Pokémon GO Type Chart

The world of Pokémon GO is made up of more than 600 creatures whose moves and types can be tricky to grasp in a strategic match. In fact, there are 18 different types of moves that affect the effectiveness of your attacks and also affect your ability to defend yourself. The purpose of this article is to give you the full picture of Pokémon types so that you know exactly how to deal with any situation and win your fights against a Team GO Rocket Grunt, in PVP against other Pokémon GO trainers or against Pokémon in Raids.

All you need to know about the Pokémon Type Chart

What is the Pokémon Type Chart?

The Pokémon Type Chart is a tool that lists all of the types in Pokémon, showing the weaknesses and resistances of each type. In addition, the Pokémon Type Table also indicates against which types a move is super-effective or not very effective.

What is the Pogo Type Chart for?

The Pokémon Type Chart is especially useful if you want to improve your Pokémon fights against raid bosses or Team Rocket Grunts particularly difficult to defeat such as Giovanni. It can be used to help you know exactly what to do when faced with an opposing Pokémon, but it can also be used in Pokémon Go to anticipate a Raid, for example.

How do I read the Pokémon Type Chart?

Built on the basis of two entries, it’s important to read the Pokémon Type Chart to understand its meaning. To avoid confusion, we’ve taken care in the rest of this article to detail the defensive and offensive postures for each type of Pokémon you have.

Please note that our Pokémon Type Tables deliberately do not take into account the dual Pokémon types. Our goal was to make you learn how each type works independently of the others. To find out the strengths and weaknesses of a dual type, simply add the two types together or visit the page of a specific type to see the pokémon dual type chart.

Here’s a complete overview of the pokémon go weakness chart. The rest of this guide will detail each item individually for a better understanding of this topic, .

NORMAL						0.625		0.391	0.625
FIGHTING	1.600		0.625	0.625		1.600	0.625	0.391	1.600					0.625	1.600		1.600	0.625
FLYING		1.600				0.625	1.600		0.625			1.600	0.625
POISON				0.625	0.625	0.625		0.625	0.391			1.600						1.600
GROUND			0.391	1.600		1.600	0.625		1.600	1.600		0.625	1.600
ROCK		0.625	1.600		0.625		1.600		0.625	1.600					1.600
BUG		0.625	0.625	0.625				0.625	0.625	0.625		1.600		1.600			1.600	0.625
GHOST	0.391							1.600						1.600			0.625
STEEL						1.600			0.625	0.625	0.625		0.625		1.600			1.600
FIRE						0.625	1.600		1.600	0.625	0.625	1.600			1.600	0.625
WATER					1.600	1.600				1.600	0.625	0.625				0.625
GRASS			0.625	0.625	1.600	1.600	0.625		0.625	0.625	1.600	0.625				0.625
ELECTRIC			1.600		0.391						1.600	0.625	0.625			0.625
PSYCHIC		1.600		1.600					0.625					0.625			0.391
ICE			1.600		1.600				0.625	0.625	0.625	1.600			0.625	1.600
DRAGON									0.625							1.600		0.391
DARK		0.625						1.600						1.600			0.625	0.625
FAIRY		1.600		0.625					0.625	0.625						1.600	1.600

Now that you have a visual idea of what the let’s explore the list of types in Pokémon GO.

Normal Type Pokémon

All you need to know about the Normal Type Pokémon

Defensively, the Normal type has only one weakness: the Fighting type. Its resistance to the Ghost type makes it a particularly popular type in Pokémon fights to take on an opponent’s attack in place of an endangered Pokémon on your team.

Offensively, the Normal type doesn’t particularly shine. It’s not very effective (x0.391) against the Ghost type and the Steel and Rock types, which are relatively common. That’s why many Normal-type Pokémon have utility or support attacks to fill their offensive gap.

Normal type resistances

Normal Type Pokémons only have one double resistance against Ghost Types and no simple resistance. In the original series they were immunized to Ghosts.

Normal type Double Resistances

Normal type weakness

Normal types are weak against Fighting types. This is why Machamp is one of the worst Pokémon that a Normal type Pokémon can encounter, watch out Blissey!

Normal type attacks effective against

Normal Pokémon moves are not more effective against any other types. 100 Normal damage always means 100 damage or less for the resistant types.

