How to get Master Ball in Pokemon Go: What should you use it for?

Ezequiel Leis
The Master Ball in Pokemon Go

Here’s all you need to know about the Master Ball in Pokemon Go, with details on how to get it and the best Pokemon to use it on.

The Master Ball is arguably the most iconic item in the history of the Pokemon franchise, and trainers can grab many of them in Pokemon Go.

So, here’s everything to know about the Master Ball in Pokemon Go, including its uses and how to get it.

How to get Master Ball in Pokemon Go

Pokemon Go players can get the Master Ball by completing the new Masterwork Research: Catching Wonders available to claim from Tuesday, May 14, at 10 AM to Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 8 PM local time.

Players who log in during the Catching Wonders event will get a Masterwork Research they can finish at their own pace, as it doesn’t have a deadline.

Pokemon Go offered players different chances to get the item before, but this is the only way you can get it now.

pokemon go master ball with game background
The Master Ball is a very sought-after item in any game.

What is Master Ball in Pokemon Go?

The Master Ball in Pokemon Go is the best Poke Ball trainers can use since it’s guaranteed to catch any Pokemon without fail. In mainline games, players get the Master Ball after completing the main story, and many fans use it to catch powerful and elusive Legendary Pokemon.

It’s also worth noting that players can’t miss a Master Ball throw, so you have nothing to worry about when you finally decide to use it.

Can you stack Master Balls in Pokemon Go?

Yes, you can have more than one Master Ball in Pokemon Go. Trainers who already have a Master Ball will be able to complete the upcoming Research to get a second one.

Niantic haven’t revealed a limit to how many Master Balls you can carry at a time, but we’ll make sure to update this guide once more information is available.

Galarian Legendary Birds in Pokemon
Most players are looking forward to finally capturing the Galarian Bird trio in Pokemon Go.

Best Pokemon for Master Ball in Pokemon Go

The safest option is to use the Master Ball in Pokemon Go on the Legendary Galarian Birds. Galarian Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres only appear occasionally when players use the Daily Adventure Incense. Moreover, they have one of the highest flee rates paired with an extremely low catch rate, making them almost impossible to get.

Pokemon Go players feel like they should reserve the Master Ball for powerful Legendary Pokemon. However, Pokemon Go allows players to get many Legendaries and Mythical Pokemon from Raids, events, and Special Research, so it doesn’t always feel like the best use for it.

You can also use it on a Legendary Pokemon you want, but we recommend leaving it as a last resort for when all your Premier Balls fail after a Raid. Keep in mind that shiny Legendries have a 100% catch rate, so all you have to do is land a throw with any ball.

That’s everything there is to know about the Master Ball in Pokemon Go. For more Pokemon content, check out some of our other guides:

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About The Author

Ezequiel is a Games Writer at CharlieIntel. With a great knowledge of gaming, he's focused mostly on Pokemon, Fortnite, and HoYoverse titles such as Genshin Impact and Honkai Impact. With a journalism degree, Ezequiel has worked on La Cosa and Infobae, two of the most prestigious outlets in Latin America. He joined CharlieIntel in 2023. You can reach Ezequiel at [email protected]