Snorlax Best Moveset
160 HP and 110 Sp. Def with AbilityThick Fat halving Fire and Ice damage. Held ItemLeftovers with NatureAdamant at 110 Attack creates a physical threat behind the best special bulk outside of Chansey and Blissey. The moveset absorbs special hits, sets up with MoveCurse, and punches through teams with boosted Normal TermStab. Tera Normal amplifies the damage further.
160 HP and 110 Special made Snorlax the best special tank in Gen I (Red & Blue). Body Slam paralyzed, Earthquake covered, and Rest kept it alive. A centralizing force.
Best Moves
Best Build
Utility Moveset
- Body Slam
- Rest
- Self Destruct
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
Curse plus Rest plus Sleep Talk was THE set in Gen II (Gold & Silver). Boost Attack and Defense, Rest off damage, attack while asleep. Nearly unbeatable once Curse got rolling.
Utility Moveset
- Rest
- Double Edge
- Earthquake
- Curse
Recommended Teammates
Immunity prevented Toxic, shutting down stall teams' best weapon in Gen III (Ruby & Sapphire). Curse sets still dominated, and 110 Sp. Def tanked special attacks.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Shadow Ball
- Body Slam
- Self Destruct
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
Four consecutive gens at the top. Thick Fat gave Fire and Ice resistances in Gen IV (Diamond & Pearl), and Curse plus Rest remained incredibly hard to break through.
Physical Tank Moveset
- Body Slam
- Crunch
- Curse
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
Finally dropped in Gen V (Black & White). Fighting-types like Conkeldurr and Terrakion could break through its physical bulk even after Curse boosts.
Wall Moveset
- Body Slam
- Rest
- Sleep Talk
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
Mega Evolutions raised the power ceiling in Gen VI (X & Y), and Snorlax's lack of reliable recovery outside Rest became a bigger liability.
Physical Tank Moveset
- Body Slam
- Curse
- Rest
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
Fell further in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). Z-Moves let attackers nuke through its bulk in one hit. Passive play was punished hard.
Physical Tank Moveset
- Curse
- Body Slam
- Rest
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
G-Max Snorlax with Replenish recycled berries in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield), but the gimmick was inconsistent. Standard sets couldn't keep up.
Wall Moveset
- Body Slam
- Curse
- Rest
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
Furthest Snorlax has ever fallen in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). Modern attackers hit too hard for Rest-based recovery to keep pace.
Physical Tank Moveset
- Body Slam
- Curse
- Rest
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
Snorlax Weakness
Snorlax's Normal typing leaves it vulnerable to Fighting. It shrugs off Ghost-type attacks completely. Thick Fat reduces Fire/Ice damage, further improving the defensive spread. Snorlax's special bulk (base 110 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
What is Snorlax Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Snorlax
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityShielddust ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Snorlax View Ribombee builds →Moonblast15-17% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityCompoundeyes ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Snorlax View Galvantula builds →Thunder17-20% | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureSassy Moves View Slowking-Galar builds →
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Recommended Build AbilitySnow Warning ItemLightclay NatureTimid Moves View Ninetales-Alola builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureTimid Moves View Tornadus-Therian builds →
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Evolution
Snorlax is what Munchlax becomes. Breed it for Munchlax eggs (takes forever to hatch). Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are takes forever to hatch. The evolution from Munchlax pushed Snorlax to 540 total stats. HP saw the largest single gain at +25. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Snorlax to get Munchlax eggs (with patience) using 81 partners from the Monster egg group.
How to Get Snorlax
2 encounter spots for Snorlax at moderate rates starting from endgame routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Where To Catch Snorlax in SV
To get Snorlax, start by catching Munchlax through walking encounters at Lv. 7-76. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch MunchlaxApple HillsLv.7-60OverworldKitakami RoadLv.7-60OverworldKitakami WildsLv.7-60OverworldOni MountainLv.7-60OverworldParadise BarrensLv.7-60OverworldTimeless WoodsLv.7-60OverworldWistful FieldsLv.7-60Overworld
Step 2Snorlax ✓Timeless WoodsLv.55-76Overworldor evolve from Munchlax (Step 1)
decent spawn rates across 2 locations for Snorlax in early-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Snorlax in PLA
The path to Snorlax starts with Munchlax at Lv. 7-50 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch MunchlaxDeertrack HeightsLv.7-14GrassRate 15%Snowfall Hot SpringLv.47-50CaveRate 15%
Step 2Snorlax ✓Sandgem FlatsLv.12-33GrassRate 15%Snowfall Hot SpringLv.47-50CaveRate 15%or evolve from Munchlax (Step 1)
No wild encounters for Snorlax. The 2-stage line runs through Munchlax, which you can catch at moderate rates from the locations below. Evolve with high friendship once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Snorlax in BDSP
To get Snorlax, start by catching Munchlax through walking encounters at Lv. 25-29. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch MunchlaxGrassland CaveLv.25-29CaveRequires DefogRiverbank CaveLv.25-29CaveRequires DefogSpacious CaveLv.25-29CaveRequires DefogStill-Water CavernLv.25-29CaveRequires DefogSunlit CavernLv.25-29CaveRequires DefogWhiteout CaveLv.25-29CaveRequires Defog
Step 2Snorlax ✓
No wild encounters for Snorlax. The 2-stage line runs through Munchlax, which you can catch at moderate rates from the locations below. Evolve with high friendship once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Snorlax in SwSh
The path to Snorlax starts with Munchlax at Lv. 26-65 via walking and special encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch MunchlaxMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28OverworldSwordRate 5%Normal WeatherMotostoke RiverbankLv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%Normal WeatherBallimere LakeLv.60-65Shaking berry treesRate 10%Ballimere LakeLv.60-65GrassRate 5%SnowingBallimere LakeLv.60-65GrassRate 5%Normal WeatherBallimere LakeLv.60-65GrassRate 5%RainingBallimere LakeLv.60-65GrassRate 5%ThunderstormBallimere LakeLv.60-65GrassRate 5%Heavy FogBallimere LakeLv.60-65GrassRate 5%Intense SunBallimere LakeLv.60-65GrassRate 5%Overcast
Step 2Snorlax ✓BREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Snorlax egg.
Base Stats
The stat line revolves around HP. Percentage recovery gets extra mileage here. Attack backs it up, though Speed doesn't pull its weight. Worth 2 HP EVs on a slow 1.25M XP grind to max out.
Gigantamax energy has affected stray seeds and even pebbles that got stuck to Snorlax, making them grow to a huge size.
Snorlax Guide
Snorlax looks average on paper at 540 BST. But Thick Fat is why it sees play. Build around that and it pulls its weight. B-Tier tank on our tier list.
Watch for Hitmonlee (Fighting) when using Snorlax. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about. At base 30 Speed, Snorlax won't outrun any of these threats so switching to a resist is usually the safer play.
Snorlax gets Thick Fat, Immunity, and Gluttony. But Thick Fat is the one that matters. It's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that.
Snorlax is a physical attacker with base 110 Attack. Tanky enough to absorb a few hits, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 30 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. Fits the tank role.
Run Body Slam, Curse, Rest, and Earthquake on Snorlax. Body Slam is the most common pick at 0% usage. Curse lets it set up before sweeping.
Game Availability
Available since Red & Blue, Snorlax appears in 21 games spanning 10 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained a Gigantamax form in Generation 8.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1RBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwShGigantamax
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves