Mega Tyranitar is a formidable raid boss in Pokémon GO’s 5-Star Mega Raids, requiring strategic counters to exploit its vulnerabilities effectively.
Known as a top-tier Dark-type attacker with exceptional Attack stats and solid CP and Defense, Mega Tyranitar demands a carefully chosen team to deplete its relatively high but manageable HP pool.
Let’s explore Mega Tyranitar’s weaknesses and resistances to identify the best Pokémon to defeat it in Pokémon GO.
Mega Tyranitar Weaknesses & Type Effectiveness
As a Rock- and Dark-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO, Mega Tyranitar is vulnerable to Bug-, Fairy-, Fighting-, Grass-, Ground-, Steel-, and Water-type moves. Fighting-type attacks are the most effective, dealing 256% super-effective damage, while other weaknesses inflict 160% damage.
Despite its vulnerabilities, Mega Tyranitar resists many types, taking only 39% damage from Psychic-type moves and 63% from Dark-, Fire-, Flying-, Ghost-, Normal-, and Poison-type attacks.
| Pokémon | Type | Weaknesses | Strong Against | Resistances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Mega Tyranitar | Rock/Dark | Fighting Bug Fairy Water Grass Ground Steel | Fire Ice Flying Bug Psychic Ghost Rock Steel Fairy Grass | Normal Fire Poison Flying Ghost Dark |
With seven weaknesses, Mega Tyranitar can still counter many Pokémon of those types using its diverse moveset in Pokémon GO.
Equipped with Steel-type Iron Tail as a Fast Attack and Fire Blast as a Charged Move, alongside its Dark- and Rock-type moves, Mega Tyranitar can counter Bug-, Fairy-, Grass-, and Steel-type Pokémon targeting its weaknesses.
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Top Mega Tyranitar Counters in Pokémon GO
The most effective counters for Mega Tyranitar in Pokémon GO are high-Attack Fighting-type Pokémon like Keldeo, Conkeldurr, and Machamp. Below is a table of top counters with their optimal movesets:
| Pokémon | Fast Move | Charged Move |
|---|---|---|
 Keldeo (Resolute or base form) | Low Kick | Sacred Sword |
 Machamp | Counter | Dynamic Punch |
 Hariyama | Counter | Dynamic Punch |
 Mega Blaziken | Counter | Focus Blast |
 Conkeldurr | Counter | Dynamic Punch |
 Toxicroak | Counter | Dynamic Punch |
 Mega Gallade (or base form) | Low Kick | Close Combat |
 Mega Lopunny | Double Kick | Focus Blast |
 Galarian Zapdos | Counter | Close Combat |
 Meloetta (Pirouette form) | Low Kick | Close Combat |
If Fighting-type Pokémon are scarce, Water- and Ground-type Pokémon serve as reliable alternatives, though they deal less damage against Mega Tyranitar.
Regardless of the Fighting-, Water-, or Ground-type moves used, ensure your Pokémon match the move type to gain the 20% STAB (same-type attack bonus), which is vital for tackling tough 5-Star Mega Raid bosses like Mega Tyranitar.
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Can Mega Tyranitar Be Shiny in Pokémon GO?
Yes, Mega Tyranitar can appear as a Shiny after defeating it in Pokémon GO 5-Star Mega Raids.
However, encountering a Shiny Mega Tyranitar isn’t guaranteed, with current odds at 1 in 128, requiring significant luck to obtain one.
A Larvitar Community Day event could increase your chances of catching a Shiny Larvitar, which can then be evolved into Tyranitar and mega-evolved.
Now that you’re equipped to counter Mega Tyranitar’s weaknesses with Fighting-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO, explore the full February event schedule for more game updates.
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