The
Pokemon GO Battle League Might and Mastery Season 22 balance changes are set to bring a significant shift to the Great and Ultra League meta. With multiple move buffs, nerfs, and changes in move availability, certain Pokemon that once dominated may see their effectiveness drop, while new contenders rise in power. These changes go live on
March 4, 2025, at 1 PM PT as part of the
Might & Mastery season.
Here’s a detailed look at all the Pokemon GO Battle League Might and Mastery balance changes in Season 22.
Pokemon GO Battle League Might and Mastery: All move buffs and nerfs in Season 22
Several moves have been tweaked in terms of energy cost, power, and additional effects. The biggest buffs include
Aqua Jet,
Sludge,
Hex, and
Rock Tomb, while
Rollout and
Night Shade received nerfs that could impact their effectiveness.
Move power and energy adjustments
Move
| Old Power
| New Power
| Change
|
Psyshock
| -
| -
| Energy cost decreased
|
Dazzling Gleam
| 110
| 90
| Power decreased, energy cost lowered
|
Aqua Jet
| 45
| 70
| Power increased, energy cost lowered
|
Dynamic Punch
| -
| -
| Energy cost decreased
|
Sludge
| 50
| 70
| Power increased
|
Hex
| 6
| 7
| Power increased, energy generation increased
|
Acrobatics
| -
| -
| Energy cost decreased
|
Air Cutter
| 60
| 45
| Power decreased, energy cost lowered, chance to increase Attack
|
Rock Tomb
| 70
| 80
| Power increased, energy cost lowered, guarantees Attack debuff
|
Rollout
| 8
| 7
| Power decreased
|
Night Shade
| 80
| 70
| Power decreased
|
Foul Play
| 70
| 60
| Power decreased, energy cost lowered
|
Discharge
| 65
| 55
| Power decreased, energy cost lowered
|
These changes will impact several battle strategies, particularly with
Rock Tomb’s guaranteed debuff and
Air Cutter’s chance to boost Attack.
Pokemon GO Battle League Might and Mastery: All move availability updates in Season 22
Season 22 also introduces new moves to various Pokemon, significantly affecting their viability in battle.
New moves for select Pokemon
Pokemon
| New Move(s)
|
Piloswine, Mamoswine
| Icicle Spear
|
Togetic, Togekiss, Reuniclus, Bruxish
| Psyshock
|
Venomoth, Lapras, Grumpig
| Psywave
|
Grumpig, Dusknoir
| Dynamic Punch
|
Furret, Linoone, Drampa
| Swift
|
Linoone, Furret, Florges
| Trailblaze
|
Sableye
| Dazzling Gleam
|
Ribombee
| Charm
|
Blastoise, Weezing, Wailmer, Wailord, Glalie
| Rollout
|
Cradily
| Rock Tomb
|
Bombirdier
| Rock Tomb, Sucker Punch
|
Swampert, Swalot
| Sludge
|
Dragalge
| Sludge Bomb
|
Roserade
| Poison Sting
|
Mightyena, Bellibolt
| Sucker Punch
|
are among the biggest winners of these updates, gaining powerful moves that will strengthen their presence in competitive play.
Pokemon GO Battle League Might and Mastery balance changes: Impact on the Season 22 meta
With these changes, players can expect a
shake-up in the meta. Some of the key takeaways include:
•
Aqua Jet’s buff makes water-type Pokemon using this move more viable in PvP.
•
Rock Tomb’s guaranteed Attack debuff makes it a solid option for defensive strategies.
•
Rollout nerf weakens Normal-type Pokemon like
Dunsparce and Miltank.
•
Night Shade’s power reduction will likely decrease the effectiveness of
Galarian Corsola.
Trainers will need to
adjust their teams and strategies accordingly to stay competitive in the
Might & Mastery season.
Also read:
Pokemon GO Battle League Might and Mastery: All rewards, Season 22 schedule, and more For more
Pokemon GO Battle League guides, updates, and strategies, stay tuned!
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