5 best PvP picks to farm during Pokemon GO Fest 2025

With an exciting mix of community, exploration, and intense Pokmon battles, Pokemon GO Fest 2025 is quickly approaching. This year's event, which runs from Saturday, June 28 at 10 AM to Sunday, June 29 at 6 PM local time, is jam-packed with unique habitats, strong raid bosses, and exclusive spawns.

This is your chance to stock up on some serious PvP contenders, whether you're playing locally or online. Knowing which Pokemon can really shine in the competitive scene is essential because there are so many of them.

Here are five top picks you should prioritize during Pokemon GO Fest 2025 if you're looking to bolster your PvP lineup.

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Pokemon GO Fest 2025: Best PvP picks to hunt

1) Togetic

Togetic as seen in the anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Since Togetic will be more common in the wild during the Pokemon GO Fest 2025, it's a great chance to hunt down XL Candy and high IVs for Togekiss, its evolved form. Togekiss is one of the best Charm users in PvP, especially in the Master League.

Its access to strong moves like Charm and Ancient Power gives it both offensive presence and coverage, and its Fairy typing makes it a formidable opponent to Pokemon of the Dragon, Dark, and Fighting types. Togekiss is a mainstay for many PvP veterans due to its tanky stat distribution, which helps it absorb damage and sustain pressure.

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2) Fuecoco

Fuecoco as seen in the anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Those windows are essential for farming because Fuecoco will be present in the Pokemon GO Fest 2025 Moonless Volcano habitat during certain hours. Skeledirge, its development, has become a formidable rival in the Great League and Ultra League formats.

Skeledirge's distinct Fire/Ghost typing provides strong bulk and resistance to popular movesets. Access to moves like Incinerate, Shadow Ball, and Disarming Voice enhances its PvP usefulness, making it a versatile and durable choice for taking on both Steel and Ghost types.

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3) Frigibax

Frigibax as seen in the anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)

In addition to spawning more frequently, Frigibax will also show up in 1-Star Raids during the Pokemon GO Fest 2025, providing Trainers with more opportunities to acquire this uncommon Pokemon. This Dragon/Ice-type becomes a powerful force in Master League PvP after evolving into Baxcalibur.

Its aggressive stat spread, high attack, and respectable bulk allow it to consistently put pressure on a variety of opponents. Its moveset usually consists of Dragon Breath and Avalanche. It has an advantage over the Flying and Dragon types that rule the higher tiers thanks to its Ice typing.

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4) Zamazenta (Crowned Shield Forme)

Zamazenta Crowned Shield Forme as seen in the anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)

In its Crowned Shield form, Zamazenta is a formidable opponent in the Ultra and Master Leagues and will only be seen in 5-Star Raids on Saturday during the Pokemon GO Fest 2025. In addition to providing coverage with moves like Snarl, Close Combat, and Iron Head, Zamazenta's Fighting/Steel typing allows it to withstand a wide range of damage types.

It thrives in longer battles, particularly against Normal, Ice, and Rock types, thanks to its impressive resistances and well-rounded stats. If you want to invest in XL Candy, now is a great time to buy a high-IV one.

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5) Zacian (Crowned Sword Forme)

Zacian Crowned Sword Forme as seen in the anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)

One of the most formidable threats in the Master League, Zacian, will be the main attraction of Pokemon GO Fest 2025 Sunday's 5-Star Raids in its Crowned Sword form. Zacian adds durability and offensive potential to any team with his strong Fairy/Steel typing.

It can punch holes in teams while still taking damage from fighters and dragons thanks to its go-to moves, which include Close Combat, Play Rough, and Snarl. High-level PvP requires Zacian because of its pressure and versatility.

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