How to Evolve Machop

Machop evolves into Machoke starting at level 28 through standard leveling. To evolve Machoke into Machamp, you must use a Linking Cord in Legends Z-A, trade it to another player in standard mainline games, or spend 100 Machop Candy in Pokémon GO.

Machop requires a two-step process to reach its final form. The first stage relies on experience, while the final stage depends on the game version you are playing.

• Machop to Machoke: Reach Level 28.
• Machoke to Machamp (Legends Z-A): Use a Linking Cord.
• Machoke to Machamp (Standard Games): Trade with another player.
• Machoke to Machamp (Pokémon GO): 100 Candy or free if traded.

The Legends series removes the multiplayer barrier for trade evolutions. You can evolve Machoke entirely solo using a specific consumable item designed to simulate a link cable.

1. Obtain a Linking Cord from the in-game exchange vendor using Merit Points.
2. Open your satchel and select the Linking Cord.
3. Apply the item directly to Machoke in your party.
4. Watch the evolution animation complete to get Machamp.

This item is consumed upon use. You will need a new cord for every trade-evolution Pokémon you want to evolve during your playthrough.

Traditional titles require a multiplayer connection to trigger the final evolution. The process remains strictly tied to the trading system, functioning exactly as it did in older generations.

1. Connect to the internet or local wireless communication.
2. Initiate a Link Trade with a trusted partner.
3. Select Machoke from your boxes and confirm the trade.
4. Wait for the trade to finish; the evolution triggers immediately on the receiving player's screen.

Always coordinate a tradeback if you want to keep your specific Machamp. The evolution happens on the partner's console, meaning they currently own your Pokémon.

The mobile game handles Machamp's evolution through its standard candy economy. However, it incorporates a unique discount mechanic to mimic the mainline trade requirement.

1. Catch Machop or transfer them to accumulate Machop Candy.
2. Spend 25 Candy to evolve Machop into Machoke.
3. Spend 100 Candy to evolve Machoke into Machamp.

To bypass the 100 Candy cost entirely, receive a Machoke from a friend via a trade. The evolution cost for that specific traded Machoke instantly drops to zero.

Players frequently encounter roadblocks when trying to get Machamp. The most common culprit is a held item blocking the trigger during a multiplayer session.

• The Everstone Trap: If Machoke holds an Everstone during a trade, the evolution cancels automatically. Remove it before entering the trade room.
• Leveling Up Machoke: Reaching level 100 will never trigger the evolution. Machoke only evolves via trade or a Linking Cord, regardless of its level.
• GTS Trades: Trading via Pokémon HOME's GTS does not trigger trade evolutions. The trade must occur directly within the game engine.

Machamp serves as a reliable physical wallbreaker for standard story playthroughs. Its massive base Attack stat allows it to punch through most gym leaders with ease.

However, its terrible Speed stat leaves it highly vulnerable. You will almost always take a hit before attacking, requiring constant potion usage during longer routes or boss gauntlets.

Abilities like No Guard guarantee moves like Dynamic Punch land every time, causing massive damage and guaranteed confusion. Run Machamp if you need a dedicated Fighting-type for the main campaign, but bench it for faster sweepers during post-game challenges.