Ghost moves don't affect Wigglytuff at all — that's the advantage of normal typing. It works well under Trick Room. Flexible enough to run physical or special sets. An original Gen 1 pick.
Raw HP carries Wigglytuff's bulk more than the defenses do. Defense barely registers. But that HP pool covers for it. A tough to catch Balloon Pokemon that yields 3 HP EVs on a fast 800K XP curve.
The rich, fluffy fur that covers its body feels so good that anyone who feels it can’t stop touching it.
Wigglytuff Weakness
GoodWigglytuff is weak to Fighting-type moves. On the flip side, it's immune to Ghost-type moves entirely. With 140 HP and balanced defenses, Wigglytuff can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
- Dark and Steel types added — Fairy does not exist yet
- Moves are Physical or Special based on type, not per move
- Special stat split into Sp.Atk and Sp.Def
Getting Wigglytuff requires an evolution item, not just grinding levels. The chain starts at Igglybuff. Breed this form to get Igglybuff eggs (quick to hatch). HP grew the most through evolution (+50 over Igglybuff), and Wigglytuff peaks at 435 total stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Wigglytuff to get Igglybuff eggs easily using 16 partners from the Fairy egg group. Notable egg moves include Feint Attack, Perish Song, Present.
Wigglytuff runs a standard attacker set. A nature nature with flexible EVs EVs shapes the build, while Leftovers brings passive recovery each turn. An ability supports the kit from the background.
Best Build
Best Wigglytuff Moveset
- Thunder Wave
- Psychic
- Ice Beam
- Rollout
Recommended Teammates
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 10 types means almost nothing walls Wigglytuff cleanly, with Hyper Beam and Double-Edge anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
You're catching Igglybuff first, not Wigglytuff. Igglybuff appears at solid rates in the encounters below. The step cards map the full 3-stage chain with evolution methods between each stage.
How to Obtain Wigglytuff in Crystal
Igglybuff is your first catch on the way to Wigglytuff. You'll find walking and gift encounters from Lv. 5-18 across 7 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch IgglybuffEFFORTLESSRoute 34Gift from NPCLv.5CommonEarlyRouteHatch Odd Egg (random)
Step 2Catch or Evolve JigglypuffCHALLENGINGRoute 34GrassLv.12RareEarlyRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 35GrassLv.12RareEarlyRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 6GrassLv.12RareEarlyRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 5GrassLv.14RareEarlyRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 8GrassLv.16RareMidRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 7GrassLv.18RareMidRouteor evolve from Igglybuff (Step 1)- Step 3Wigglytuff ✓
We rate Wigglytuff C-Tier — a situational pick that fills a niche. At 435 BST, the stats are spread pretty evenly. Base 140 HP stands out.
Wigglytuff's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Jigglypuff evolves into Wigglytuff using a Moon Stone. Wigglytuff is the final evolution in a 3-stage line starting from Igglybuff. It sits at 435 BST in its evolved form.
Base 45 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. On offense, Wigglytuff is a mixed attacker — base 70 Attack and 85 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Wigglytuff appears in 21 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
One of the original 151, Wigglytuff has appeared in 21 games — nearly every mainline game. From Red & Blue through the latest titles, it's rarely been left out of a regional Pokedex.
- 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