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Pokemon Go: Genesect Raid Weaknesses & Best Counters

We’re talking about a Genesect incursion, so it’s clear that you need to know what Pokemon GO’s Genesect Raid Weaknesses & Best Counters are before…

Cande MaldonadoBy Cande MaldonadoSeptember 14, 20233 Mins Read
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We’re talking about a Genesect incursion, so it’s clear that you need to know what Pokemon GO‘s Genesect Raid Weaknesses & Best Counters are before sending you in headfirst. Genesect is a creation to be feared, of course. But it also has several weaknesses that could put you at an advantage. In this guide, we’ll outline the stats of the best and not-so-good Pokemon to take into battle so you can choose according to your pokeballs and each Pokemon’s abilities. 

Pokemon GO: Genesect Raid Weaknesses

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Genesect, the Mythical Bug-type, and Steel-type Pokemon, debuted in Generation V. This formidable Pokémon is presented as a Level 5 Raid Boss with a Battle Power of 47,836 points.

Genesect is a Pokemon that goes down quickly when you put it in a battle with a Fire-type Pokemon. Fire moves will be a Genesect raid weaknesses in Pokemon GO. Some of the Pokemon listed would be Darmanitan, Moltres, Blaziken, Charizard, and Reshiram. 

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You should remember that the Genesect improves its abilities and becomes more competitive when the weather favors it, whether snowy or rainy. That’s why we try to keep all the variables in mind before passing this list on to you. 

Pokemon GO: Genesect Best Counters

Given its weaknesses, these are the best Pokemon to face Genesect in the upcoming event.

  • Charizard in its Mega X form. Its Fire Spire and Blast Burn moves are a great way to win this encounter.
  • Reshiram. Thanks to its Fire Fang and Fusion Flare moves, it is considered one of the best Pokemon to face Genesect. 
  • Darmanitan. With its Overheat style and the speed of Fire Fang, consider Darmanitan among your picks for the subsequent encounter.
  • Charizard in its Mega Y form. This Pokemon certainly stands out among many. With its Fire Spin and Blast Burn moves, it won’t waste your time looking for new strategies. In Genesect Raid this Pokemon take advantage of the Weaknesses in Pokemon GO.
  • Blaziken in its Mega form. Allied with its Fire Spin and Blast Burn moves, you shouldn’t take away its chance to show you what it’s capable of. 
  • Entei. While he is not the favorite for this battle, he has some striking results in terms of stamina and counterattacks in this type of battle. His Fire Fang and Overheat moves give him a chance to belong on this list.

If you have at least one of them present in the formation of your battle team, you will have a significant advantage in defeating Genesect. 

Pokemon GO is available on Mobile Platforms.

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