Trainers, did you know that there’s some new Pokemon Go new Sinnoh Pokemon evolutions in town? Well, you do now. The latest Pokemon Go update has a ton of changes and new features that add plenty to the game, but we’re only focusing on those concerning the Sinnoh Stone here. Want to get the lowdown on the Pokemon Go new Sinnoh Pokemon evolutions and the best Pokemon to use the Sinnoh Stone on? You’ve come to the right place, so read on to find out all you need to know.
Pokemon Go new Sinnoh Pokemon evolutions list
Thanks to the latest patch, which was released by Niantic on Thursday, there are now a few more Pokemon that can be evolved. These critters can be evolved into their Sinnoh forms by way of the Sinnoh Stone.
The Pokemon Go new Sinnoh Pokemon evolutions have been listed below for you to easily read up on, so go right ahead and see who can be evolved from the current roster.
- Lickitung can now evolve into Lickilicky (New)
- Tangela can now become Tangrowth (New)
- Aipom can now evolve into Ambipom (New)
- Kirlia can now become Gallade (New)
- Yanma can now transform into Yanmega (New)
- Dusclops evolves into Dusknoir.
- Misdreavus evolves into Mismagius.
- Gligar evolves into Gliscor.
- Magmar evolves into Magmortar.
- Togetic evolves into Togekiss.
- Murkrow evolves into Honchkrow.
- Rhydon evolves into Rhyperior.
- Porygon2 evolves into Porygon-Z.
- Sneasel evolves into Weavile.
- Roselia evolves into Roserade.
- Electabuzz evolves into Electivire.
What sets these Pokemon apart from the others listed, is that they are found in different regions of the Pokemon universe than the Sinnoh region itself. There’s every chance that more Pokemon, ranging from Gen 1 right through to Gen 3, will also become available via the Sinnoh Stone.
Right now Niantic is playing its cards close to its chest though, so we can’t say for certain what other Pokemon you’ll be able to evolve via the Sinnoh Stone. As of this moment, there are 17 Pokemon who can evolve into a different form using the Sinnoh Stone. Hopefully there will be more Pokemon Go new Sinnoh Pokemon evolutions in the near future too.
If you’re wondering what the Pokemon Go Sinnoh Stone best evolutions are, we’ve got you covered. Niantic’s popular mobile game recently saw the addition of Gen 4 Pokemon, all of which hail from the snowy Sinnoh region. As well as lots of Pokemon that were brand new to Gen 4, Sinnoh saw some fan-favorites getting new evolutions, too. Pokemon like Electabuzz and Magmar—who got baby Pokemon in Gen 2—now have final evolutions, making them part of a three-tier family like starter Pokemon and pseudo-Legendaries like the Dragonite and Tyranitar families. These Pokemon are now available in Pokemon Go, too, but which Pokemon should you use your Sinnoh Stone on? Read on to find out.
Pokemon Go Sinnoh Stone Best Evolutions – What Pokemon Evolve Using the Sinnoh Stone?
In order to know what the best Pokemon to use the Sinnoh Stone on in Pokemon Go are, you probably need to know which Pokemon it can actually be used on first. Here’s a full list of Pokemon that evolve using the Sinnoh Stone in Pokemon Go, as well as the Pokemon that they evolve into:
- Dusclops evolves into Dusknoir.
- Misdreavus evolves into Mismagius.
- Gligar evolves into Gliscor.
- Magmar evolves into Magmortar.
- Togetic evolves into Togekiss.
- Murkrow evolves into Honchkrow.
- Rhydon evolves into Rhyperior.
- Porygon2 evolves into Porygon-Z.
- Sneasel evolves into Weavile.
- Roselia evolves into Roserade.
- Electabuzz evolves into Electivire.
All of the above evolutions were introduced to the Pokemon series in Gen 4— that is Pokemon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum. Lots of the above Pokemon are incredibly powerful to this day in Smogon’s OU (overused) tier, but Pokemon Go‘s meta is completely different to that of mainline battling. As a result, Pokemon like Gliscor—who is on every second team you come across on Pokemon Showdown—aren’t quite as powerful in Go as they are in more conventional competitive battles.
Now that trainer battles have been announced for Go, Sinnoh Stones are more valuable than ever before. However, they’re also more scarce than ever before, as they’re no longer a guaranteed reward for completing seven days of consecutive research tasks. As a result, you’re going to want to think twice before you use your first few Sinnoh Stones. That’s what this guide is for—to help you prioritize your Sinnoh Stone usage so that you can get the most bang for your buck early on in your quest to completing the new Gen 4 Pokedex entries.
