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Pokémon GO Competitive Guide 2026
Your complete reference for PvP battles, raids, and team building
July 2026 edition · 14 chapters
Chapter 1
Understanding the Competitive Scene
How GBL seasons, ranks, and modern systems (Shadow, Mega, Primal, Dynamax) shape the competitive scene.
Chapter 2
PvP Leagues — Overview & Rules
Great, Ultra, Master, and Premier Cup rules and what each format rewards.
Chapter 3
Current Meta Tier Lists (July 2026)
S-tier picks for Great, Ultra, and Master League as of mid-2026.
Chapter 4
Best Raid Attackers by Type
Type-by-type raid attacker reference with Shadow upgrades and budget options.
Chapter 5
Shadow Pokémon — Complete Guide
When Shadows win, when to purify, and which Shadows are worth building.
Chapter 6
IV Priorities by League
Why IVs flip between capped leagues and Master, plus hunting tips.
Chapter 7
Recommended Movesets
Quick PvP and raid moveset reference for core competitive Pokémon.
Chapter 8
Team Building Strategies
Lead / safe switch / closer roles, coverage, and beginner team cores.
Chapter 9
Weather Boost & Game Mechanics
Weather boosts, STAB, and offensive type effectiveness.
Chapter 10
Stardust, Investment & Seasonal Strategy
What to power up first, Community Day priorities, and GBL season tips.
Chapter 11
Quick Reference Glossary
Competitive terms from GBL and CMP to XL Candy and Dynamax.
Chapter 12
Raid Counters — 5-Star Legendaries
Boss-by-boss counters and movesets for major 5-star legendary raids.
Chapter 13
Raid Counters — Mega, Primal & Ultra Beasts
Mega, Primal, and Ultra Beast counter teams with weakness callouts.
Chapter 14
Stay Current — Resources
Why the meta shifts and which live tools to cross-check.