Mega Gengar

Mega Gengar is a Ghost and Poison-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 4,336 CP and is weak to Dark, Ghost, Ground, and Psychic-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Lick / Sludge Bomb. It is boosted by Fog and Cloudy weather. Its shiny form is available.

Mega Gengar Stats and Max CP

349 ATK
199 DEF
155 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
4902 CP
Lvl 40
4336 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
3097 CP
Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs
2477 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1858 CP

Mega Gengar's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

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Mega Gengar PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

Legendaries, Shadow Pokémon, and Mega Evolutions are the most meta additions to Pokémon GO but few in this elite group are built as good as Mega Gengar.

Equipped with devastating strength for raids and a diverse but powerful movepool, Mega Gengar is one of the compulsory Megas to have in your collection. Although it theoretically seems to be hindered by its weaknesses to Psychic and Ghost, two types it is super-effective against, its remarkable outburst of damage in raids compensates for that, firmly placing it as one of the best counters to use.

It is well-known that both Psychic and Ghost raids can be beaten with counters from the Dark and Ghost types. Even in this comparison, Mega Gengar takes the number one position, delivering more damage than any Ghost or Dark type.

Do remember that Dawn Wings Necrozma is bulkier and does not take super-effective damage from Psychic moves, so it can often lead Mega Gengar. All things said and done, Mega Gengar is the ultimate Ghost type that also leaves Dark types behind in pursuit of defeating Ghost and Psychic raid battles.

📈 Should you max out Mega Gengar?

A resounding YES! Ghost is one of the most valuable types in Pokémon GO, known for beating Ghost and Psychic raid bosses (quite common among Legendaries).

Shadow Rider Calyrex doesn't have as much attacking ability as Mega Gengar and even with a perfect moveset from all available moves in Pokémon GO, it won't cross Mega Gengar in DPS rankings.

It has a signature attack called Astral Barrage, and even if that move is OP, Mega Gengar will keep dominating as one of the best Ghost Pokémon.

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
GhostGhost-type
PoisonPoison-type
Great League: Mega EditionGreat League: Mega Edition
Ultra League: Mega EditionUltra League: Mega Edition
Master League: Mega EditionMaster League: Mega Edition

Mega Gengar Type Chart

Mega Gengar takes increased damage from:Mega Gengar takes increased damage from:

DarkDark160.0%
GhostGhost160.0%
GroundGround160.0%
PsychicPsychic160.0%

Mega Gengar takes reduced damage from:Mega Gengar takes reduced damage from:

FightingFighting24.4%
BugBug39.1%
NormalNormal39.1%
PoisonPoison39.1%
FairyFairy62.5%
GrassGrass62.5%

Mega Gengar best moveset

Moves

Lick + Sludge Bomb

Mega Gengar's best Poison-type moveset is Lick / Sludge Bomb, with 20.76 DPS and 405.9 TDO. These moves are boosted by Fog and Cloudy weather. Mega Gengar ranks #2 (SS Tier) as a Poison attacker with that moveset.

Lick + Shadow Ball

Mega Gengar's best Ghost-type moveset is Lick / Shadow Ball, with 21.54 DPS and 421.2 TDO. These moves are boosted by Fog weather. Mega Gengar ranks #3 (SS Tier) as a Ghost attacker with that moveset.
1.GhostLickGhostShadow Ball19.1821.54421.2
2.GhostShadow ClawGhostShadow Ball18.5420.82407.0
3.GhostLickPoisonSludge Bomb18.4820.76405.9
4.DarkSucker PunchGhostShadow Ball18.3220.58402.4
5.GhostHexGhostShadow Ball18.1920.44399.6
6.GhostShadow ClawPoisonSludge Bomb17.9420.15394.1
7.DarkSucker PunchPoisonSludge Bomb17.5519.72385.6
8.GhostHexPoisonSludge Bomb17.4019.55382.3

Fast Attacks

  • DarkSucker Punch560.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Sucker Punch
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage5
    Energy6
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.1s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage8
    Energy7

    Effects
    Sucker Punch has no special effects.
    See Sucker Punch details page ↗
  • GhostLick *560.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Lick
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • DarkDark
    • 39.1%
      • NormalNormal
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage5
    Energy6
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.2s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage3
    Energy3

    Effects
    Lick has no special effects.
    See Lick details page ↗
  • GhostShadow Claw640.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Shadow Claw
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • DarkDark
    • 39.1%
      • NormalNormal
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage6
    Energy4
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.1s - 0.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage6
    Energy8

