Ultimate Guide to Unlocking and Leveling Up Maximum Moves in Pokemon Go

In the vibrant universe of Pokémon Go, players may have encountered the impressive Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokémon, which showcase powerful Max Moves. These formidable attacks can significantly enhance your Pokémon’s battle performance. However, unlocking and upgrading these moves is not as simple as it may seem.

Fear not! This guide will walk you through the process of unlocking Max Moves, the necessary materials, and tips on leveling them up to maximize your Pokémon’s damage output. Let’s dive in!

1. How to Unlock a Max Move in Pokémon Go

To unlock a Max Move, follow these straightforward steps:

Select the Dynamax Pokémon for which you wish to unlock a Max Move.
Expand the Pokémon’s stats screen by tapping the Dynamax or Gigantamax icon, revealing the available Max Moves.
Gather the required materials: Max Guard and Max Cheer can be accessed by using specific amounts of Candy and Max Particles.
Once equipped with the necessary resources, simply hit the “TRAIN”button to have your Dynamax Pokémon learn the new Max Move.

The resources needed to unlock a Level 1 Max Move vary based on the tier of the Max Battle from which the Pokémon was captured. Below is a breakdown of the requirements:

Tier	Candy Required	Max Particles Required
1	50	400
2	60	400
3	70	400
5	80	400

Now that you are aware of the resources needed, let’s explore how to enhance your Max Moves.

2. How to Level Up a Max Move in Pokémon Go

To advance a Max Move, navigate back to the Pokémon’s Dynamax or Gigantamax menu and check the listed Max Moves. Select the move you aim to elevate. If you possess the requisite resources, simply click the “Train” button to upgrade the move’s level.

Leveling Up a Max Move | Source: In-game Screenshot

Keep in mind that each Max Move can attain a maximum level of three, representing its peak strength.

Level	Max Particles Required	Candy Required (Tier 1/2/3/5)
Level 1	400	50/60/70/80 Candy
Level 2	600	100/110/120/130 Candy
Level Max	800	40/45/50/55 XL Candy

3. About Pokémon Go

Launched in July 2016 for iOS and Android devices, Pokémon Go is a trailblazing augmented reality (AR) game developed by Niantic and published by Nintendo.

Directed by Tatsuo Nomura, Pokémon Go employs GPS technology to allow players to locate, capture, train, and battle Pokémon in the real world. The game offers in-app purchases to acquire in-game currency for various items. Initially featuring around 150 Pokémon species, the roster grew to almost 600 by 2020.

Celebrated for its innovative concept and user-friendly interface, Pokémon Go was among the top-grossing games of 2016, raking in an astounding 1.92 billion dollars in revenue in the previous year alone. With over 500 million downloads, it stands as a pioneer in the realm of location-based and augmented reality gaming.

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