Mewtwo is one of the most legendary Pokémon in Pokémon GO, fueled by its raw psychic-type power. Ever since it made its debut in 2017, trainers have chased this mythical genetic rarity through raids, special events, and trades. While it can be a struggle to obtain Mewtwo, its dominance in PvE and PvP battles makes all the effort worth it. Here are some of the most effective ways you can add Mewtwo to your roster.
1. Participate in Tier 5 Raid Battles
Another way to obtain Mewtwo is by looking out for Tier 5 Legendary Raids. Mewtwo often returns during these limited-time events. To join these battles, you’ll need Remote Raid Passes or Premium Battle Passes. In my experience, coordinating with 3–5 skilled trainers and using optimal counters like Tyranitar or Giratina can significantly improve your chances of winning. The Raid Boss has 54,148 CP and a 2% base catch rate, but Windy weather can boost its CP. You should also keep an eye on Niantic’s social media channels for event announcements, as last month’s ‘Psychic Spectacular’ event brought Mewtwo back for a week.
2. Complete Special Research Tasks
There are also some timed or seasonal Special Research questlines that reward Mewtwo upon completion. For example, the famous “A Cosmic Companion” research in 2023 required trainers to win raids and catch specific Psychic-type Pokémon. Completing these tasks often results in earning in-game event rewards, so try to finish them before the deadlines. A fellow Pokémon trainer (in-game friend) recently shared with me how stacking Golden Razz Berries helped him secure a 96% IV Mewtwo using the exact same method.
3. Trading With Other Players
If you don’t want to spend your time raiding, you can always connect with other trainers to trade Pokémon. The stardust cost ranges from 800,000 (Ultra Friends) to 1,000,000 (lower friendship tiers), with Armored Mewtwo (the 2019 variant) being exclusive to trades. Here is a reference table you can use to tally how much it would cost to trade Mewtwo with your friend. Keep in mind that registering early can help you get Mewtwo for a lower stardust cost.
| Friendship Level | Registered Mewtwo Cost | Unregistered Mewtwo Cost |
| Good Friends | 20,000 | 1,000,000 |
| Great Friends | 16,000 | 800,000 |
| Ultra Friends | 1,600 | 80,000 |
| Best Friends | 800 | 40,000 |
Players should note that Special Trades are limited to only one per day and require physical proximity of both players. I once traded a spare Shiny Rayquaza for an Armored Mewtwo, and to this day, it remains one of the most-used centerpieces in my collection.
4. Shiny, Shadow & Mega Mewtwo Raids
The Shiny Mewtwo glows neon green and has 1/20 odds during Raid Hours. Shadow Mewtwo, on the other hand, is available in Shadow Raids on a rotational basis and requires defeating Team GO Rocket leaders as a primary condition. Last season’s Shadow Raid weekend saw hundreds of trainers flock to parks with Purified Gems.
In other news, datamined assets hint that Mega Mewtwo X/Y could be arriving soon. When they debut, expect at least 10–15 trainers per raid, requiring counters like Mega Gengar or Mega Tyranitar. Stocking up on Max Revives and coordinating with local Discord groups beforehand is recommended.
Conclusion
Mewtwo dishes out a blistering 300 Attack stat, and its versatile movepool makes it a meta force. Although its defense leaves it vulnerable to Ghost-types, this genetic Pokémon remains worth the grind. Whether you’re chasing raid glory or negotiating trades, Mewtwo is a powerhouse to have on your roster.
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