How to beat Pokemon Go Mega Kangaskhan Raid: Weaknesses, counters & can it be shiny?

Niladri Sarkar
pokemon goraid boss mega kangaskhan

Mega Kangaskhan is one of the most awaited Raid Bosses in Pokemon Go as it gives the community an opportunity to catch this popular region-exclusive species. So here’s how to beat Mega Kangaskhan Raids in Pokemon Go, with details on its weaknesses, best counters, and shiny availability.

Catching all available Pokemon in Pokemon Go is not an easy task as players have to beat challenging Raids, explore Routes, and keep track of the tricks played by Ditto and Zorua.

But none of these are as challenging as capturing regional Pokemon since these rare finds are found only in certain locations around the globe. So, with the Mega Evolution of the Gen 1 fan-favorite species Kangaskhan in Raids, everyone is excited to add it to their Pokedex.

So here’s everything you need to know to beat Mega Kangaskhan Raids in Pokemon Go.

How to get Mega Kangaskhan in Pokemon Go

pokemon go gen 1 mega kangaskhan along with the starters
Mega Kangaskhan can go toe-to-toe with the Mega forms of Gen 1 starters.

You can get Mega Kangaskhan in Pokemon Go by catching regular Kangaskhan after beating it in its Raid Battle and then Mega-evolving it with 200 Mega Energy.

These Raids will run from November 16, 2023, until November 30, 2023. Defeating the Raid will give you Mega Energy to obtain Mega Kangaskhan.

Pokemon Go Mega Kangaskhan type & weaknesses

Mega Kangaskhan is a pure Normal-type species so, it is only weak to Fighting-type attacks in Pokemon Go.

You should prepare high-level Fighting-type counters and note that their damage output is boosted during cloudy in-game weather.

Best counters for Pokemon Go Mega Kangaskhan Raid

The overall best Mega Kangaskhan Raid counter in Pokemon Go is Terrakion with Double Kick and Sacred Sword.

pokemon go mega kangaskhan raid counter terrakion
Terrakion is the strongest Pokemon among the Legendary Swords of Justice trio.

Though Terrakion can do an excellent job at cutting down Mega Kangaskhan’s HP, you will need others as well to beat the powerful Raid Boss.

So here’s a list of all the top Mega Kangaskhan Raids in Pokemon Go:

  • Terrakion: Armed with its powerful signature move Sacred Sword and an impressive 260 Attack stat, Terrakion deals jaw-dropping damage figures in the Raid.
  • Mega Blaziken: One of the strongest Megas in the game, it helps boost Fighting-type damage during the Raid while also threatening the Boss with Focus Blast.
  • Lucario: The formidable combination of Counter and Aura Sphere, along with Lucario’s several resistances, make this iconic Pokemon a reliable Mega Kangaskhan counter.
  • Conkeldurr: It has one of the highest Attack stats among Fighting types in Pokemon Go as well as the deadly Dynamic Punch to boot.
  • Pheromosa: This Ultra Beast may not have high bulk, but its phenomenal offensive presence makes it a top-tier counter. We recommend dodging when you use Pheromosa.

Other good counters for beating Mega Kangaskhan Raids in Pokemon Go include Machamp, Galarian Zapdos, Buzzwole, Mega Lopunny, and Virizion.

All Mega Kangaskhan Pokemon Go moves

Here are all the moves that Mega Kangaskhan can learn in Pokemon Go:

Mega Kangaskhan Pokemon Go Fast Moves

  • Low Kick
  • Mud-Slap

Mega Kangaskhan Pokemon Go Charged Moves

  • Power-Up Punch
  • Outrage
  • Crunch
  • Earthquake
  • Stomp
  • Brick Break

Players should note that Stomp and Brick Break are Legacy Moves that can only be taught to Mega Kangaskhan with an Elite Charged TM.

pokemon go mega kangaskhan striking a pose
Mega Kangaskhan is known for its wide movepool.

Can Mega Kangaskhan be shiny in Pokemon Go?

Yes, shiny Mega Kangaskhan is available in Pokemon Go. Lucky players may encounter a shiny Kangaskhan after beating the Mega Raid, with the shiny chances being 1 in 60 or 1.67% chance.

That’s all you need to know to beat Mega Kangaskhan Raids in Pokemon Go. If you’re looking for more content and guides on Pokemon Go, be sure to check out the following:

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About The Author

Niladri is a Writer who specializes in Pokemon Go, Scarlet and Violet, and competitive VGC battles. With more than seven years of experience in copywriting and SEO content writing, Niladri has previously written for Pokémon GO Hub and Smogon. He has been covering Pokemon for CharlieIntel since June 2023. Niladri can be contacted at [email protected].