Normal type attacks not very effective against

Normal moves are even less effective against

Fighting Type Pokémon

All you need to know about the Fighting Type Pokémon

In defense, the Fighting type is not very effective against the Psychic, Fairy and Flying types, however, it resists particularly well against the Bug, Rock and Dark types. Made up of a lot of powerful Pokémon in attack, the Fighting type does not shine for its defensive abilities but plays an important role as a sweeper.

The Fighting type is very effective against the Ice, Normal, Rock, Dark and Steel types, which are particularly well represented in Pokémon strategy. Although it is not effective against the Ghost type (x0.391), and not very effective against the Fairy, Bug, Poison, Psychic and Flying types, (x0.625) it is very useful in Gym to overcome powerful opponents in all circumstances such as Blissey with its HPs.

Fighting type resistances

Fighting type weakness

Fighting type attacks effective against

Fighting type attacks not very effective against

Fighting moves are even less effective against

Flying Type Pokémon

All you need to know about the Flying Type Pokémon

Relatively balanced type, the Flying is resistant to Pokémon Fighting, Bug and Grass, possessing double resistance to the Ground type. On the other hand, it is not very effective against the Electric, Ice and Rock types, like fragile birds against thunder, hail or rock falls.

Offensively, the Flying type is super effective against the Grass, Bug and Fighting types. On the other hand, it is not very effective against the Steel, Rock and Electric types. This type does not excel either in attack or defense but can on the contrary be played according to the desires and needs of your team thanks to the potential it offers on both sides.

Flying type resistances

Flying type Double Resistances

Flying type weakness

Flying type attacks effective against

Flying type attacks not very effective against

Poison Type Pokémon

All you need to know about the Poison Type Pokémon

Defensively, the Poison type resists to the Fighting, Fairy, Bug, Grass and Poison types. Moreover it has only two weaknesses to the types Sol and Psy. This makes it a very viable element within a team to protect you from many opponents and to retaliate more beautifully.

Offensively, the Poison type is very effective against the Grass and Fairy types, which makes it a good against the latter which is very present in strategy. On the other hand, it is not very effective against the types Poison, Ground, Rock and Ghost. It is totally ineffective against the Steel type. Poison attacks have the particularity of having a chance to poison the opponent and thus handicap him with a status that hurts him turn after turn.

Poison type resistances

Poison type weakness

Poison type attacks effective against

Poison type attacks not very effective against

Poison moves are even less effective against

Ground Type Pokémon

All you need to know about the Ground Type Pokémon

Although weak to the Water, Ice and Grass types, the Ground type draws its interest defensively from its resistance to the Poison and Rock types. In addition, because it is completely immune to the Electric type, it is a powerful advantage in neutralizing an opposing Pokémon using this powerful element.

In attack, the Ground type is one of the most widely used types in the arena because of its great versatility. Although ineffective against the Flying type and not very effective against the Bug and Grass types, the Ground type is particularly great to counter the Steel, Fire, Electric, Poison and Rock types whose attacks can be particularly devastating.

Ground type resistances

Ground type Double Resistances

Ground type weakness

Ground type attacks effective against

Ground type attacks not very effective against

Ground moves are even less effective against

Rock Type Pokémon

All you need to know about the Rock Type Pokémon

Composed of a large amount of Pokémon with great physical resistance, the Rock type is naturally resistant to Fire, Normal, Poison and Flying. However, it has a weakness against the Water, Grass, Fighting, Steel and Ground types, which are very present in strategic combat.

On the other hand, although it is not very effective against Steel, Fighting and Ground, the Rock type is very effective against Fire, Ice, Bug and Flying Pokémon, making it an ideal asset to strengthen your team’s physical resistance or to counter powerful offensive types that are highly represented in arena combat.

Rock type resistances

Rock type weakness

Rock type attacks effective against

Rock type attacks not very effective against

Bug Type Pokémon

All you need to know about the Bug Type Pokémon

Bug-type Pokémon have a natural weakness against Fire, Flying and Rock types. On the other hand, they are particularly resistant to the Fighting, Grass and Ground types. This makes the Bug type a relatively easy prey because of the strong representation of the types it fears in strategic combat.

On the offensive level, the Bug type is very effective against the Grass, Shrink and Dark types. However, it is not very effective against the 7 types Steel, Fighting, Fairy, Fire, Poison, Ghost and Flying. This natural fragility coupled with this lack of effectiveness in combat makes it a type little used because it is too easy to counter.

