National Pokédex No. 3
Venusaur
GrassPoison
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Vine Lash
GrassFor four turns, damages each non-Grass opponent by one sixth of its maximum HP after every turn.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax SoupGift via Bulbasaur
Pokémon Sword and Shield
All Gigantamax Pokémon
Explore every Gigantamax Pokémon, its unique form, signature G-Max Move, type, effect, and how to obtain it in Pokémon Sword and Shield.
This page covers the main-series Gigantamax system in Pokémon Sword and Shield. Historical gifts and events are labeled separately from methods that remain available in a saved game.
- Pokémon species
- 32
- Gigantamax forms
- 33
- Main Series Debut
- Pokémon Sword & Shield
What Is Gigantamax?
Dynamax temporarily makes a Pokémon larger and increases its HP in eligible battles. Gigantamax is a special kind of Dynamax available only to selected species and only to individuals with the Gigantamax Factor.
A Gigantamax Pokémon changes appearance and replaces one type of Max Move with its species-specific G-Max Move. Gigantamax does not change the Pokémon's base stats, typing or Ability, and it does not provide a broader Attack, Defense or Speed increase than ordinary Dynamax.
There are 32 species with Gigantamax forms. This page lists 33 forms because Single Strike Style and Rapid Strike Style Urshifu have separate Gigantamax appearances and different G-Max Moves.
All Gigantamax Pokémon
Search all 33 forms, filter by Pokémon type, G-Max Move type, obtain method or natural raid availability, and compare the normal and Gigantamax appearances.
Natural raid availability describes permanent raid dens, not a permanent ownership lock. Max Soup works in either version after it is unlocked in The Isle of Armor.
Showing 33 of 33 Gigantamax forms
Generation 1
National Pokédex No. 6
Charizard
FireFlying
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Wildfire
FireFor four turns, damages each non-Fire opponent by one sixth of its maximum HP after every turn.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax SoupIn-game Gift
National Pokédex No. 9
Blastoise
Water
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Cannonade
WaterFor four turns, damages each non-Water opponent by one sixth of its maximum HP after every turn.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax SoupGift via Squirtle
National Pokédex No. 12
Butterfree
BugFlying
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Befuddle
BugRandomly inflicts sleep, poison or paralysis on each opposing Pokémon.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 25
Pikachu
Electric
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Volt Crash
ElectricParalyzes each opposing Pokémon.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax SoupIn-game Gift
National Pokédex No. 52
Meowth
Normal
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Gold Rush
NormalConfuses opposing Pokémon and scatters coins that are collected as prize money after the battle.
Obtain methods
Max SoupDistribution / Pokémon HOME
National Pokédex No. 68
Machamp
Fighting
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Chi Strike
FightingRaises the critical-hit ratio of the user and its allies by one stage.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 94
Gengar
GhostPoison
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Terror
GhostPrevents opposing Pokémon from switching while the user remains on the field.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 99
Kingler
Water
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Foam Burst
WaterLowers the Speed of each opposing Pokémon by two stages.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 131
Lapras
WaterIce
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Resonance
IceSets Aurora Veil on the user's side, even without hail.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 133
Eevee
Normal
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Cuddle
NormalInfatuates opposing Pokémon when gender rules allow the effect.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax SoupIn-game Gift
National Pokédex No. 143
Snorlax
Normal
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Replenish
NormalHas a 50% chance to restore consumed Berries for the user and its allies.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 569
Garbodor
Poison
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Malodor
PoisonPoisons each opposing Pokémon.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 809
Melmetal
Steel
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Meltdown
SteelApplies Torment, preventing opposing Pokémon from selecting the same move twice in a row.
