Are we about to catch giant Pokémon in Pokémon GO? A leak seems to suggest so.
What kind of leak is this? On the Discord server of the leaker group Pokeminers and in the subreddit “TheSilphRoad” about Pokémon GO, players are currently discussing an exciting find. There, new content related to “Dynamax” is showcased.
You can see the post from the subreddit here:
What can be seen there? It is apparently assets for a new form of raids that will implement the Dynamax system from the main games “Pokémon Sword & Shield”. New graphics and a new raid arena can be seen.
Previously, there were data mine reports surrounding Dynamax, as reported by “Pokémon GO Hub“, and even in the official graphic for the eighth anniversary of the game, which Pokémon GO shared via X.com, a Dynamax Pokémon is featured.
What should be noted: Earlier, features or content hinted in these graphics had appeared much later or not at all in the game. Nevertheless, in connection with the new data mines, the hope grows that Dynamax will soon land in the game. But what is it actually?
What could Dynamax and Gigantamax mean for Pokémon GO?
This is Dynamax: This phenomenon was introduced in Pokémon Sword and Shield, turning Pokémon into giant versions of themselves. You could battle these monsters in Dyna-Raids, but also use them in battle. Read more about the feature in Sword and Shield here.
The giant versions could fight in their dynamaximized form for three rounds before reverting back. During this time, they were significantly strengthened.
What is Gigantamax? This is another variation of Dynamax: Some Pokémon came with a special Gigantamax form, making them not only giant but also giving them a unique appearance. They also had a special Gigantamax attack to use.
Also interesting: The incredibly powerful Pokémon Endynalos is partly responsible for this phenomenon. It belongs to a group of powerful Pokémon that are still missing in GO.
What would this mean for Pokémon GO? Currently, one can only speculate, as it is still completely unclear how exactly the feature will be implemented. What is clear is that if monsters could be dynamaximized in the future, it could shake up the established lists of the best attackers or PvP monsters – depending on which monsters master the Dynamax and what changes occur in battle.
Additionally, there will be a new component for collectors, as the Gigantamax forms are likely to become sought-after monsters in the game. We are definitely excited and will keep you updated here as soon as there is more news about the feature.
However, keep in mind: As of now, there is no official announcement or similar. What do you think of Dynamax and a possible variant in Pokémon GO? Let us know in the comments! And to know what’s happening in the game in the coming weeks: Here you can find all events in August 2024 in Pokémon GO.
