Legendary Tier | Psychic Mastery | June 2025 Update
Mewtwo stands as one of the most iconic and powerful Legendaries in Pokémon GO, and catching it takes dedication and strategy. This in-depth guide—based on official Niantic sources—will walk you through every legitimate path: raids, research, Giovanni battles, PvP, trades, and more.
(All information verified from Niantic’s official updates)
🕵️♂️ What Is Mewtwo & Why It Matters
- Mewtwo is a pure Psychic-type legendary, introduced with EX Raids & Exclusive Raids.
- Known for moves like Psystrike and Shadow Ball, it dominates Raid and PvP battles.
- You won’t find it in the wild—it must be obtained via specific in-game events.
📅 Method 1: Win a Five‑Star Raid
How it works:
- Mewtwo appears only during limited-time Legendary Raid rotations.
- Raids can be local or Remote (Ticket required).
- Requires strong counters: Bug, Ghost, or Dark-type Pokémon (e.g., Gengar, Giratina-Origin, Darkrai).
Pro tips:
- Monitor Raid schedules in the Today View or Niantic announcements.
- Join with high-level friends—teamwork yields more Premier Balls.
- Use Golden Razz + Excellent Curveballs to maximize catch rate.
- Even then, Mewtwo may flee—persistence is key.
🔍 Method 2: Special & Timed Research
Niantic sometimes releases Special Research or Timed Research that reward Mewtwo encounters as event bonuses—common during Psychic or GO Fest eventsw.
These tasks often require:
- Winning raids
- Gaining XP or catching certain types
- Eventually unlocking a guaranteed Mewtwo encounter
🧨 Method 3: Shadow Mewtwo via Giovanni
Occasionally, Giovanni carries Shadow Mewtwo as his final battle opponent.
To face him:
- Obtain a Super Rocket Radar from Team GO Rocket Special Research.
- Locate & defeat Giovanni.
- Rescue Shadow Mewtwo post-battle.
Shadow Mewtwo is rare—grab it if you get the chance!
🏅 Method 4: GO Battle League Rewards
Surprisingly, Mewtwo can appear as a recycle reward in GO Battle League, often around Rank 20 or Legend tier imyfone.com.
🔁 Method 5: Trade for Mewtwo
Missed it but have Ultra/Best Friends?
- You can trade Mewtwo as a Legendary Trade—costing high Stardust.
- Shiny status and 100% IVs require Best Friend status.
- Though Stardust-heavy, it’s a reliable fallback route.
🌟 Method 6: Shadow Ball EX Raids & Exclusives
Some exclusive raid invitations feature Mewtwo with Exclusive Moves like Shadow Ball—often released via.
🧩 Bonus Tips for Success
- Shiny Mewtwo is rare (~1 in 20 catchable raids).
- Armored Mewtwo returns during Pokémon Day events, learn Psystrike.
- Best counters: Ghost (Gengar), Dark (Darkrai), Bug (Pinsir).
- Use weather boost: fog boosts Ghost/Dark; rain boosts Bug.
- Stock up on Remote Raid Passes, Incense, Golden Razz & Premier Balls.
- Join local raid groups via Discord and Facebook to improve coordination.
🧠 Mewtwo in Battle & PvP
- Top-tier PvE attacker—expected in raids & Max Battles.
- In PvP, Giratina-Origin, Mewtwo with Shadow Ball, and even Armored Mewtwo can dominate Great/Ultra leagues.
🔗 Internal Resources (on your site)
- Mewtwo Raid Boss Counters & Movesets – pokemongoniantic.online
- How to Beat Giovanni: Shadow Mewtwo Guide
- Armored Mewtwo: When & How to Catch
📚 External High‑Quality Links
- Niantic: “Mewtwo Coming to Exclusive Raid Battles Soon!”
- Official Pokémon.com: “Catch Mewtwo in Pokémon GO” + strategy tips
✅ Final Take
| Method | Guarantee | Catch Rate | Resources Needed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raid | ❌ | 5–10% | Passes, raid team |
| Special Research | ✅ | ~100% | Event ticket |
| Giovanni | ✅ | High | Special Research |
| Battle League | ❌ | Depends | PvP skill |
| Trade | ✅ | 100% | Best Friend, Stardust |
No matter your playstyle—raids, battles, or trading—there’s a path to Mewtwo. Missing one event? Giovanni or trades await.