Obtain methods
Distribution / Pokémon HOME
National Pokédex No. 812
Rillaboom
Grass
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Drum Solo
GrassHas a fixed base power of 160 and ignores the target's Ability.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 815
Cinderace
Fire
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Fireball
FireHas a fixed base power of 160 and ignores the target's Ability.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 818
Inteleon
Water
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Hydrosnipe
WaterHas a fixed base power of 160 and ignores the target's Ability.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 823
Corviknight
FlyingSteel
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Wind Rage
FlyingRemoves terrain, barriers and entry hazards from the battlefield.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 826
Orbeetle
BugPsychic
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Gravitas
PsychicBegins the effects of Gravity for five turns.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 834
Drednaw
WaterRock
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Stonesurge
WaterSets Stealth Rock on the opposing side of the field.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 839
Coalossal
RockFire
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Volcalith
RockFor four turns, damages each non-Rock opponent by one sixth of its maximum HP after every turn.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 841
Flapple
GrassDragon
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Tartness
GrassLowers the evasiveness of each opposing Pokémon by one stage.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 842
Appletun
GrassDragon
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Sweetness
GrassCures status conditions for the user and its allies.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 844
Sandaconda
Ground
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Sandblast
GroundTraps opposing Pokémon for four to five turns and damages them at the end of each turn.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 849
Toxtricity
ElectricPoison
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Stun Shock
ElectricRandomly poisons or paralyzes each opposing Pokémon.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 851
Centiskorch
FireBug
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Centiferno
FireTraps opposing Pokémon for four to five turns and damages them at the end of each turn.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 858
Hatterene
PsychicFairy
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Smite
FairyConfuses each opposing Pokémon.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 861
Grimmsnarl
DarkFairy
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Snooze
DarkHas a 50% chance to make the target drowsy through the effect of Yawn.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 869
Alcremie
Fairy
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Finale
FairyRestores one sixth of the maximum HP of the user and its allies.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 879
Copperajah
Steel
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Steelsurge
SteelSets a Steel-type entry hazard whose damage depends on the target's weakness or resistance to Steel.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 884
Duraludon
SteelDragon
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Depletion
DragonRemoves 2 PP from the last move used by each opposing Pokémon.
Obtain methods
Max Raid BattlesMax Soup
National Pokédex No. 892
Urshifu
FightingDark
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max One Blow
DarkBypasses protection effects, including Max Guard.
Obtain methods
Max Soup
National Pokédex No. 892
Rapid Strike Urshifu
FightingWater
Signature G-Max Move
G-Max Rapid Flow
WaterBypasses protection effects, including Max Guard.
Obtain methods
Max Soup
Every Gigantamax G-Max Move
A damaging move of the required type becomes the listed G-Max Move while that species is Gigantamax. Its power normally depends on the original move unless the effect states a fixed power.
| Pokémon | G-Max Move | Move type | Required base move | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venusaur | G-Max Vine Lash | Grass | Damaging Grass-type move | For four turns, damages each non-Grass opponent by one sixth of its maximum HP after every turn. |
| Charizard | G-Max Wildfire | Fire | Damaging Fire-type move | For four turns, damages each non-Fire opponent by one sixth of its maximum HP after every turn. |
| Blastoise | G-Max Cannonade | Water | Damaging Water-type move | For four turns, damages each non-Water opponent by one sixth of its maximum HP after every turn. |
| Butterfree | G-Max Befuddle | Bug | Damaging Bug-type move | Randomly inflicts sleep, poison or paralysis on each opposing Pokémon. |
| Pikachu | G-Max Volt Crash | Electric | Damaging Electric-type move | Paralyzes each opposing Pokémon. |
| Meowth | G-Max Gold Rush | Normal | Damaging Normal-type move | Confuses opposing Pokémon and scatters coins that are collected as prize money after the battle. |
| Machamp | G-Max Chi Strike | Fighting | Damaging Fighting-type move | Raises the critical-hit ratio of the user and its allies by one stage. |
