Shadow Magnezone is a Electric/Steel-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Sinnoh region (#462, Generation 4). With a max CP of 3,623 and base stats of 238/205/172 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Magnezone has a total stat product of 615. Shadow Magnezone's best moveset is Volt Switch and Zap Cannon, making it a competitive Electric-type attacker for raids.
Shadow Magnezone is weak to Ground, Fighting, Fire-type moves (double weak to Ground). It resists Flying, Poison, Steel, Bug, Dragon, Electric, Fairy, Grass, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Rock-type attacks. Shadow Magnezone is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Rankings
Volt Switch
Zap Cannon
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Shadow Magnezone's best offensive moveset is Volt Switch combined with Zap Cannon, achieving 16.3 DPS and 293 TDO as a Electric-type attacker (ranked #16, Tier C).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Volt Switch (8.7 DPS), while Charge Beam generates energy the fastest (14 EPS).
Raid Guide
Shadow Magnezone as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Magnezone is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Magnezone returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Magnezone from raids would have 1831 CP at level 20, or 2289 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Magnezone
Shadow Magnezone can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Magnezone is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Magnezone knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 3,000 Stardust and 3 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Shadow Magnezone as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.
Shadow Magnezone Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Magnezone in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Magnezone from raids or eggs will show 1,831 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Magnezone is a Electric/Steel-type Pokemon with a stat total of 615. With its high Attack stat (238), Shadow Magnezone is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.
Be careful of Shadow Magnezone's double weakness to Ground-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Shadow Magnezone very quickly.
Shadow Magnezone's moves get a damage boost in Rainy and Snow 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 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Magnezone much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Magnezone?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Low Priority
Shadow Magnezone ranks #16 as a Electric-type attacker with a Tier C rating, meaning stronger options are readily available. With a max CP of 3,623 and base stats of 238/205/172, its overall performance in raids falls behind top-tier competitors. Unless Shadow Magnezone is a personal favorite or you have surplus Stardust and Candy, your resources are better spent on higher-ranked Electric-type attackers. Keep one for your collection but skip the power-up investment for now.