 Stamina. Powering up from level 40 to 50 requires a significant investment of XL Candy and Stardust, so plan your resources carefully. A 100% IV Mega Gengar caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 2,477 CP, or 3,097 CP with weather boost (level 25).
Is Mega Gengar good for PvP in Pokemon GO?
Mega Gengar is ranked #30 (Tier C) in Master League with a 61.46% overall win rate. The recommended moveset is Shadow Claw and Shadow Ball. The ideal IV spread for Master League is 15/15/15 — for CP-capped leagues like Great League and Ultra League, lower Attack IVs with higher Defense and Stamina allow Mega Gengar to reach a higher level within the CP cap, gaining more total stat product. Unlocking a second charged move is highly recommended for PvP, as it gives Mega Gengar better coverage and the ability to bait shields more effectively. The cost is 50,000 Stardust and 50 Candy.
What CP is a 100% IV Mega Gengar?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Mega Gengar has the following CP at key levels: 1,858 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 2,477 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 3,097 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 4,902 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Mega Gengar, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Mega Gengar ranks well in raids or PvP. A 100% IV (also called a "hundo") is the rarest IV combination, so tag and favorite it to make sure you don't accidentally transfer it.
How to get Mega Gengar in Pokemon GO?
Mega Gengar is obtained by evolving its pre-evolution (Gengar with Candy).
Can Mega Gengar be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Mega Gengar's availability depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Not all Pokemon have their shiny forms available yet. Check the current events page and Community Day announcements for any updates on shiny Mega Gengar availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 61 CP
L5 584 CP
L10 1,239 CP
L15 1,858 CP
L20 2,477 CP
L25 3,097 CP
L30 3,717 CP
L35 4,026 CP
L40 4,336 CP
L50 4,902 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #94
Generation Gen 1
Region Kanto
Height 1.50 m
Weight 40.50 kg
Buddy Distance 3.0 km
Tradable No
2nd Charged Move 50,000 Dust / 50 Candy
Mega Energy (Buddy) 15 / km