| Gengar | G-Max Terror | Ghost | Damaging Ghost-type move | Prevents opposing Pokémon from switching while the user remains on the field. |
| Kingler | G-Max Foam Burst | Water | Damaging Water-type move | Lowers the Speed of each opposing Pokémon by two stages. |
| Lapras | G-Max Resonance | Ice | Damaging Ice-type move | Sets Aurora Veil on the user's side, even without hail. |
| Eevee | G-Max Cuddle | Normal | Damaging Normal-type move | Infatuates opposing Pokémon when gender rules allow the effect. |
| Snorlax | G-Max Replenish | Normal | Damaging Normal-type move | Has a 50% chance to restore consumed Berries for the user and its allies. |
| Garbodor | G-Max Malodor | Poison | Damaging Poison-type move | Poisons each opposing Pokémon. |
| Melmetal | G-Max Meltdown | Steel | Damaging Steel-type move | Applies Torment, preventing opposing Pokémon from selecting the same move twice in a row. |
| Rillaboom | G-Max Drum Solo | Grass | Damaging Grass-type move | Has a fixed base power of 160 and ignores the target's Ability. |
| Cinderace | G-Max Fireball | Fire | Damaging Fire-type move | Has a fixed base power of 160 and ignores the target's Ability. |
| Inteleon | G-Max Hydrosnipe | Water | Damaging Water-type move | Has a fixed base power of 160 and ignores the target's Ability. |
| Corviknight | G-Max Wind Rage | Flying | Damaging Flying-type move | Removes terrain, barriers and entry hazards from the battlefield. |
| Orbeetle | G-Max Gravitas | Psychic | Damaging Psychic-type move | Begins the effects of Gravity for five turns. |
| Drednaw | G-Max Stonesurge | Water | Damaging Water-type move | Sets Stealth Rock on the opposing side of the field. |
| Coalossal | G-Max Volcalith | Rock | Damaging Rock-type move | For four turns, damages each non-Rock opponent by one sixth of its maximum HP after every turn. |
| Flapple | G-Max Tartness | Grass | Damaging Grass-type move | Lowers the evasiveness of each opposing Pokémon by one stage. |
| Appletun | G-Max Sweetness | Grass | Damaging Grass-type move | Cures status conditions for the user and its allies. |
| Sandaconda | G-Max Sandblast | Ground | Damaging Ground-type move | Traps opposing Pokémon for four to five turns and damages them at the end of each turn. |
| Toxtricity | G-Max Stun Shock | Electric | Damaging Electric-type move | Randomly poisons or paralyzes each opposing Pokémon. |
| Centiskorch | G-Max Centiferno | Fire | Damaging Fire-type move | Traps opposing Pokémon for four to five turns and damages them at the end of each turn. |
| Hatterene | G-Max Smite | Fairy | Damaging Fairy-type move | Confuses each opposing Pokémon. |
| Grimmsnarl | G-Max Snooze | Dark | Damaging Dark-type move | Has a 50% chance to make the target drowsy through the effect of Yawn. |
| Alcremie | G-Max Finale | Fairy | Damaging Fairy-type move | Restores one sixth of the maximum HP of the user and its allies. |
| Copperajah | G-Max Steelsurge | Steel | Damaging Steel-type move | Sets a Steel-type entry hazard whose damage depends on the target's weakness or resistance to Steel. |
| Duraludon | G-Max Depletion | Dragon | Damaging Dragon-type move | Removes 2 PP from the last move used by each opposing Pokémon. |
| Urshifu | G-Max One Blow | Dark | Damaging Dark-type move | Bypasses protection effects, including Max Guard. |
| Rapid Strike Urshifu | G-Max Rapid Flow | Water | Damaging Water-type move | Bypasses protection effects, including Max Guard. |
How Gigantamax Works
Gigantamax uses the same temporary battle framework as Dynamax, with two visible differences: a species-specific appearance and a signature G-Max Move.
- 1The Pokémon's species must have an official Gigantamax form.
- 2The individual Pokémon must have the Gigantamax Factor; species eligibility alone is not enough.
- 3In a battle and location that allow Dynamax, activating Dynamax changes an eligible individual into its Gigantamax form.
- 4Damaging moves of one designated type become the species-specific G-Max Move; other damaging moves become ordinary Max Moves.
- 5HP increases according to Dynamax rules, while base stats, typing and Ability remain unchanged.
- 6The Pokémon returns to its ordinary appearance when the three-turn transformation ends.
How to Get Gigantamax Pokémon
Natural Max Raid availability, Max Soup and gifts are separate acquisition routes. Version-associated raids do not prevent the Pokémon from being traded, obtained through another player's raid or given the factor through Max Soup.
Max Raid Battles
Eligible Gigantamax Pokémon can be caught in selected Max Raid Battles in the Wild Area, The Isle of Armor and The Crown Tundra. Some forms appeared only in rotating Wild Area News events, so an old event listing does not prove that the raid is currently active.
Max Soup
After unlocking Max Soup in The Isle of Armor, most compatible species can gain or lose the Gigantamax Factor in exchange for three clusters of Max Mushrooms. Melmetal is excluded, and Urshifu also requires one comb of Max Honey.
Gift Pokémon and distributions
Several Gigantamax-capable Pokémon were provided through in-game gifts, save-data bonuses, Mystery Gift or Pokémon HOME. Limited-time distributions are described as historical rather than continuously claimable.
Sword and Shield availability
A small number of permanent natural Gigantamax raids are associated with one version. Trading, joining a host from the other version and Max Soup mean these raid differences are not permanent ownership locks.
