Machop Returns for Pokémon Go's May 2025 Community Day Classic

As Pokémon Go gears up for the grand finale of the Might and Mastery season, the spotlight returns to the beloved Machop during the Community Day Classic on May 24th, from 2:00 to 5:00 pm local time. This event is your golden ticket to fortify your Fighting-type team with the Superpower Pokémon.

Whether you're still hunting for that perfect Machamp or aiming to catch a Shiny Machop, this event is your best shot. Machop will be appearing more frequently in the wild, increasing your chances of encountering a Shiny variant.

During the event, evolve a Machoke into Machamp, and you’ll unlock the Charged Attack Payback, a potent Dark-type move with 110 power in Trainer Battles and 95 power in raids and Gyms. This evolution can be done anytime from the event start until May 31st at 10:00 pm local time.

Dive deeper into the event with the exclusive Community Day Special Research story, available for $1.99. This premium ticket grants you a Premium Battle Pass, Rare Candy XL, additional Machop encounters, and three Machop with a Seasonal Special Background.

Don't miss the Timed Research, which offers extra rewards like a Machop encounter featuring a Might and Mastery-themed Special Background and boosted Shiny odds. Remember, these tasks must be completed by May 31st.

Event bonuses sweeten the deal with 3x Catch Stardust, three-hour Lure Modules and Incense, and surprise photo encounters. Engage in Field Research and PokéStop Showcases for more opportunities to earn Stardust, Great Balls, and Machop encounters with unique backgrounds.

To cap it all off, the Pokémon Go Web Store will launch an Ultra Community Day Box for $1.99 starting May 14th, containing two Rare Candies and a Special Research ticket. This event also coincides with the Go Battle Week, adding an extra layer of excitement to your Pokémon Go experience.