Securing this rare resource involves participating in specific raid battles and event research tasks.
How to Obtain a Meteorite in Pokémon Go
Because defeating the raid boss does not guarantee a Meteorite drop, completing available research tasks provides a reliable alternative method for acquisition.
During events like Ozone Ascent, Niantic features both free and paid Timed Research lines that offer guaranteed Meteorite rewards. Players must participate during active event windows—typically between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. local time—to claim these timed rewards.
Niantic first introduced Meteorites during Pokémon Go Fest 2023 for attendees at in-person events in London, Osaka, and New York. The items later saw a global rollout during Go Fest 2024 through the Sky High Special Research quest and global raids.
Pro Tip: Always check your active Special Research and Timed Research tabs during events.
Using Meteorites and Teaching Dragon Ascent
Meteorites serve a single purpose in Pokémon Go: teaching Rayquaza the Dragon-type Charged Attack, Dragon Ascent.
To use the item, players must open their Pokémon Storage, select the target Rayquaza, and scroll down to its moveset. Selecting “Dragon Ascent” and confirming the prompt consumes the Meteorite permanently.
Gathering the required 400 Mega Rayquaza Energy involves defeating Mega Rayquaza in raids, completing special research tasks, or walking with Rayquaza as an assigned buddy Pokémon.
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Mega Rayquaza Combat Bonuses and Progression
Trainers receive a direct damage boost for any Dragon-, Flying-, and Psychic-type Pokémon used by participating raid party members.
Additionally, having an active Mega Rayquaza yields extra XP, additional Candy, and an increased chance of earning Candy XL when catching Pokémon sharing those three types. Repeatedly performing Mega Evolutions increases Rayquaza’s Mega Level over time, which reduces its rest period and lowers the Mega Energy cost for subsequent transformations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a Meteorite without battling in raids?
Yes. Players can earn Meteorites by completing specific Special Research or Timed Research quests tied to in-game events, such as Go Fest or the Ozone Ascent event.
Are Meteorites reusable?
No. Meteorites are strictly single-use items. Once you teach Dragon Ascent to a Rayquaza, that Meteorite is consumed permanently.
How much Mega Energy do I need to Mega Evolve Rayquaza?
You need 400 Mega Rayquaza Energy alongside a Meteorite-taught Dragon Ascent to trigger the Mega Evolution.
What types benefit from Mega Rayquaza’s raid damage boost?
Dragon, Flying, and Psychic-type Pokémon receive a damage boost in raids and gym battles while Mega Rayquaza is active.
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