Bug type resistances

Bug type weakness

Bug type attacks effective against

Bug type attacks not very effective against

Ghost Type Pokémon

All you need to know about the Ghost Type Pokémon

Known for its double resistance to the Normal and Fighting types, the Ghost type has in addition two resistances to the Bug and Poison types. This makes it particularly good defensively, despite its weaknesses in the Dark and Ghost types.

In attack, the Ghost type is very effective against the Psychic type and against itself. On the other hand, it is not very effective against the Dark Pokémon and has no effect against the Normal type. It is therefore necessary to play strategically to anticipate the right switches with your Ghost in order to make full use of its defensive power during your Pokémon matches.

Ghost type resistances

Ghost type Double Resistances

Ghost type weakness

Ghost type attacks effective against

Ghost type attacks not very effective against

Ghost moves are even less effective against

Steel Type Pokémon

All you need to know about the Steel Type Pokémon

The Steel type has only 3 weaknesses to the Fire, Fighting and Ground types. On the other hand, it is the best defensive type that exists thanks to its 10 resistances to the Steel, Normal, Dragon, Ice, Bug, Grass, Psychic, Rock, Fairy and Flying types and it also has a double resistance to the Poison type.

On the other hand, the Steel type does not shine at all in attack. It is only very effective against the Ice and Rock types. Moreover, it is not very effective against the Steel, Water, Electrik and Fire types. This makes it particularly interesting for strengthening your team’s defenses against many possible enemy combinations.

Steel type resistances

Steel type Double Resistances

Steel type weakness

Steel type attacks effective against

Steel type attacks not very effective against

Fire Type Pokémon

All you need to know about the Fire Type Pokémon

Defensively, the Fire type has six resistance to the Bug, Grass, Ice, Fire, Fairy, and Steel types, which are relatively common in Pokémon combat. On the other hand, it also has weaknesses against the Water, Rock, and Ground types, which are ubiquitous in strategy. That’s why few Fire-type Pokémon are used in a defensive role.

Offensively, the Fire type is not very effective against the Dragon, Fire, Water and Rock types. On the other hand, it is very effective against the Grass, Bug, Steel and Ice types. The latter two are heavily represented in combat and make the Fire type an excellent offensive choice to counter threatening Pokémon in the opposing team.

Fire type resistances

Fire type weakness

Fire type attacks effective against

Fire type attacks not very effective against

Water Type Pokémon

All you need to know about the Water Type Pokémon

Defensively, the Fire type has six resistance to the Bug, Grass, Ice, Fire, Fairy, and Steel types, which are relatively common in Pokémon combat. On the other hand, it also has weaknesses against the Water, Rock, and Ground types, which are ubiquitous in strategy. That’s why few Fire-type Pokémon are used in a defensive role.

Offensively, the Fire type is not very effective against the Dragon, Fire, Water and Rock types. On the other hand, it is very effective against the Grass, Bug, Steel and Ice types. The latter two are heavily represented in combat and make the Fire type an excellent offensive choice to counter threatening Pokémon in the opposing team.

Water type resistances

Water type weakness

Water type attacks effective against

Water type attacks not very effective against

Grass Type Pokémon

All you need to know about the Grass Type Pokémon

The Grass type is known to be very bad in defense. Indeed, even if it is resistant to the Water, Electric, Grass and Ground types which can have a devastating role in combat, Pokémon Grass is not very effective against the Fire, Ice, Bug, Poison and Flying types, most of which are known for their devastating power in attack or special attack.

In attack, the Grass type is very effective against the Water, Rock and Ground types, which are common in strategy. However, it is not very effective against the Steel, Dragon, Fire, Bug, Grass, Poison and Flying types. The combination of its too many weaknesses and its weak offensive cover make it a little exploited type and difficult to use in arena.

Grass type resistances

Grass type weakness

Grass type attacks effective against

Grass type attacks not very effective against

Electric Type Pokémon

All you need to know about the Electric Type Pokémon

The Electric type has only one weakness compared to the Sol type. This makes Pokémon Electric particularly useful for initiating combat or acting as a pivot to anticipate a powerful attack.

Offensively, it’s super effective against the Flying and Water types, which are made up of many powerful Pokémon in strategy. On the other hand, the Electric type is not very effective against itself, the Dragon type as well as the Grass type. In addition, the Ground type is totally immune to it and can counter the placement of an Electric Pokémon.

