Pokemon GO constantly switches which Pokemon are available as Raid boss encounters through each event and season to come and pass through the game. These Raids range from more regular Pokemon at 1-Star, evolved forms at 3-Star, Legendary, and Mythical Pokemon at 5-Star, Shadow Pokemon in Shadow Raids, and, of course, Mega Evolutions in Mega Raids.
Yveltal is a member of the Legendary trio of Kalos and one of the stronger Raid bosses that Trainers can encounter in Pokemon GO. Players attempting to take on this monster in battle will need to consider the core weaknesses and resistances of this creature, as well as the best counters for taking the best down. For this reason, everything they’ll need to know has been outlined in the guide below, ensuring players have the best chance at success.
Updated by Grace Black on February 18, 2025: During Pokemon GO’s Dual Destiny Season, Yveltal has returned to the game as a Raid Boss. For this reason, this guide has been refreshed with the latest information and tips to help Trainers take it down in battle.
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Pokemon GO: Yveltal Weaknesses and Resistances
In Pokemon GO, Yveltal is a Dark and Flying Dual-Type Legendary. This monster comes equipped with some impressive stats, carrying a spread of 250 ATK, 185 DEF, and 246 STA, as well as a Maximum CP of 4275. Because of this, players will need to find key weaknesses that they can use to overcome the Raid boss.
Yveltal is weak to Pokemon or moves of the Rock, Ice, Electric, and Fairy Typings. In addition to this, Yveltal is also resistant to Ghost, Grass, Ground, Dark, and Psychic Type attacks. Trainers can use these weaknesses and resistances to their advantage to decide which contenders are best suited to battle against Yveltal and design a team of appropriate Pokemon for these Raids.
Yveltal’s prowess experiences a boost during both Foggy and Windy weather, so players should keep this in mind. They may wish to avoid these Raid locations when possible.
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Best Yveltal Raid Counters in Pokemon GO
Despite being a threatening Raid boss to go up against, Pokemon GO players can take down Yveltal by using counters with effective movesets and Type combinations. Players can also utilize counters with the Same Type of Attack Bonus (STAB) potential moves to inflict additional damage while battling Yveltal, which will help ensure a better chance of securing victory.
When a Pokemon’s attack type and attribute type are the same, using that specific attack can trigger STAB and inflict bonus damage on the opponent.
For the best success rate in Yveltal Raids, players should look to build a Raid roster that can deal the most amount of damage against this Legendary before fainting in battle. The best Pokemon counter choices have been indicated below for this purpose, though players can also use these selections to determine other suitable contenders for their team.
Yveltal Counters in Pokemon GO
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Yveltal counters |
Fast Attack |
Charged Attack |
|---|---|---|
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Shadow Rampardos |
Smack Down |
Rock Slide |
|
Mega Diancie |
Rock Throw |
Rock Slide |
|
Shadow Raikou |
Thunder Shock |
Wild Charge |
|
Mega Gardevoir |
Charm |
Dazzling Gleam |
|
Shadow Rhyperior |
Smack Down |
Rock Wrecker |
|
Xurkitree |
Thunder Shock |
Discharge |
|
Mega Rayquaza |
Dragon Tail |
Dragon Ascent |
|
Shadow Electivire |
Thunder Shock |
Wild Charge |
|
Shadow Mamoswine |
Powder Snow |
Avalanche |
|
Shadow Zapdos |
Thunder Shock |
Thunderbolt |
|
Mega Tyranitar |
Smack Down |
Stone Edge |
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Pokemon GO: How to Get Shiny Yveltal
Shiny collectors are always looking for exponential shiny variants, and Shiny Yveltal is a well-loved form. Unfortunately, players are unable to simply locate this Legendary’s Shiny variant in the wild.
Instead, Raids provides players with an opportunity to obtain shiny Yveltal. After defeating this boss, there is a possibility of encountering Shiny Yveltal. However, this encounter is not guaranteed. Shiny Yveltal has an approximate 1 in 20 chance of appearing through Raid encounters, so Trainers who participate and win multiple Raids will have more opportunities to beat these odds.
