Find your Pokemon!

Porygon is a unique artificial Pokémon created entirely from programming code. It was developed in 1995 by Silph Co., making it the world's first man-made Pokémon. Porygon has the remarkable ability to convert its body into digital data, allowing it to freely travel through cyberspace and electronic devices. This virtual Pokémon is equipped with copy protection, preventing unauthorized duplication. Despite its artificial nature, Porygon does not need to breathe or eat, though it can still accept food if offered.

In recent years, Porygon has become increasingly useful in cyberspace, actively searching for and identifying suspicious data. Its programming allows it to change its appearance, making it an adaptable creature in both digital and physical realms. Interestingly, Porygon has no discernible heartbeat and does not seem to breathe, yet functions without any issues - a phenomenon that baffles researchers.

Pokédex Data

Category: Virtual Pokémon
Height: 2'7" (0.8m)
Weight: 80.5 lbs (36.5 kg)
Abilities: Trace, Download, Analytic (Hidden)
Type: Normal

Breeding

Gender: Genderless
Egg Group: Mineral
Hatch Time: 20 cycles (4,884–5,140 steps)

Pokédex Entries Across Versions

Red/Blue: A Pokémon that consists entirely of programming code. Capable of moving freely in cyberspace.
Yellow: The only Pokémon people anticipate can fly into space. None has managed the feat yet, however.
Gold: It is a manmade Pokémon. Since it doesn't breathe, people are eager to try it in any environment.
Ruby/Sapphire: Porygon is capable of reverting itself entirely back to program data and entering cyberspace. This Pokémon is copy-protected so it cannot be duplicated by copying.
Sword: State-of-the-art technology was used to create Porygon. It was the first artificial Pokémon to be created via computer programming.

Evolutions

Porygon evolves into Porygon2 when traded while holding an Upgrade, which can further evolve into Porygon-Z when traded while holding a Dubious Disc.

Habits

Porygon is known to frequent computers, labs, and other buildings where people work. It has been observed searching for suspicious data in cyberspace, showcasing its utility in digital security.

Additions Across Generations

Generation 2: Gained the ability to evolve into Porygon2.
Generation 3: Received the Download ability.
Generation 4: Gained a new evolution, Porygon-Z, and the hidden ability Analytic.
Generation 5: No significant changes.
Generation 6: Benefited from the Fairy-type introduction, gaining resistance to Dragon-type moves.
Generation 7: No significant changes.
Generation 8: Increased availability in the Wild Area and Max Raid Battles.