Pokemon Go Mega Rayquaza Special Raid date, bonuses & Meteorite Research

Mega Rayquaza is back to Pokemon Go, this time in a Special Raid event serving as makeup for June’s Elite Raids fail. With the Raids being accessible to all players, you’ll want to know all the perks of the highly-anticipated event.

So, here’s all you need to know about the Mega Rayquaza Special Raids, with the date and times, bonuses, shiny availability, and the Research quest for the Meteorite item.

Pokemon Go Mega Rayquaza Special Raid start date & times

The Mega Rayquaza Special Raids will take place in Pokemon Go on August 3, 2024, at 11 AM, 1 PM, and 6 PM local time.

You will be able to see the Raid Egg 25 minutes before the Boss takes over the Gym. Once Mega Rayquaza comes out, it will be available for 30 minutes.

Remember, these battles are not Elite Raids so you can take part in them in person or remotely.

Mega Rayquaza event bonuses

• Remote Raid Pass limit will be increased to 20 from August 2, at 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET / 1 AM BST (August 3) / 12 AM GMT (August 3) until August 3, 2024, at 8 PM PT / 11 PM ET / 4 PM BST / 3 PM GMT

You can buy Remote Raid Passes from the Pokemon Go Shop. One unit will cost 195 PokeCoins, while three of them are 525 PokeCoins.

Pokemon Go Timed Research for Meteorite

You will get access to a free Timed Research rewarding one Meteorite once you complete the quest.

Meteorites are essential to help Rayquaza Mega Evolve and are limited to special events and Research quests. So, don’t miss the opportunity to bag this elusive item.

How to Mega Evolve Rayquaza in Pokemon Go

• Select Rayquaza and give it a Meteorite to teach it the Charged Move Dragon Ascent.
• Feed it 400 Rayquaza Mega Energy.
• Tap the Mega Evolve button.

While you can get a Meteorite from the Timed Research, you need to win several Raids to collect 400 Mega Energy.

Note that Mega Rayquaza is the top Dragon and Flying-type attacker in Pokemon Go and boasts high neutral damage to tackle any opponent except Steel-type species.

Can Mega Rayquaza be shiny in Pokemon Go?

Yes, shiny Mega Rayquaza is available in Pokemon Go. You can get it by catching a shiny Rayquaza from the Raid and then Mega Evolving it.

A shiny obtained from a Legendary Raid is a guaranteed catch. So, use Pinap Berries to earn double Candy when you catch it.

If you’re eager to catch other powerful Dragon types in Pokemon Go, here’s how to get Salamence, Zygarde, Garchomp, and Dragonite.