Pokemon Go Mega Ascension: Choosing Between Mega Chesnaught, Mega Delphox, and Mega Greninja
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
Polygon breaks down the latest Pokemon Go Mega Ascension event, comparing the combat stats, shiny bonuses, and deluxe pass rewards for Mega Chesnaught, Mega Delphox, and Mega Greninja.
As Pokémon Go rolls out the Mega Ascension lead up to the Go Fest 2026 Mega Finale event, players are immediately faced with a crucial decision. You must choose one of three powerful partners. The options include Mega Chesnaught, Mega Delphox, and Mega Greninja. Making this choice unlocks instant research rewards and opens up the Go Pass: Mega Finale path. Because these specific Pokémon will not appear in Mega Raids during the weekend event, your initial choice carries heavy weight for your collection.
Polygon reports that if you plan on grabbing the $14.99 deluxe pass, your decision should largely come down to personal preference and cosmetic rewards. The deluxe track grants an increased shiny chance for your chosen partner, plenty of encounters, enough Mega Energy to instantly reach Mega Level, and an exclusive in-game avatar shirt at rank 40 featuring your chosen evolved starter. It is a streamlined way to secure your favorite without grinding traditional raids.
However, if you want to optimize your raid parties and battle league setups, the meta choice is clear. According to data from Dialgadex, Mega Delphox takes the crown as the strongest option of the trio. It boasts significantly higher damage output than the others and even claims the title of the strongest fire type attacker in the game, outpacing heavyweights like Mega Blaziken and both forms of Mega Charizard. Meanwhile, Mega Chesnaught and Mega Greninja land behind top tier grass and water options like Kartana and Primal Kyogre, making Mega Delphox the undisputed powerhouse of the group.
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Original article: Polygon