To get Mewtwo in Pokémon GO in 2025, the primary method is to participate in five-star Legendary Raid Battles when Mewtwo is featured in the rotation. Mewtwo periodically returns in special raid events such as Pokémon GO Fest, Psychic Spectacular events, or special raid weeks. You will need Raid Passes or Remote Raid Passes to join these raids. After defeating Mewtwo in a raid, you get an opportunity to catch it using Premier Balls, and using Golden Razz Berries and excellent curveball throws improves your chances. Other ways to get Mewtwo include completing Mewtwo-themed special research tasks during events, rescuing Shadow Mewtwo by defeating Team GO Rocket's Giovanni, trading with friends (this costs a significant amount of Stardust), and joining remote raids if you cannot find local Mewtwo raids. Mewtwo is weak to Bug, Dark, and Ghost-type Pokémon, so using such counters in battle is recommended. Mewtwo is harder to catch and might escape multiple times, so be prepared with plenty of Ultra Balls and Golden Razz Berries. Check the in-game event calendar and announcements to know when Mewtwo will be available in raids next. Summary of key methods:
- Defeat Mewtwo in five-star Legendary Raids during special event rotations
- Complete special research tasks featuring Mewtwo
- Defeat Giovanni to catch Shadow Mewtwo
- Trade with friends who have Mewtwo
- Use Remote Raid Passes to join Mewtwo raids remotely when available
Tips for catching Mewtwo:
- Use Golden Razz Berries before throwing Poké Balls
- Aim for Excellent curveball throws
- Wait for Mewtwo’s attack animation before throwing
- Raid with friends to get more Premier Balls
- Consider weather boosts (Clear weather boosts Mewtwo’s CP and catch rate)
Mewtwo is expected to return during major events such as GO Fest, anniversary celebrations, or Psychic-themed events in mid-to-late 2025.