Mid-stage Pokemon like Jigglypuff rarely see competitive play outside of special formats. It's a waypoint on the road to Wigglytuff, which is where the real potential kicks in. Known as the Balloon Pokemon. Been around since Gen 1.
Jigglypuff's spread is anchored by HP, with balanced defenses backing it up. Defense is the clear weak point. Worth 2 HP EVs per KO, and the fast 800K XP curve keeps leveling painless.
Uses its cute round eyes to enrapture its foe. It then sings a pleasing melody that lulls the foe to sleep.
Jigglypuff Weakness
ExcellentJigglypuff's Normal/Fairy typing leaves it vulnerable to Poison and Steel moves. It shrugs off Ghost and Dragon-type attacks completely.
Jigglypuff is partway through a three-stage line between Igglybuff and Wigglytuff. The chain involves an evolution item, so it's not a straightforward grind. So far, HP got the biggest boost (+25 from Igglybuff). The final form adds another 165 stats on top.
How to Evolve
Breed with Jigglypuff to get Igglybuff eggs easily from the Fairy egg group.
Best Build
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee uses different battle mechanics.
Competitive build content is not applicable for this game. Select a main series game for builds.
Without TMs, Jigglypuff's movepool is bare bones. With them, you get coverage across 8 types on top of Double-Edge and Play Rough for STAB. The natural kit handles basics, but TMs are doing the real work.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Igglybuff doesn't appear in the wild, so the 2-stage path to Jigglypuff starts at the nursery. Catch Jigglypuff first, breed for Igglybuff, then evolve through the chain.
Where To Catch Jigglypuff in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
The path to Jigglypuff starts with Igglybuff at Lv. 11-27 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Breed Igglybuff from JigglypuffBreed from Jigglypuff at the Day Care.
Step 2Jigglypuff ✓EASYRoute 5Let's Go EeveeGrassLv.11-1615%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 5Let's Go PikachuGrassLv.11-1615%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 6Let's Go EeveeGrassLv.11-1615%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 6Let's Go PikachuGrassLv.11-1615%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 7Let's Go PikachuGrassLv.22-2715%MidRouteEASYRoute 7Let's Go EeveeGrassLv.22-2715%MidRouteEASYRoute 8Let's Go PikachuGrassLv.22-2715%MidRouteEASYRoute 8Let's Go EeveeGrassLv.22-2715%MidRouteor evolve from Igglybuff (Step 1)
Jigglypuff isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Wigglytuff to unlock its full potential. At 270 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Igglybuff evolves into Jigglypuff by leveling up. Jigglypuff evolves into Wigglytuff using a Moon Stone. Jigglypuff is a middle-stage evolution in the Igglybuff line.
Cute Charm has a 30% chance of infatuating attacking Pokémon on contact — that's the one you want on Jigglypuff. Friend Guard is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Competitive works too if your team needs something different.
Jigglypuff fills the support role. It's a physical attacker with base 45 Attack. Base 20 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. And it's fragile — can't afford to take many hits.
Jigglypuff appears in 21 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Jigglypuff has been part of the series since Red & Blue, appearing in 21 titles across all 9 generations. As a Gen 1 original, it's one of the most consistently available Pokemon in the franchise.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A