How to beat Dynamax Latios Max Battles in Pokemon GO: Best counters, Shiny odds, 100% CP, and more

Defeating Pokemon GO Dynamax Latios Max Battles requires the use of strong attackers and defenders, as well as the right strategy. The creature will be available in Power Spots on July 26 and 27, 2025, between 6 am and 9 pm local time. The cost to enter these fights is 800 MP (and a remote raid pass if you are not present in person). Up to four trainers can work together to challenge Latios Max Battles at the same time.

This article covers the best counters to use against Dynamax Latios Max Battles in Pokemon GO.

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Best counters to use against Dynamax Latios Max Battles in Pokemon GO

Defenders

Defender	Fast Move	Key Skill	Notes
Crown Sword Zacian	Metal Claw	Max Guard	-
Crown Shield Zamazenta	Metal Claw	Max Guard	-
Dynamax Hatterene	Charm	Max Attack	Relobby if Latios has Solar Beam
Dynamax Corviknight	Sand Attack	Max Guard	-
Dynamax Blissey	Pound	Max Spirit	Relobby if Latios has Solar Beam
Dynamax Metagross	Fury Cutter	Max Spirit	Relobby if Latios has Solar Beam
Dynamax Latias	Dragon Breath	Max Guard	-

Attackers

Attacker	Fast Move	Key Skill	Notes
Gigantamax Gengar	Lick	Level 3 Max Attack	Use only during Dynamax Phase to avoid getting OHKO
Dynamax Latios	Dragon Breath	Level 3 Max Attack	-
Dynamax Gengar	Lick	Level 3 Max Attack	Use only during Dynamax Phase to avoid getting OHKO
Dynamax Single Strike Urshifu	Sucker Punch	Level 3 Max Attack	-
Dynamax Hatterene	Charm	Level 3 Max Attack	Can double-up as defender as well.
Dynamax Latias	Dragon Breath	Level 3 Max Attack	Can double-up as defender as well.
Dynamax Charizard	Dragon Breath	Level 3 Max Attack	-
Dynamax Cryogonal	Ice Shard	Level 3 Max Attack	-
Gigantamax Lapras	Psywave	Level 3 Max Attack	-

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Best team composition and strategy for Pokemon GO Dynamax Latios Max Battles

The best team to take down Dynamax Latios Max Battles includes Dynamax Blissey, Crowned Sword Zacian, and Gigantamax Gengar. Soak up incoming damage and charge the Dynamax Energy meter using the first two and deal huge chunks of super-effective Max damage using Gigantamax Gengar.

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Dynamax Latios' weaknesses and resistances in Pokemon GO

Weaknesses

• Dragon
• Ice
• Fairy
• Bug
• Ghost
• Dark

Resistances

• Psychic
• Fighting
• Grass
• Fire
• Water
• Electric

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Pokemon GO Dynamax Latios shiny odds from Max Battles

Shiny Latios comparison (Image via TPC)

You have a 1-in-20 chance of encountering Shiny Dynamax Latios once you beat the creature in 5-star Max Battles. If you do end up meeting one, the catch is guaranteed, as long as you can land the last ball (at least).

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Dynamax Latios 100% CP from Max Battles (Hundo CP)

Dynamax Latios' Hundo CP is as follows:

• No weather boost: 2,178 CP

The creature can be found at the following CP range:

• No weather boost: 2,090 CP to 2,178 CP at Level 20 (10/10/10 - 15/15/15 IVs)

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Dynamax Latios in Pokemon GO: Stats, moves, and upgrade cost

• Attack: 268
• Defense: 212
• Stamina: 190
• Fast Attacks/Max Moves: Zen Headbutt (Max Mindstorm) and Dragon Breath (Max Wyrmwind)
• Charged Attacks: Solar Beam, Psychic, Dragon Claw, and Luster Purge
• Max Move upgrade costs: Level 1 - 400 MP and 80 Candy; Level 2 - 600 MP and 130 Candy; Level Max - 800 MP and 55 Candy XL

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