    Effects
    Shadow Claw has no special effects.
    See Shadow Claw details page ↗
  • GhostHex8131.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Hex
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • DarkDark
    • 39.1%
      • NormalNormal
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage8
    Energy13
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 1.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage7
    Energy13

    Effects
    Hex has no special effects.
    See Hex details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • DarkDark Pulse *80503.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Dark Pulse
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage80
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window1.4s - 2.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage80
    Energy45

    Effects
    Dark Pulse has no special effects.
    See Dark Pulse details page ↗
  • FightingFocus Blast1401003.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Focus Blast
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage140
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration3.5s
    Damage window3.0s - 3.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage150
    Energy75

    Effects
    Focus Blast has no special effects.
    See Focus Blast details page ↗
  • FightingDrain Punch50332.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Drain Punch
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage50
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.1s - 1.6s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage40
    Energy40

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Drain Punch has a 100.0% chance to:

    • Increase User's Defense by 25.0%
    See Drain Punch details page ↗
  • GhostShadow Punch *35331.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Shadow Punch
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • DarkDark
    • 39.1%
      • NormalNormal
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage35
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration1.5s
    Damage window1.1s - 1.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage55
    Energy35

    Effects
    Shadow Punch has no special effects.
    See Shadow Punch details page ↗
  • GhostShadow Ball100503.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Shadow Ball
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • DarkDark
    • 39.1%
      • NormalNormal
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage100
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window2.4s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage90
    Energy50

    Effects
    Shadow Ball has no special effects.
    See Shadow Ball details page ↗
  • PoisonSludge Bomb85502.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Sludge Bomb
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • FairyFairy
    • 62.5%
      • PoisonPoison
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • GhostGhost
    • 39.1%
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage85
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.3s - 2.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage80
    Energy50

    Effects
    Sludge Bomb has no special effects.
    See Sludge Bomb details page ↗
  • PoisonSludge Wave *1051003.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Sludge Wave
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GrassGrass
      • FairyFairy
    • 62.5%
      • PoisonPoison
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • GhostGhost
    • 39.1%
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage105
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window1.8s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage110
    Energy65

    Effects
    Sludge Wave has no special effects.
    See Sludge Wave details page ↗
  • PsychicPsychic *95503.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Psychic
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • PoisonPoison
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 39.1%
      • DarkDark
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage95
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window1.5s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage75
    Energy55

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Psychic has a 10.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
    See Psychic details page ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

The following chart shows Mega Gengar's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Mega Gengar's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

Legacy Elite Fast and Charged Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charged TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Mega Gengar has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

Mega Gengar CP Chart

CP Chart

Mega Gengar reaches a maximum of 4,336 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 2,379–2,477 CP, rising to 2,974–3,097 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,784–1,858 CP.

Max CPMax CP4336 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch1784 CP - 1858 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs2379 CP - 2477 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids2379 CP - 2477 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
2974 CP - 3097 CP
Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
InfoMore information
  • Field and Special Research encounters are always Level 15. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Field Research encounters have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
  • Pokémon hatched from Eggs are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Egg Hatches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
  • Raid Bosses caught without weather boost are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
    • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
  • Raid Bosses caught with weather boost are always Level 25. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
    • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
  • Wild encounters range from Level 1 to Level 30 Pokémon. Their IVs range from 0 (min) to 15 (max) for each stat.
  • Weather Boosted wild Pokémon encounters get a 5 Level boost, bringing their Level range to Level 6 to Level 35. In addition, they have a guaranteed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

Max Combat Power per Level chart

Mega Gengar Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
161 CP2192 CP3323 CP
4454 CP5584 CP6715 CP
7846 CP8977 CP91108 CP
101239 CP111363 CP121487 CP
131610 CP141734 CP151858 CP
161982 CP172106 CP182230 CP
192353 CP202477 CP212601 CP
222725 CP232849 CP242973 CP
253097 CP263221 CP273345 CP
283469 CP293593 CP303717 CP
313778 CP323840 CP333902 CP
343964 CP354026 CP364088 CP
374150 CP384212 CP394274 CP
404336 CP414391 CP424446 CP
434502 CP444558 CP454614 CP
464671 CP474728 CP484786 CP
494844 CP504902 CP

