Pikachu (Pop star) Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Pikachu (Pop star) in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Pikachu (Pop star)
Pikachu (Pop star) is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Electric typing. The best counter is Primal Groudon (Mega) with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades, dealing 67.900 DPS.
Pikachu (Pop star) 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: Pikachu (Pop star) is weak to Ground -type attacks. Avoid using Electric, Flying, Steel-type moves as Pikachu (Pop star) 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 Pikachu (Pop star) is Primal Groudon (67.900 DPS), Shadow Groudon (61.000 DPS), and Mega Garchomp (59.417 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Pikachu (Pop star): After defeating Pikachu (Pop star), the catch encounter will have a CP between 505 and 549 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 628-683 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Pikachu (Pop star) from raids will have exactly 549 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 Pikachu (Pop star)?
The best counter for Pikachu (Pop star) is Primal Groudon with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades, dealing 67.900 DPS. Other top options include Shadow Groudon (61.000 DPS) and Mega Garchomp (59.417 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Pikachu (Pop star)?
Pikachu (Pop star) 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 Pikachu (Pop star) weak to?
Pikachu (Pop star) is weak to Ground-type attacks. It resists Electric, Flying, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Pikachu (Pop star) be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Pikachu (Pop star)'s shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Pikachu (Pop star) from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Pikachu (Pop star) from raids will have 549 CP at level 20, or 683 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 505. If you see 549 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Pikachu (Pop star) worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Pikachu (Pop star) 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 Pikachu (Pop star)?
For the best moveset for Pikachu (Pop star) itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Pikachu (Pop star) 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 Pikachu (Pop star) without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Pikachu (Pop star) can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Landorus (Therian) (58.000 DPS) and Groudon (51.200 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 Pikachu (Pop star) in raids?
Weather boost information for Pikachu (Pop star) is not currently available. Electric-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.