Shadow Metang Pokemon GO — Max CP 1,946, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Metang good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Metang has no raid or PvP ranking in Pokemon GO right now, so it is a collector pick rather than a battler. Its max CP is 1,946 at level 50. Keep a high-IV one for future move updates or limited-format cups and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Q: What is the best moveset for Shadow Metang in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Metang has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. Check the moves section for a breakdown of DPS, energy generation, and recommended combinations for both raids and PvP.

Q: What are Shadow Metang's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Metang is a Steel/Psychic-type Pokemon weak to Dark, Fire, Ghost, Ground-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Metang, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Metang resists Poison, Psychic, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Grass, Ice, Normal, Rock, Steel-type moves.

Q: What is Shadow Metang's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Metang's maximum CP is 1,946 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 1,721 at level 40. Its base stats are 138 Attack, 176 Defense, and 155 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 469. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Metang?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Metang has 983 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1229 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 1,946 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Metang showing 983 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: How do you get Shadow Metang in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Metang can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, rescuing Shadow Shadow Metang from Team GO Rocket, and trading with other trainers. Walking Shadow Metang as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.

Q: Can Shadow Metang be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Metang availability in Pokemon GO depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Check the current events page for any boosted shiny rates during special events.

Best moveset

Highest damage: Metal Claw Psychic

Same-type attack bonus on both moves. Psychic costs 50 energy for 95 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Metang takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Dark1.6× Fire1.6× Ghost1.6× Ground1.6×

Resists

Poison0.39× Psychic0.39× Dragon0.625× Fairy0.625× Flying0.625× Grass0.625× Ice0.625× Normal0.625× Rock0.625× Steel0.625×

Base stats

Attack 138

Defense 176

Stamina 155

Stat total: 469
Buddy distance: 5.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 75,000 Dust + 75 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 983 CP

Editor's notes

Is Shadow Metang worth building?

Fine to keep, but not a priority power-up. Shadow Metang is a Steel/Psychic-type Pokémon that caps at 1,946 CP.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Metang is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Metang moves

3 fast · 3 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Fury Cutter	Bug	4	8	0.5s	8	16
Metal Claw Best STAB	Steel	6	5	0.5s	12	10
Zen Headbutt STAB	Psychic	11	9	1.0s	11	9

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Gyro Ball STAB	Steel	85	50	3.5s	24.3	1.70
Psychic Best STAB	Psychic	95	50	3.0s	31.7	1.90
Psyshock STAB	Psychic	60	33	2.5s	24	1.82

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Fury Cutter	Bug	3	4	—	—	—
Metal Claw	Steel	5	7	1	5.00	7.00
Zen Headbutt	Psychic	8	6	2	4.00	3.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Gyro Ball	Steel	80	50	1.60	—
Psychic	Psychic	75	55	1.36	Buff / debuff
Psyshock	Psychic	70	40	1.75	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Metal Claw (12 DPS); Fury Cutter builds energy fastest (16 EPS).

Evolution

Beldum 25 Candy

Metang 100 Candy

Metagross

Mega Evolution

Metagross

300 Mega Energy First time; cheaper as Mega Level rises

Mega Metagross

Family

Beldum

Metang

Metagross

Mega Metagross Mega

Shadow forms Shadow Beldum Shadow Metang Shadow Metagross

How to get Shadow Metang

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Metang knows Frustration — swap it with a Charged TM
Purification: 5,000 Dust + 5 Candy → Return

Catch CP

Source	Level	Min CP	Max CP (100% IV)
Wild Catch	Lv 1–30	41	1,488
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	41	1,611
Raid Catch	Lv 20	948	1,008
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	1,179	1,254
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	948	1,008
Research Encounter	Lv 15	717	762
GO Battle League	Lv 20	948	1,008

Is Shadow Metang good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

Power up	Stardust	Candy	XL Candy
Lv 20 → 40	135,000	15	—

Shadow Metang has no raid or PvP ranking right now. Keep a high-IV one for the Pokedex and for future move updates or limited-format cups, and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Bulk-leaning spread (176 Defense / 155 Stamina) — it stays on the field longer, which suits shielded PvP formats.
A second charged move costs 75,000 Dust and 75 Candy, and with 3 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Snow and Windy weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

Maximum CP with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at every level

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	24
Lv 2	76
Lv 3	128
Lv 4	180
Lv 5	232
Lv 6	284
Lv 7	336
Lv 8	388
Lv 9	440
Lv 10	492
Lv 11	541
Lv 12	590
Lv 13	639

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	688
Lv 15	738
Lv 16	787
Lv 17	836
Lv 18	885
Lv 19	934
Lv 20	983
Lv 21	1,033
Lv 22	1,082
Lv 23	1,131
Lv 24	1,180
Lv 25	1,229
Lv 26	1,279

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,328
Lv 28	1,377
Lv 29	1,426
Lv 30	1,476
Lv 31	1,500
Lv 32	1,525
Lv 33	1,549
Lv 34	1,574
Lv 35	1,598
Lv 36	1,623
Lv 37	1,648
Lv 38	1,672
Lv 39	1,697

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	1,721
Lv 41	1,743
Lv 42	1,765
Lv 43	1,787
Lv 44	1,810
Lv 45	1,832
Lv 46	1,855
Lv 47	1,877
Lv 48	1,900
Lv 49	1,923
Lv 50	1,946

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0375
Form: Shadow
Height: 1.19 m
Weight: 202.50 kg
Buddy size: Big
Family forms: 7 released forms
Game ID: V0375_POKEMON_METANG_SHADOW

FAQ

What is the best moveset for Shadow Metang in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Metang's best moveset is Metal Claw (fast) with Psychic (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Metang's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Metang takes super effective damage from Dark, Fire, Ghost, Ground-type moves. It resists Poison, Psychic, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Grass, Ice, Normal, Rock, Steel, so avoid those types against it.

What is Shadow Metang's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Metang reaches 1,946 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 1,721 CP at level 40. Level 50 needs XL Candy, which only unlocks at Trainer Level 31 and comes from catching, hatching, transferring and walking.

What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Metang?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Metang shows 983 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,229 CP at level 25 (weather boosted). Seeing that exact number on the catch screen means it is a hundo — favourite it before you transfer anything.

How do you get Shadow Metang in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Metang spawns in the wild, though how often depends on your biome and the active event.

Can Shadow Metang be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Metang depends on whether Niantic has released the form. Check the events page for Community Days and event weekends, which is when shiny rates are boosted.

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