Pokémon Go 'Genetic Mastery' choose a path quest steps - Mega Mewtwo X or Y?
Polygon.com • • general
Key Points:
- Pokémon Go's Go Fest: Global 2026 offers a free Timed Research quest called "Genetic Mastery" available only on July 11 and 12, rewarding players with a free Mega Mewtwo of their choice upon completion.
- The research consists of six steps involving spinning PokéStops, catching Pokémon, powering up and using TMs, hatching eggs, and completing raids, with rewards including Stardust, candy, Mega Energy, and encounters with various Pokémon.
- Players must choose between Mega Mewtwo X or Mega Mewtwo Y after step 3, with each form requiring specific Mega Energy obtained from raids on different days—Mega Mewtwo X is available on July 11 and Mega Mewtwo Y on July 12.
- Mega Mewtwo Y is generally considered slightly stronger overall, especially for specialty charged attacks, while Mega Mewtwo X has an advantage as a fighting-type attacker; choice depends on player availability and desired strengths.
- Datamines suggest unique Adventure Effects for each Mega Mewtwo form, such as shield-breaking and revealing high-stat Pokémon, but these effects have not been officially confirmed and may not be implemented.
