How to get Mega Swampert in Pokemon Go & can it be Shiny?
Mega Evolutions sit at the top of Pokemon Go‘s competitive mode, so if you want to amplify your repertoire, here’s how to add Mega Swampert to your team and whether it can be Shiny.
Swampert was already a very strong fighter when it was introduced alongside Gen 3, but it got even better once it received its Mega Evolution with the Pokemon Ruby & Sapphire remakes.
For those players looking for an outstanding Water/Ground-type beast with plenty of resistances, here’s how to get Mega Swampert now that it’s coming back to Mega Raid battles.
How to get Mega Swampert in Pokemon Go
Mega Swampert was released at the start of the Hoenn Mega Raid Day back in December 2022, and since then, there’s only been one way to obtain it in Pokemon Go.
Those looking to get Mega Swampert can do so by defeating it during Mega Raid battles. However, because plenty of Mega Evolutions are available in the game, players must wait for the rotations to see if the one they’re looking for takes a spot.
Luckily, this sturdy ‘mon is coming back as a Mega Raid Boss from July 8, 2024, until July 23, 2024, giving players plenty of time to take it down.
Can Mega Swampert be Shiny in Pokemon Go?
Yes, Mega Swampert can be Shiny in Pokemon Go. This variation was added to the game the same day the Mega Evolution debuted.
Players can recognize this gigantic beast by its fuchsia body and purple details, which are very far away from its regular light-blue and black tones.
Keep in mind there’s no special method to trigger a Shiny encounter, so all you can do is challenge as many Mega Swampert as you can until you find what you’re looking for.
How to evolve Swampert into Mega Swampert in Pokemon Go
Whenever a trainer defeats and catches a Mega Raid Boss, it returns to its regular form, meaning that every time they want to trigger a Mega Evolution, they must use Mega Energy.
The first time a player evolves Swampert into Mega Swampert, they must spend 200 Swampert Mega Energy. Luckily, the amount will drop to 40 the following time, then 20, and finally 10.
Players can gather Mega Energy by defeating Mega Raid Bosses, as rewards for completing Field Research Tasks, and even by setting a Pokemon as their Buddy after they’ve been Mega Evolved once.
Pokemon Go Mega Swampert stats, moves, resistances & weaknesses
As a dual Water/Ground-type Pokemon, Mega Swampert has the following stats:
| ATTACK | DEFENSE | STAMINA | CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 283 | 218 | 225 | 4975 |
Mega Swampert Fast Moves
- Mud Shot (Ground/STAB)
- Water Gun (Water/STAB)
Mega Swampert Charged Moves
- Earthquake (Ground/STAB)
- Sludge Wave (Poison)
- Surf (Water/STAB)
- Muddy Water (Water/STAB)
- Hydro Cannon (Water/STAB)
- Frustration (Normal/Shadow Pokemon)
- Return (Normal/Purified Pokemon)
Mega Swampert resistances
Mega Swampert weaknesses
That’s everything you need to know about how to get Mega Swampert in Pokemon Go. You can also check how to get Best Buddy status and how IVs & CP work in the game, as well as our rankings for Best Competitive Pokemon or the Best Mega Evolutions.