How to beat Gigantamax Snorlax in Pokémon GO

The sleeping giant is finally awake—Gigantamax Snorlax in the heavy-weights is here in Pokémon GO for the Max Battle Day event on April 19, 2025, and to take him down, well, but simply there is no easy feat involved. He surely is one of the greatest Raid walls as a Tier 6 Max Boss and requires deep prep, coordination, and great team composition. Now, have all the necessary knowledge to roll this HP mountain out of the battlefield, with perhaps a shiny catch in the process.

Why does this battle matter?

This is the ninth Gigantamax Pokémon involved in battle, and the seventh from Kanto to join Pokémon GO. With local time on the spotlight between 2:00 and 5:00 p.m., it just offers chances for shiny catches at every Power Spot along its encounter, thus already securing a milestone in collectibles aside from a mere brawl.

Understanding how Max Battles work

This is few from an average raid. Max battles may thus part 40 players into four teams, specializing roles: attackers, defenders, and healers. Each player needs to keep this special role and thus come with properly boosted Pokémon lending Max Moves that are more effective numbers.

Best attackers: Lean into fighting

Gigantamax Snorlax is a pure Normal-type, meaning Fighting-type moves are the ticket to your victory. So here are some fine picks:

• Machamp (Dynamax): Counter as Fast Move. The MVP. Stack your team with well-prepped Machamps if you can.
• Passimian / Falinks (Dynamax): Also, use Counter. Solid backups if Machamp isn't available. Charizard, Blastoise, Lapras, Venusaur, and Kingler (Gigantamax-Not fighting types but hit hard thanks to the boost from Gigantamax. If you have them, use them.

Pro tip: In Max Battles, your Max Move type is determined by the Fast Move. Make sure that type is super-effective (Fighting) if you want to hit hard.

Best defenders: Tank the hits, keep the pressure

Even without STAB, the best defenders can stand buttressed under punches from Snorlax's vast offensive set:

• Blissey (Dynamax): Classic bulk, Normal-type synergy.
• Metagross (Dynamax): Amazing tank stats, which can be of use to help your durability broaden over the fight.
• Lapras, Blastoise, Venusaur (Gigantamax): Resilient with great Max Move options.
• Does Gigantamax Snorlax Mirror match anyone? Once caught great on defense too.
• Team up with defenders that absorb damage and provide time for your attackers to finish the job.

What are Healers?

Healers are often underrated, but not in this instance. Have one Trainer in your four-member team be designated as the Healer for the moves and revives. A great Healer saves lots of wipes and has given your most heavy hitters airtime.

Pro tips for battle day

On battle day, the most time that can be saved is:

• Half a Day-Hour: Setting up roles beforehand-there's four of you, so two are attackers, one is a defender, and one is a healer.
• Use Max Mushrooms: Popping it doubles damage dealt in a Max Battle, if you got one.
• Watch the Clock: Only three hours of grinding Snorlax, so don't waste time regrouping but only prepare ahead.
• Chase the Shiny: Grind it for the special shiny version, after all, Gigantamax Snorlax can shine.
• Level Up Counters Now: This boss is bulky and damage efficiency counts; get in with force.

Final strategy

Treat Gigantamax Snorlax like an MMO raid boss and work your strategy:

• Build sensible teams with clearly defined roles.
• Level Up Key Pokémon and Boost them.
• Use some Fighting-type attackers like Machamp.
• Coordinate with other trainers in-app or use their Discord channels.
• Bring along healing and shield strategies.

With the right strategizing and teamwork in place, not only is this giant invariably going to be beaten but you may also walk away with a shiny crown jewel for your collection. So power up, train hard, and prepare for the ultimate battle against Snorlax. Let the battles begin!