How to mega evolve Rayquaza in Pokemon GO

Mega Rayquaza in Pokemon GO (Image via Sportskeeda)
Mega Rayquaza in Pokemon GO (Image via Sportskeeda)

Pokemon GO Fest 2023, one of the grandest events in this game's annual calendar, is going to take place in Osaka and London on August 4, 2023. After that, it will travel to New York City on August 18, 2023, and conclude with the Global event on August 26 and 27, 2023. While GO Fest 2023 is full of fantastic Pokemon debuts, Mega Rayquaza has to take the crown for the most hyped.

Players will encounter this entity in raids in the City Experience as part of the in-person events in Osaka, London, and New York City. Gamers participating in the GO Fest Global Event will get to encounter Mega Rayquaza on its second day. When you defeat this creature, it will return to its regular state, in which you have to capture it.

Once that is done, you would want to Mega Evolve Rayquaza. The process is slightly complex, and simply collecting Mega Energy is insufficient. Thankfully, this article can help you figure things out. It will take you through all the steps required to Mega Evolve Rayquaza.


Steps to mega evolving Rayquaza in Pokemon GO

You have to follow these steps to get thMega Rayquaza in Pokemon GO:

  1. Defeat Mega Rayquaza in Mega Raids during GO Fest 2023.
  2. Catch Rayquaza after the raid.
  3. Collect 400 Rayquaza Mega Energy.
  4. Complete research tasks to collect a Meteorite.
  5. Teach Rayquaza the Charged Attack Dragon Ascent.

Completing these steps will allow you to Mega Evolve Rayquaza in Pokemon GO.


How to collect Rayquaza Mega Energy in Pokemon GO

Mega Rayquaza in anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)
Mega Rayquaza in anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Rayquaza Mega Energy has to be collected by defeating the Pocket Monster in Raids. The quicker you are able to beat it, the more Mega Energy you will get as a reward.

To collect Rayquaza Mega Energy in Pokemon GO during in-person events in Osaka, London, or New York City, you must be a ticket holder. If you are a free-to-play player, you have to wait for the GO Fest 2023: Global to get your hands on Rayquaza Mega Energy.

While every player will have the chance to take part in the Mega Rayquaza Raids during the in-person event, Mega Energy will only be awarded to ticket holders. However, on Day 2 of the Global event, this restriction will be removed and all players will have equal access.


How to get a Meteorite (required for Rayquaza Dragon Ascent) in Pokemon GO

Ticket holders to the GO Fest 2023 event in Osaka, London, and New York City will get Special Research during the City Experience part of the day. Completing this will reward them with a Meteorite.

A similar Special Research will be available to players during the GO Fest 2023: Global. All players who log in during the event hours will have the chance to collect at least one Meteorite. Players with tickets for the event will get an additional Meteorite along with other rewards.


How to teach Rayquaza Dragon Ascent

Mega Rayquaza promo (Image via Niantic)
Mega Rayquaza promo (Image via Niantic)

To teach Rayquaza Dragon Ascent, you have to follow these steps:

  • Go to your bag and find the Meteorite item.
  • Selecting it will open up your Pokemon collection.
  • Give it to the Rayquaza you want to teach Dragon Ascent to.
  • Confirm your choice to teach the Charged Attack Dragon Ascent.

You can also check out our guide on how to Mega Evolve Diancie during GO Fest 2023.

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