To beat Primal Kyogre Raids in Pokemon GO, you will ideally want to battle it with a group of at least six high-level Pokemon Trainers.
Additionally, each of these trainers should also be using strong Kyogre counters.
What Type is Primal Kyogre?
Primal Kyogre is a Water-type Pokemon, just like the standard version of this Legendary ‘Mon.
This makes it very simple to counter as it has two weaknesses and four resistances.

Primal Kyogre Weaknesses
Primal Kyogre has two weaknesses which you can exploit in Pokemon GO to deal massive damage. They are:
- Electric
- Grass
Both Electric and Grass-type attacks deal 160% damage to Primal Kyogre, making these types the best options to take down this powerful boss!
Primal Kyogre Resistances
Primal Kyogre resists attacks of four different types in Pokemon GO:
- Fire
- Ice
- Steel
- Water
The above attack types each deal 63% damage to Primal Kyogre, meaning you should avoid taking Pokemon of these types when taking it on in Raid battles.

Best Pokemon to Counter Primal Kyogre in Raids
The best Pokemon to counter Primal Kyogre in Pokemon GO Raids include Kartana, Xurkitree, Zarude, and Zekrom, as they have powerful Grass or Electric-type attacks.
We also suggest you use one a Grass-type or Electric-Type Mega Pokemon to boost your attacks of those types and make the Raid easier.
These are the top 10 Pokemon to use in Primal Kyogre Raids:
Pokemon | Image | Fast Attack | Charged Attack |
---|---|---|---|
Mega Sceptile | ![]() | Bullet Seed | Frenzy Plant |
Mega Manectric | ![]() | Thunder Fang | Wild Charge |
Mega Venusaur | ![]() | Vine Whip | Frenzy Plant |
Kartana | ![]() | Razor Leaf | Leaf Blade |
Xurkitree | ![]() | Spark | Discharge |
Zekrom | ![]() | Charge Beam | Fusion Bolt |
Zarude | ![]() | Vine Whip | Frenzy Plant |
Raikou | ![]() | Thunder Shock | Wild Charge |
Therian Forme Thundurus | ![]() | Volt Switch | Thunderbolt |
Chesnaught | ![]() | Vine Whip | Frenzy Plant |

When is Primal Kyogre in Pokemon GO Raids?
Primal Kyogre is in Pokemon GO Raids from August 23 – 26, 2023.
Additionally, it will be available to battle during the 2023 GO Fest: Global event at the following times:
- August 26: 10 AM – 6 PM
- August 27: 10 AM – 11 AM