Archeops Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Archeops in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Archeops
Archeops is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Rock/Flying typing. The best counter is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (Shadow) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 52.700 DPS.
Archeops can be defeated by a minimum of 2 trainers using optimal counters at level 40+. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win, especially if your team isn't fully powered up.
Type strategy: Archeops is weak to Electric, Ice, Rock, Steel, Water -type attacks. Avoid using Bug, Fire, Flying-type moves as Archeops resists them. Focus your team on the highest DPS counters from the list below — even budget options without Shadow or Mega forms perform well in larger groups.
Top 3 counters: The strongest lineup against Archeops is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (52.700 DPS), Regieleki (47.176 DPS), and Primal Kyogre (46.848 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Archeops: After defeating Archeops, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1863 and 1951 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 2318-2427 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Archeops from raids will have exactly 1951 CP — look for that number! Use Golden Razz Berries and Excellent curveball throws to maximize your catch rate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best counters for Archeops?
The best counter for Archeops is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 52.700 DPS. Other top options include Regieleki (47.176 DPS) and Primal Kyogre (46.848 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Archeops?
Archeops can be defeated by a minimum of 2 high-level trainers with optimal counters. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win. In public lobbies, 5-6 is a safe number.
What is Archeops weak to?
Archeops is weak to Electric, Ice, Rock, Steel, Water-type attacks. It resists Bug, Fire, Flying, Ground, Normal, Poison-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Archeops be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Archeops's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Archeops from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Archeops from raids will have 1951 CP at level 20, or 2427 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1863. If you see 1951 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Archeops worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Archeops is a lower-tier raid boss that can be soloed or defeated easily with 1-2 trainers. It's useful for farming candy, earning XP, and potentially getting a high-IV specimen. Worth doing when convenient, but doesn't require spending Premium Passes.
What is the best moveset for Archeops?
For the best moveset for Archeops itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Archeops stats page which includes optimal fast and charged move combinations for both PvE raids and PvP GO Battle League, along with DPS calculations and PvP rankings.
Can I beat Archeops without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Archeops can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Regieleki (47.176 DPS) and Thundurus (Therian) (44.100 DPS). You may need 5-6 trainers instead of the minimum 2 when using budget teams. Check the Budget Counters section above for the full F2P-friendly list.
What weather boosts Archeops in raids?
Weather boost information for Archeops is not currently available. Rock-type Pokemon are typically boosted in specific weather conditions. When weather boosted, the raid is harder but the catch encounter is level 25 with higher CP.