Pokédex information

Kanto
Pokédex Number#94
Height1.4 m
Weight40.5 kg
RegionGeneration 1
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance3 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate5%
Catch rewards
Candy10
Stardust500
Additional Move Cost
Candy50
Stardust50000
Mega Energy reward
For walking as a Buddy
Candy15 Mega Energy

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
GastlyGastly
  • 25 Candy25 Candy
HaunterHaunter
HaunterHaunter
  • 100 Candy100 Candy
  • Trade Icon0 Candy if traded
GengarGengar
GengarGengar
  • 200 / 40 Energy (Mega Evolution)200 / 40 Energy (Mega Evolution)
Mega Gengar (Mega)Mega Gengar
  • Gastly evolves into Haunter which costs 25 Candy.
  • Haunter evolves into Gengar which costs 100 Candy.
  • Gengar can transform into Mega Gengar through Mega Evolution. This costs 200 energy the first time and 40 energy each subsequent time.

Mega Pokémon that boost Mega Gengar

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A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Mega Gengar's Ghost and Poison-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Mega Gengar.

Ghost Ghost

Poison Poison

Pokédex informationMore information

Mega and Primal Raid Bonus –Mega Pokémon boost the attack power of all other Pokémon when battling in Raid Battles by 10%. Attacks that share their type with the Mega Pokémon's type(s) receive a 30% boost. However, these bonuses do not stack if there are multiple Mega-Evolved Pokémon battling simultaneously; only the higher boost will be applied.

Mega and Primal Catch Bonus –While a Pokémon is Mega-Evolved, additional XP and Candy is granted when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it, or for any raid boss caught. These do not stack with each other. Additionally, High and Max Level Mega-Evolved Pokémon grant an increased chance to obtain Candy XL when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it.

Note on Primal Kyogre, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza
  • Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
  • Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.
  • Mega Rayquaza boosts Flying-, Dragon- and Psychic-type attacks and Pokémon.

Power-up costs

StardustCandyCandy XL
LVL 50520,000 Stardust304 Mega Gengar Candy296 Mega Gengar Candy XL
LVL 40280,000 Stardust304 Mega Gengar Candy10 Mega Gengar Candy XL
LVL 35190,000 Stardust196 Mega Gengar Candy-
LVL 30125,000 Stardust126 Mega Gengar Candy-
LVL 2580,000 Stardust87 Mega Gengar Candy-
LVL 2047,500 Stardust58 Mega Gengar Candy-
LVL 1525,500 Stardust38 Mega Gengar Candy-
LVL 1011,000 Stardust19 Mega Gengar Candy-
LVL 53,000 Stardust9 Mega Gengar Candy-

Mega Gengar Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Mega Gengar from Level 1 to Level 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and 50. It will cost you 520,000 Stardust, 304 Candy, and 296 Candy XL to fully power up Mega Gengar in Pokémon GO.

Mega Gengar family

A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Mega Gengar in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.

GastlyGastly
HaunterHaunter
GengarGengar
Dynamax Gastly (Dynamax)Dynamax Gastly
Dynamax Haunter (Dynamax)Dynamax Haunter
Dynamax Gengar (Dynamax)Dynamax Gengar
Gigantamax Gengar (Gigantamax)Gigantamax Gengar
Mega Gengar (Mega)Mega Gengar
Shadow Gastly (Shadow)Shadow Gastly
Shadow Haunter (Shadow)Shadow Haunter
Shadow Gengar (Shadow)Shadow Gengar

Size information

XXSXSMXLXXL
Mega Gengar (Mega)Mega Gengar (Mega)Mega Gengar (Mega)Scaled Human Trainer to 170 cmMega Gengar (Mega)Mega Gengar (Mega)
0.69 m0.7 m1.4 m2.1 m2.17 m

Mega Gengar's height ranges from 0.69 m to 2.17 m, with the average being 1.4 m. The illustration shows a comparison with a 1.70 m (5′07″) tall Trainer. Max height has been limited to 450px for rendering purposes.

