How to get Mewtwo in Pokemon Go
Niantic/The Pokemon CompanyMewtwo is one of the strongest and most iconic species in Pokemon Go, and players are eager to catch this Psychic type in the mobile game. So, here’s all you need to know to get Mewtwo in Pokemon Go.
With Pokemon Go being more competitive than ever, you must power up your strongest Pokemon to win in the Go Battle League and beat Raids easily. While there are many viable species, there are hardly any as powerful as the one-and-only Mewtwo.
So, here’s all you need to know about unlocking Mewtwo, Shiny Mewtwo, and Shadow Mewtwo in Pokemon Go.
- How to catch Mewtwo in Pokemon Go
- Can you trade a Mewtwo in Pokemon Go?
- How to catch a Shiny Mewtwo in Pokemon Go
- How to catch Shadow Mewtwo in Pokemon Go
- How to get Armored Mewtwo in Pokemon Go
How to catch Mewtwo in Pokemon Go
The best way to catch Mewtwo in Pokemon Go is by winning 5-Star Raid battles when it is the Raid Boss. This Legendary is not currently available in Raid battles, but we will provide an update once it is back.
Beating Mewtwo in a Raid is as difficult as it sounds. You need to team up with several players and use your best Bug, Ghost, and Dark-type Pokemon, as these types are strong against Psychic types.
NianticAfter the battle, you’ll get a limited number of Premier Balls. Make the most of them by making Great and Excellent Throws, as they increase the chances of catching the Pokemon. Using Razz, Golden Razz, and Silver Pinap berries can also ease the process.
Can you trade a Mewtwo in Pokemon Go?
Yes, you can use trading to get yourself a Mewtwo in Pokemon Go. However, the cost of trading a Legendary Pokemon can be outrageous. It is lower if the person receiving the Mewtwo already has it registered on their Pokedex.
This chart reveals the Stardust required to trade a Legendary Pokemon in Pokemon Go:
| Friends type | Stardust needed for registered Legendary Pokemon | Stardust needed for new Legendary Pokemon |
|---|---|---|
| Good Friends | 20,000 | 1,000,000 |
| Great Friends | 16,000 | 800,000 |
| Ultra Friends | 1,600 | 80,000 |
| Best Friends | 800 | 40,000 |
How to catch a shiny Mewtwo in Pokemon Go
If you’re lucky enough, you might get a chance at catching shiny Mewtwo in Pokemon Go after beating it in a Tier 5 Raid. A shiny Mewtwo has a green tail instead of purple.
Shiny Pokemon do not guarantee better IVs or attacks. They are different only visually and are sought-after because of their extremely low spawn rate.
Do note that shiny Legendary Pokemon that you encounter in Raids are a guaranteed catch. There’s no use in spending Razz Berries, so you should use Pinap or Silver Pinap Berries to get more Candy.
Niantic/The Pokemon CompanyHow to catch Shadow Mewtwo in Pokemon Go
You can get Shadow Mewtwo in Pokemon Go by beating it in 5-Star Shadow Raids.
For the moment, Shadow Mewtwo is out of the Shadow Raid rotations, but we will keep you informed in case it comes back.
How to get Armored Mewtwo in Pokemon Go
The only way to obtain Armored Mewtwo in Pokemon Go is through trade. Armored Mewtwo was originally a promotional Pokemon that debuted in Raids with the release of the animated film Mewtwo Strikes Back in 2019.
Currently, the only way to get yours is by trading with another player, but it is considerably hard to get one since it is rare for players to part with such a precious Pokemon.
NianticBut in the unlikely case that Niantic decides to re-release Armored Mewtwo in a future event, we will let you know and update this post with the info on how to get it.
That’s all you need to know about Mewtwo in Pokemon Go. For more content, be sure to check out our other guides on how to beat Giovanni and his Shadow Pokemon team. There’s a lot going on in Pokemon Go, so stay up to date with Adventure Effects, events, and Raids.