Armored Mewtwo is all set to return to Pokemon GO next weekend as part of the Pokemon GO Mega Finale event. The unique Pokemon is a reference to Pokemon: The First Movie – Mewtwo Strikes Back, where Mewtwo had a suit of armor while being used by Giovanni. The armor’s design is taken from the 2019 film, Pokemon: Mewtwo Strikes Back – Evolution (a CGI remake of the 1998 film).
While its battle prowess in Pokemon GO is questionable, Armored Mewtwo has been an elusive catch and the subject of plenty of trainer trades.
Armored Mewtwo return date in Pokemon GO, how to encounter, and more
Armored Mewtwo will be available in Pokemon GO on September 5 and September 6, 2026. You will be able to encounter it in five-star raids on both days from 10 am local time to 6 pm local time.
Armored Mewtwo was first launched back in July 2019 and then returned for Pokemon Day 2020. The raid boss had a CP of 41299 and 1821 or 2276 (weather-boosted) once caught.
Will Shiny Armored Mewtwo be available in Pokemon GO Mega Finale?
No, Shiny Armored Mewtwo will not be available in Pokemon GO Mega Finale. Scopely has already confirmed this in their official announcement of the special ‘mon’s return.
Not having the shiny variant debut alongside Armored Mewtwo’s return feels like a missed opportunity, given that the variant is not as effective in battles as base Mewtwo (usually having a niche in Ultra League) and cannot mega evolve either.
Armored Mewtwo’s position as one of the rarest and most sought-after trade Pokemon will drop once next weekend rolls in. With the third return of the variant, a lot more Pokemon GO players will be able to pick it up. Keep an eye out for our 5-star raid guide to have an easier time tackling it.
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Edited by Angshuman Dutta