Size bounds

This table shows the size bounds of Mega Gengar in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

SizeLower boundUpper bound
XXS0.686 m0.7 m
2′03″2′04″
XS0.7 m1.4 m
2′04″4′07″
M1.05 m1.75 m
3′05″5′09″
XL1.75 m2.1 m
5′09″6′11″
XXL2.1 m2.17 m
6′11″7′01″

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
Movement Timer14s
Jump Time2s
Attack Probability10.0%
Attack Timer5s
Dodge Probability15.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance1
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

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Regular and Shiny Mega Gengar

Mega Gengar high resolution sprites

A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Mega Gengar. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

Official artwork

Mega Gengar Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

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Mega Gengar Pokédex entries

Kanto
VersionsPokédex entry
Red, BlueUnder a full moon, this POKéMON likes to mimic the shadows of people and laugh at their fright.
YellowA GENGAR is close by if you feel a sudden chill. It may be trying to lay a curse on you.
GoldIt steals heat from its surround­ ings. If you feel a sudden chill, it is certain that a GENGAR appeared.
SilverTo steal the life of its target, it slips into the prey's shadow and silently waits for an opportunity.
CrystalHiding in people's shadows at night, it absorbs their heat. The chill it causes makes the victims shake.
Ruby, SapphireSometimes, on a dark night, your shadow thrown by a streetlight will suddenly and startlingly overtake you. It is actually a GENGAR running past you, pretending to be your shadow.
EmeraldDeep in the night, your shadow cast by a streetlight may suddenly overtake you. It is actually a GENGAR running past you, pretending to be your shadow.
FireRedIt is said to emerge from darkness to steal the lives of those who become lost in mountains.
LeafGreenOn the night of a full moon, if shadows move on their own and laugh, it must be GENGAR’s doing.
DiamondIt hides in shadows. It is said that if GENGAR is hiding, it cools the area by nearly 10 degrees F.
PearlLurking in the shadowy corners of rooms, it awaits chances to steal its prey’s life force.
PlatinumThe leer that floats in darkness belongs to a GENGAR delighting in casting curses on people.
HeartGoldIt steals heat from its surroundings. If you feel a sudden chill, it is certain that a GENGAR appeared.
SoulSilverTo steal the life of its target, it slips into the prey’s shadow and silently waits for an opportunity.
Black, White, Black 2, White 2The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a Gengar delighting in casting curses on people.
XIt hides in shadows. It is said that if Gengar is hiding, it cools the area by nearly 10 degrees Fahrenheit.
YHiding in people’s shadows at night, it absorbs their heat. The chill it causes makes the victims shake.
Omega Ruby, Alpha SapphireSometimes, on a dark night, your shadow thrown by a streetlight will suddenly and startlingly overtake you. It is actually a Gengar running past you, pretending to be your shadow.
SunShould you feel yourself attacked by a sudden chill, it is evidence of an approaching Gengar. There is no escaping it. Give up.
MoonIt apparently wishes for a traveling companion. Since it was once human itself, it tries to create one by taking the lives of other humans.
Ultra SunYou can hear tales told all over the world about how Gengar will pay a visit to children who are naughty.
Ultra MoonEven your home isn’t safe. Gengar will lurk in whatever dark corner of a room it can find and wait for its chance to catch its prey.
Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!A Gengar is close by if you feel a sudden chill. It may be trying to lay a curse on you.
SwordOn the night of a full moon, if shadows move on their own and laugh, it must be Gengar’s doing.
ShieldIt is said to emerge from darkness to steal the lives of those who become lost in mountains.
Legends: ArceusPossesses potential victims' shadows in an effort to steal away the victims' lives. If your shadow begins to laugh, you must take hold of a protective charm posthaste!

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Mega Gengar’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Ghost and Poison-type Pokémon, Mega Gengar is weak to Dark, Ghost, Ground, and Psychic-type moves.

What are the best moves for Mega Gengar in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Mega Gengar in Pokémon GO are Lick and Shadow Ball. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 21.54 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 421.199.

How does Mega Gengar perform in Raids?

Mega Gengar can be useful in specific Raid matchups but has limited effectiveness. Ranks #27 as a Raid attacker.

How does Mega Gengar rank as a Ghost-type attacker?

Mega Gengar is an SS-Tier Ghost-type attacker, ranking at number #3 and providing exceptional value due to its strong stats and effective moveset.

How does Mega Gengar rank as a Poison-type attacker?

Mega Gengar is an SS-Tier Poison-type attacker, ranking at number #2 and providing exceptional value due to its strong stats and effective moveset.

What Mega Pokémon boost Mega Gengar?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Mega Gengar: Mega Gengar, Mega Sableye, Mega Banette, Mega Venusaur, Mega Beedrill, Mega Victreebel, and Mega Gengar.

What is Mega Gengar’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

Mega Gengar’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 4336 CP and 4902 CP at Level 50.

Can Mega Gengar be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Mega Gengar can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Mega Gengar Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Mega Gengar cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.