Psychic-type Legendary Cresselia is one of the most powerful Pokemon that can be found in Pokemon Go. Those who have the opportunity to get one through a Raid, however, will need to come prepared. Here’s a breakdown of Cresselia’s weaknesses and how to counter them.
The fourth generation of Pokemon introduced fans of the franchise to Cresselia, a Psychic-type Legendary that can hold its own in Pokemon Go.
Pokemon Go trainers will have the ability to acquire one through a Raid, as it is coming back during the upcoming 5-Star Raids from February 20, 2024, until February 21, 2024, and coming back for a longer period from February 26, 2024, until March 1, 2024.
It will also be featured during the Raid Hour on both February 20, 2024, and February 28, 2024, so players will have plenty of chances to take Cresselia down. To help you out, here’s a breakdown of the Legendary’s weaknesses, as well as the proper counters to easily defeat it in the game.
Contents
- Cresselia weaknesses in Pokemon Go
- Cresselia counters in Pokemon Go
- How to get Cresselia in Pokemon Go
Cresselia weaknesses in Pokemon Go
Since Cresselia is a Psychic-type Pokemon, this Legendary is weak to Bug, Ghost, and Dark-type moves in Pokemon Go.
Cresselia does, however, resist Psychic and Fighting-type moves, so avoid using those attacks when you face it in battle.
Cresselia counters in Pokemon Go
Here’s a look at several Pokemon that are among the best counters for Cresselia in Raids in Pokemon Go:
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| POKEMON | BEST MOVESET | |
|---|---|---|
| Mega Gengar | Lick & Shadow Ball | |
| Mega Tyranitar | Bite & Brutal Swing | |
| Mega Banette | Shadow Claw & Shadow Ball | |
| Mega Houndoom | Snarl & Foul Play | |
| Gholdengo | Hex & Shadow Ball | |
| Darkrai | Snarl & Shadow Ball | |
| Hydreigon | Bite & Brutal Swing | |
| Chandelure | Hex & Shadow Ball | |
| Volcarona | Bug Bite & Bug Buzz | |
| Genesect (Normal) | Fury Cutter & X-Scissor |
Obviously, not everyone will have access to a Legendary like Darkrai or Mega Evolutions to defeat Cresselia. Just make sure to take leveled-up Dark, Ghost, or Bug Pokemon that have access to the powerful moves from above.
How to get Cresselia in Pokemon Go
Players who are able to conquer the Cresselia Raids in Pokemon Go will be able to add the Psychic-type Legendary to their collection, and thanks to its many appearances, trainers will have plenty of chances to do so.
Cresselia will join 5-Star Raid battles for 24 hours starting February 20, 2024, and will come back for a longer period from February 26, 2024, until March 1, 2024.
Also, you’ll be able to face it during Raid Hour on February 20, 2024, and then again on February 28, 2024, as well as Heatran.
Now that you know how to handle Cresselia in Raids make sure to take a look at some of our other Pokemon Go guides.
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