How to get and use Mega Energy in Pokemon Go

In Pokémon Go, one of the goals is to evolve all Pokémon found and caught in wild encounters and Raids to strengthen them. The next step is to make it possible for them to do a Mega Evolution, which makes them even stronger by increasing their combat power, boosting their move sets, and changing their type.

To do that, however, you’ll need a resource called Mega Energy—and a lot of it. But what is it, how do you get it, and what is the fastest way to get it? Here’s everything you need to know about Mega Energy.

What is Mega Energy in Pokémon Go?

Mega Energy is a consumable resource in Pokémon Go. It is similar to Pokémon Candy in the sense that there’s a specific one for each Pokémon. Unlike Pokémon Candy, however, each type of Mega Energy caps out at 9,999. Its sole purpose is to make it possible for that Pokémon to do a Mega Evolution.

How to get Mega Energy in Pokémon Go

Mega Energy for a specific Pokémon can be collected in three ways:

• Defeating Mega Pokémon in Mega Raids
• Completing Research Tasks
• Walking around with a Buddy Pokémon whose Evolutionary Line has experienced Mega Evolution in the past

What is the fastest way to get Mega Energy in Pokémon Go?

The fastest and most consistent way to get Mega Energy in Pokémon Go is by defeating Mega Pokémon in Mega Raids. Not only does it reward you with the most, but the faster you defeat it, the more Mega Energy you’ll receive.

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If you’d prefer a more pacifistic approach, the Buddy Pokémon method is quicker than completing Research Tasks. You’ll receive five Mega Energy per kilometer walked, which isn’t too bad all things considered.

How to use Mega Energy in Pokémon Go

Using Mega Energy in Pokémon Go is simple. First, use the “Can Mega Evolve” tag in the search field to find out which of your Pokémon can Mega Evolve. To do that, tap the Main Menu button on the Map View, then tap the Pokémon button and tap the Magnifying Glass button at the top of the list. After that, tap the Can Mega Evolve button and choose a Pokémon on the list. You can see how much Mega Energy will be needed in order for it to Mega Evolve beneath the Power Up tab.

Tap on the Mega Evolve tab, then tap yes on the prompt that follows. It will Mega Evolve right after, and stay that way for eight hours.

Just remember only one Pokémon can be Mega Evolved at any given time, so if you Mega Evolve a second one, the first one will return to its normal state.