Max Soup ingredients
- Most compatible species: 3 clusters of Max Mushrooms
- Either Urshifu style: 3 clusters of Max Mushrooms and 1 comb of Max Honey
- Melmetal: cannot use Max Soup
Dynamax vs Gigantamax
Both mechanics use the same three-turn Dynamax framework in Pokémon Sword and Shield, but Gigantamax adds a unique appearance and species-specific move.
| Feature | Dynamax | Gigantamax |
|---|---|---|
| Pokémon becomes larger | Yes | Yes |
| HP increases | Yes | Yes |
| Species-specific appearance change | No | Yes |
| Uses Max Moves | Yes | Yes |
| Can use a signature G-Max Move | No | Yes |
| Species eligibility | Generally, where the game and battle allow it | Selected species only |
| Requires the Gigantamax Factor | No | Yes |
Gigantamax is not a higher-stat version of Dynamax. Its main differences are the unique appearance and species-specific G-Max Move.
Important Gigantamax Special Cases
These exceptions explain why 32 species produce 33 entries and why some acquisition methods cannot be applied uniformly.
Two Urshifu forms
Single Strike Style and Rapid Strike Style have separate Gigantamax appearances and use G-Max One Blow and G-Max Rapid Flow respectively.
Flapple and Appletun
They are separate species with the same Gigantamax design, but Flapple uses G-Max Tartness and Appletun uses G-Max Sweetness.
Toxtricity's forms
Amped Form and Low Key Form share one Gigantamax appearance and the same G-Max Stun Shock.
Alcremie decorations
All cream flavors and sweet decorations use the same Gigantamax form, so the list contains one Alcremie entry.
Pikachu, Meowth and Eevee
An individual with the Gigantamax Factor cannot evolve while it keeps that factor.
Melmetal and Max Soup
Melmetal cannot gain or lose the Gigantamax Factor through Max Soup. Its Gigantamax-capable distribution is handled through Pokémon HOME.
Urshifu and Max Honey
Either Urshifu style needs one comb of Max Honey in addition to three clusters of Max Mushrooms for Max Soup.
Gigantamax Pokémon FAQ
What is a Gigantamax Pokémon?
A Gigantamax Pokémon is an individual from an eligible species that has the Gigantamax Factor. When Dynamaxed in a compatible Pokémon Sword or Shield battle, it changes into a species-specific appearance and can use a signature G-Max Move.
How many Gigantamax Pokémon are there?
There are 32 Pokémon species with 33 Gigantamax forms. Urshifu accounts for the difference because Single Strike Style and Rapid Strike Style have separate Gigantamax forms and G-Max Moves.
What is the difference between Dynamax and Gigantamax?
Both temporarily enlarge a Pokémon and increase its HP. Gigantamax is limited to selected species and eligible individuals, changes the Pokémon's appearance and replaces one type of Max Move with a signature G-Max Move.
Can every Pokémon Gigantamax?
No. Only 32 species have Gigantamax forms, and an individual from one of those species still needs the Gigantamax Factor.
Can you give a Pokémon the Gigantamax Factor?
Usually. Max Soup in The Isle of Armor can add or remove the factor for most compatible species. Melmetal cannot use Max Soup, and Urshifu requires Max Honey in addition to Max Mushrooms.
Can Gigantamax Pokémon evolve?
Pikachu, Meowth and Eevee cannot evolve while they have the Gigantamax Factor. Max Soup can remove the factor from compatible Pokémon, after which normal evolution rules can apply.
Can Melmetal use Max Soup?
No. Melmetal cannot gain or lose the Gigantamax Factor through Max Soup. A Gigantamax-capable Melmetal is obtained through the special Pokémon HOME distribution tied to transferring a Pokémon from Pokémon GO.
Why does Urshifu have two Gigantamax forms?
Urshifu has Single Strike Style and Rapid Strike Style. Their different typings, appearances and signature moves are preserved when they Gigantamax: G-Max One Blow for Single Strike Style and G-Max Rapid Flow for Rapid Strike Style.
Are Gigantamax Pokémon available in Scarlet and Violet?
Gigantamax is not a standard battle mechanic in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. This guide documents its main-series implementation and acquisition methods in Pokémon Sword and Shield.
Is Gigantamax the same in Pokémon GO?
No. Pokémon GO uses its own Max Battle system and live event availability. The Pokémon Sword and Shield G-Max Move table and acquisition methods on this page do not describe Pokémon GO's rules.
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