Pokémon Go Mega Steelix counters, weaknesses and moveset explained

Mega Steelix is the Mega Evolved form of Steelix, the Iron Snake Pokémon, and is available in Pokémon Go. Initially, it was a thrilling addition as one of the first Steel-type Mega Evolutions, but it has since been overshadowed by others like Mega Aggron and Mega Scizor. With the impending introduction of Mega Metagross, Mega Steelix has become more of a Dex filler than a competitive choice.

Similar to all Mega Evolutions, Mega Steelix cannot be caught directly. Players must defeat it in Mega Raids to earn enough Mega Steelix Energy required for a temporary evolution. Below, you’ll find valuable information on Mega Steelix’s counters and weaknesses to enhance your chances of success in Pokémon Go. Remember, you’ll need to have a Steelix in your Pokémon storage to perform its Mega Evolution.

Mega Steelix Counters and Weaknesses

The quickest way to gather Mega Steelix Energy is by defeating it in a Mega Raid. Here’s what you need to know about its counters and weaknesses:

• Mega Steelix Types: Steel and Ground-type
• Mega Steelix Weaknesses: Fire, Fighting, Ground, and Water-type attacks
• Mega Steelix Resistances: Poison, Electric, Rock, Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Normal, Psychic, and Steel-type attacks
• Top Mega Counters: Primal Groudon with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades is your best option, followed by Primal Kyogre, Mega Blaziken, Mega Charizard Y, Mega Swampert, Mega Garchomp, and Mega Blastoise.
• Notable Non-Mega Counters: Shadow Excadrill is highly effective, along with Terrakion. Shadow Blaziken, Reshiram, Shadow Swampert, and Shadow Garchomp are also strong choices. If none of these are available, an army of Machamp can also work, but you’ll need several trainers to succeed.
• Number of Players Required: A minimum of four trainers with optimal Level 40 counters is necessary, but aiming for 7-11 players will ensure a comfortable victory.
• Tactics: Focus on your strongest Ground and Fighting-type Pokémon, as they will deal the most damage. If you lack these, bring your best Fire, Fighting, Ground, and Water-type attackers.

Mega Steelix CP in Pokémon Go

Below are the CP levels relevant for battling Mega Steelix and catching Steelix post-fight:

• Mega Steelix Raid CP: 39,825 CP
• CP Range for Catching Steelix: 2010 to 2097 CP
• Weather Boost (Snow/Sunny): 2512 to 2622 CP

Best Mega Steelix Moveset in Pokémon Go

Mega Steelix, while a Steel and Ground-type attacker, doesn’t quite measure up to its competition in the same categories. However, for newcomers or those lacking a diverse roster of Steel-type Mega Pokémon, having a Mega Steelix on your team can still be beneficial. The recommended moves for Mega Steelix are Iron Tail (Fast) and Heavy Slam (Charged).

For those looking to maximize Mega Steelix’s performance, here are all its Fast and Charged moves:

Fast Moves:

• Dragon Tail (Dragon)
• Iron Tail (Steel)
• Thunder Fang (Electric)

Charged Moves:

• Earthquake (Ground)
• Heavy Slam (Steel)
• Crunch (Dark)
• Psychic Fangs (Psychic)
• Breaking Swipe (Dragon)

Everything We Know About Steelix

The Iron Snake Pokémon, Steelix, is intriguing due to its unique design—a snake made of rock that evolves into a metallic form when fused with a Metal Coat. This concept may sound simplistic, but it adds to its charm.

For more insight into the Steelix evolution line, here are the official Pokédex entries:

• Onix: ‘As it digs through the ground, it absorbs many hard objects. This is what makes its body so solid.’
• Steelix: ‘It is said that if an Onix lives for over 100 years, its composition changes to become diamond-like.’
• Mega Steelix: ‘Steelix lives even further underground than Onix. This Pokémon is known to dig toward the Earth’s core. There are records of this Pokémon reaching a depth of over six-tenths of a mile underground.’

Interestingly, shiny Steelix was introduced in June 2019, which means Mega Steelix also has a shiny variant that appears golden, much to the delight of collectors.

Good luck defeating Mega Steelix in Pokémon Go!