Electric type resistances

Electric type weakness

Electric type attacks effective against

Electric type attacks not very effective against

Electric moves are even less effective against

Psychic Type Pokémon

All you need to know about the Psychic Type Pokémon

Representing the power of intellect and telekinesis, the Psychic type is naturally resistant to the Flying type and to himself. However, he has a weakness in front of the Ghost, Darkness and Bug types which symbolize phobias that hinder the power of the mind.

In attack, the Psychic type is very effective against the Pokémon Flying type as well as the Poison type, which enables it to counter many offensive threats and makes it an excellent choice. However, be careful to anticipate your actions because it is ineffective against the Dark type and not very effective against the Shrink and Steel types.

Psychic type resistances

Psychic type weakness

Psychic type attacks effective against

Psychic type attacks not very effective against

Psychic moves are even less effective against

Ice Type Pokémon

All you need to know about the Ice Type Pokémon

The Ice type is probably one of the worst defensively. They are the only ones who can only stand up to themselves and have a weakness against the Steel, Flying, Fire and Rock types that are heavily represented in Pokémon teams.

However, all the power of the Ice type is revealed when it comes to attacking with very effective attacks against the powerful Dragon, Ground, Flying and Grass types. Despite its less effective attacks against the Steel, Water, Fire and Ice types, this element is especially popular for knocking out many legendary Pokémon.

Ice type resistances

Ice type weakness

Ice type attacks effective against

Ice type attacks not very effective against

Dragon Type Pokémon

All you need to know about the Dragon Type Pokémon

The Dragon type has resistance to the four elements represented by the Water, Fire, Grass and Electric types. In addition, its only weaknesses compared to the Ice, Fairy and Dragon types make it a particularly interesting category of Pokémon for creating a good strategic team and winning your matches.

Represented by a large number of legendary Pokémon, the Dragon type is above all super effective against itself and offers an ideal counterpart to legendary opponents. On the other hand, the Dragon type is not very effective against the Steel type and can’t hit fairy type Pokémon. It’s a complex type to grasp, but one with devastating potential when you know how to use it.

Dragon type resistances

Dragon type weakness

Dragon type attacks effective against

Dragon type attacks not very effective against

Dragon moves are even less effective against

Dark Type Pokémon

All you need to know about the Dark Type Pokémon

Appearing in the second generation, the Dark type is immune to the Psychic type. It is naturally resistant to the Ghost type and to itself. Its only three weaknesses are the Fairy, Fight and Bug types, which makes it an excellent defensive type in Pokémon matches.

Super effective against the Psychic and Ghost types, the Dark type is not very effective against the Fight, Fairy and himself types. Despite its weak offensive cover, this type is particularly useful in combat, as it can counter powerful Pokémon that are untouchable by normal attacks, for example.

Dark type resistances

Dark type Double Resistances

Dark type weakness

Dark type attacks effective against

Dark type attacks not very effective against

Fairy Type Pokémon

All you need to know about the Fairy Type Pokémon

Appearing in the sixth generation, the Fairy type is one of the most powerful in Pokémon matches. Resistant to the powerful Fighting, Dark and Bug types, it even has double resistance to the Dragon type. This more than makes up for its weaknesses against the Steel and Poison types and makes it an excellent defensive type.

Offensively, the Fairy type is very effective against the Fighting, Dragon and Dark types, which are ubiquitous in Pokémon strategy. The Fairy type is not very effective against the Steel, Fire and Poison types, who also play an important role in arena matches.

Fairy type resistances

Fairy type Double Resistances

Fairy type weakness

Fairy type attacks effective against

Fairy type attacks not very effective against

FAQ about Pokemon types in Pokémon GO

What’s the weakest Pokemon type?

There are no real losers in the game of weaknesses. From a number of weakness, Rock and Grass types have 5 weaknesses, which makes them vulnerable to the most types.

Can a Pokemon have 3 types?

Pokemon can only have 1 or 2 types from the 18 available types. Pokemon can not have 3 types.

How many Pokemon types are there?

In Pokemon there are 18 Pokemon types.

What are the 18 Pokemon types?

The 18 types in Pokémon GO are:

What Pokemon has no weakness?

All Pokemons have weaknesses. It’s part of the core mechanics of the game that you can see as a rock paper scissor of 324 combinations (18*18).

What is the best type combination for Pokemon?

Dragon, Steel and Ice are particulary popular for their great number of resistances and their move types. Upon all double type combination, Dragon / Ice, Fairy / Steel, Ground / Flying or Electric / Steel ar popular types.