What Are the Best Pokemon to Use Sinnoh Stone on in Pokemon Go?
While there are plenty of Pokemon to use your Sinnoh Stones on, the best Pokemon to use a Sinnoh Stone on in Pokemon Go are relatively few and far between. Specifically, there are only three Pokemon that are viable in Go’s meta. You can make the others work if you’re good with them and have a specific strategy that uses their specific builds, but these are niche picks that aren’t ostensibly great choices.
The three best Pokemon to use your Sinnoh Stone on in Pokemon Go are Sneasel, Roselia, and Electabuzz, which evolve into Weavile, Roserade, and Electivire, respectively. Bear in mind that Gen 5’s launch—which won’t be any time soon, considering that Niantic is still in the process of adding Gen 4 Pokemon to Go—will likely reduce that number to two, as Electivire will almost definitely fall out of favor to Pokemon like Rotom-Wash.
Bear in mind that this categorization of which Pokemon are the “best” Pokemon to use your Sinnoh Stone on is purely based on battling viability. If you’re particularly fond of Dusknoir, for instance, use your first Stone on that. Aside from Weavile, there are better Pokemon from previous generations that you can use for battles anyway. This is just a guide on which Pokemon you should prioritize evolving if you haven’t got many Sinnoh Stones and want the most competitively viable Pokemon first. You’ll likely get all of them eventually if you’re a regular player anyway, but since the Sinnoh Stones are no longer guaranteed, the time to do this has been increased by a factor that’s yet to be determined. If you still want the best Pokemon that evolve using a Sinnoh Stone, read on for a breakdown of Weavile, Roserade, and Electivire, which will help you to identify which of the three will best suit your particular needs on a competitive team.
Best Pokemon to Use Sinnoh Stone on in Pokemon Go – Weavile
Weavile’s typing alone is enough to earn its position as one of the best Pokemon to use a Sinnoh Stone on in Pokemon Go. A popular pick in all walks of competitive Pokemon, Weavile is a fast attacker with scary DPS (damage per second) potential.
Weavile’s ice moves are stronger than powerful Pokemon like Lapras and Articuno, and its dark moves are on par with the likes of Tyranitar. It’s not a particularly sturdy Pokemon, but its damage potential is enough to make up for this. Weavile is definitely a Pokemon you should consider trading a Sinnoh Stone for, as the somewhat unassuming Sneasel packs a serious punch once it’s all grown up. Also, Weavile’s design is incredibly cool. Even if you don’t use it in battles, the Sharp Claw Pokemon would make for a fantastic addition to your Pokedex.
Best Pokemon to Use Sinnoh Stone on in Pokemon Go – Roserade
Roserade is not just one of the best Pokemon to use your Sinnoh stone on; it’s one of the best Fairy-foils in Pokemon Go at large. Roserade is a Poison-type Pokemon to be reckoned with, and although its Grass-type moves are outshone by legacy Venusaurs (particularly Petal Dance variants) it’s a Pokemon that can be used to great effect if you know what you’re doing.
Since the introduction of Fairy-type Pokemon, Poison-types—as well as Steel-types—have really found their feet in Pokemon battling. Although Roserade’s Grass-typing isn’t the best, its Poison moves are some of the most powerful Fairy-counters in Go at present. Alongside Weavile, Roserade is definitely worth a Sinnoh Stone if you’ve only got a few to spare. Roselia should take priority over the majority of Pokemon who got new evolutions in Pokemon Gen 4.
Best Pokemon to Use Sinnoh Stone on in Pokemon Go – Electivire
Electivire isn’t quite as strong as Weavile or Roserade, but it’s definitely one of the best Pokemon to use your Sinnoh Stone on. It’s not quite as good as the likes of Zapdos, but it’s still a force to be reckoned with.
I’ve never liked Electivire personally, despite being a fan of Electabuzz ever since the original Gen 1 games. There’s no denying its viability in Go though, as it has well-rounded stats and access to Thundershock as its Fast Move. Weavile and Roserade should be your first two Sinnoh Stone evolutions, but if you haven’t got a preference after that, Electivire is definitely a good option.
Aside from these three Pokemon, it doesn’t really matter who you use your Sinnoh Stone on. These are the best three Pokemon to use a Sinnoh Stone on, so you should just go with your favorites after obtaining them. Or before obtaining them. It all depends on how serious you are about having a powerful team. (Weavile is the coolest, though).
