Pokémon Sword & Shield added a lot to the franchise. Although some of the Pokémon that we knew and loved from previous games are present, there are also a ton of brand new ones and a lot of new mechanics in the game that we totally love. One of them is the idea of Dynamax and Gigantamax forms of Pokémon. Although they may have similar names, they’re very different concepts and only certain Pokémon have Gigantamax forms while all Pokémon can Dynamax.
Gigantamax Pokémon are certain, special Pokémon that are able to change form and get new, more powerful stats. Unfortunately, not every Pokémon was given a Gigantamax form in the new game, but the ones that do get to Gigantamax look totally awesome and are super powerful now.
To see 10 more Pokémon we’d love to see Gigantamax forms of in the future, keep reading!
10 Beartic
Beartic is a Pokémon that was introduced in Generation V. It’s an Ice-type Pokémon that evolves up from Cubchoo when it reaches level 37 and looks like a massive, furry polar bear with white fur and grey paws. This Pokémon can be found on Route 10 in Pokémon Sword & Shield.
This Pokémon is already one that’s pretty big and powerful, so it doesn’t necessarily need a Gigantamax form in order to make it even more powerful. But, considering the fact that it’s already large and strong, it would make an excellent addition to the lineup of Gigantamax Pokémon.
9 Any Of The Eeveelutions
Among the Pokémon that were given Gigantamax Pokémon is Eevee, a Generation I Pokémon that evolves up into a wide variety of different Pokémon. New Eeveelutions are added pretty regularly, and they’ve made Eevee a really popular creature for players to keep in their party because it’s such a versatile Pokémon.
Even though Eevee got a Gigantamax Form in Pokémon Sword & Shield, none of the Pokémon’s evolutions got one. Even though giving all of them new forms would be a ton of work and probably a little crazy for the game’s developers, at least seeing a Gigantamax form of a couple of them like Vaporeon or Umbreon would be pretty cool!
8 Gyarados
Gyarados is one of the original 151 Pokémon that were introduced in the first generation of the Pokémon franchise. This Pokémon is a dual-type Water/Flying Pokémon that evolves up from Magikarp. Despite the fact that Magikarp isn’t exactly the most useful Pokémon, Gyarados is definitely a powerful one.
Gyarados doesn’t evolve into another Pokémon, but if you get your hands on a Gyaradosite, this Pokémon will Mega Evolve up into Mega Gyarados. Gigantamax forms have basically replaced Mega Evolutions in Generation VIII’s Pokémon Sword & Shield, which is why Gyarados would be a perfect Pokémon to get a Gigantamax form.
7 Chandelure
Chandelure is a dual-type Ghost/Fire Pokémon that was introduced in Generation V of the Pokémon franchise. This Pokémon is the final form of Litwick and, as its name would suggest, looks a lot like an antique-style chandelier that someone would have hanging from the ceiling in their home.
Because the Gigantamax Pokémon all look so unique, some of the more interesting Pokémon designs are really perfect for this new form. Although Chandelure may not be the most powerful Pokémon out there, its interesting design is one that we would love to see made into a Gigantamax Pokémon.
6 Polteageist
Polteageist is a Ghost-type Pokémon and one of the new Pokémon that was introduced with Generation VIII of the Pokémon franchise. This Pokémon is brand new to Pokémon Sword & Shield, just like the Gigantamax form itself, so it would definitely be a good one to get this new form.
Polteageist doesn’t have the highest stats of any of the Pokémon in the Galarian Pokédex, but being in Gigantamax form definitely helps Pokémon become more powerful against their opponents, so that doesn’t matter too much. This Pokémon’s unique design and moveset would make it a perfect Gigantamax Pokémon.
5 Ninetails
Ninetales is a Fire-type Pokémon that was introduced in the very first generation of the Pokémon franchise. This Pokémon evolves up from Vulpix when it is exposed to a Fire Stone, one of the many ways that different Pokémon are able to evolve in the franchise.
This Pokémon is one that’s already really unique in its design, being inspired by the Japanese myth of the Kitsune, but it’s also already a pretty powerful Fire-type Pokémon. Because it’s so cool to look at and already powerful, we can only imagine how great a Gigantamax Ninetales would be.
4 Galarian Rapidash
Rapidash is a Pokémon that was introduced in Generation I of the Pokémon franchise. This Pokémon evolves up from Ponyta and is typically a Fire-type Pokémon. But, in Pokémon Sword & Shield, Ponyta and Rapidash are a little different. Instead of being Fire-type Pokémon with fire for a mane and tail, they are Psychic/Fairy-type Pokémon.
Since this version of Rapidash is only found in the Galar region, it’s a special Pokémon that is definitely set apart from the others. This Pokémon’s special Galarian form is so unique looking that we can only imagine how special a Gigantamax form would be.
3 Gourgeist
Gourgeist is a dual-type Ghost/Grass Pokémon that was introduced in Generation V. This Pokémon resembles a carved pumpkin, which is totally perfect considering the fact that this spooky Pokémon is a Ghost-type Pokémon.
This Pokémon is like other Pokémon in that it can come in different forms. In the case of this Pokémon, those different forms are the sizes that it is. Despite the fact that the size of this Pokémon can vary, it still doesn’t have a Gigantamax form, but it would be pretty awesome if it did.
2 Hitmonchan
Hitmonchan is a Pokémon that was introduced in Generation I. Alongside Hitmonlee and Hitmontop, this Pokémon is among Tyrogue’s final evolutionary phases. This Pokémon is one that has been in the franchise for quite a long time, meaning that it’s one that is pretty nostalgic for a lot of fans.
This Pokémon is a Fighting-type Pokémon that has some pretty good stats. This Pokémon’s stats are definitely focused on its attack rather than its defense, which means that it’s a really powerful one if you really want to pack a punch against your opponent’s Pokémon. What better for a Gigantamax Pokémon?
1 Gothitelle
Gothitelle is a Pokémon that was introduced in Generation V of the Pokémon franchise and is the final evolutionary phase of Gothita. This Pokémon looks relatively human-like and has white bows going down the front of its body, and black growths poking out the sides of its head, similar to hair.
This Pokémon is exclusive to Pokémon Sword, but can be attained in Pokémon Shield if a player trades for it with a friend that has the other version of the game. This is definitely an example of some of the stranger designs that exist in the world of Pokémon, but that’s exactly why this Psychic-type Pokémon would be perfect for a Gigantamax form.
