This is list of the best normal Pokémon in Pokémon Go can help you defend gyms and beat Team Rocket, because sometimes, the simplest battles are the easiest to win. These versatile ‘mon will definitely make a fine edition to your team, so don’t write them off. Normal can be good! Now, there are quite literally hundreds of different Pokémon to collect in Niantic’s hugely popular AR game, but the normal types can pack just as much power as other critters, so here’s everything you need to know.
Of course, we do understand that you might prefer the excitement that ‘normal’ just can’t give, in which case, you should check out our lists of the best ghost Pokémon, water Pokémon, electric Pokémon, fire Pokémon, dragon Pokémon, as well as our favorite lizard Pokémon, and small Pokémon. So go on, get out there, prove you’re the very best, and catch ‘em all.
Here’s our list of the best normal Pokémon in Pokémon Go.
Meloetta
- Fast attack: Quick attack
- Charged attack: Hyper beam
This pretty Pokémon isn’t just your normal regular ‘mon, they’re a cool mon. Meleotta is also a psychic type, which can make it quite a force to be reckoned with in battles. Not only does this long-haired beauty possess a bunch of pretty effective normal attacks, but it can get in your enemy’s heads, too.
Porygon-Z
- Fast attack: Lock-on
- Charged attack: Hyper beam
Granted, Porygon-Z doesn’t exactly give off a ‘normal’ vibe, if anything, this odd little ‘mon gives nothing but abnormal. But for however much this floating blob of a creature is cute and adorable, it can actually deal some pretty decent damage when used correctly. Porygon-Z is a respectable all-rounder and can hold down a fight despite its unassuming looks.
Bewear
- Fast attack: Tackle
- Charged attack: Stomp
If we’ve said it once, we’ll say it again: Be wary of Bewear! This cuddly creature might seem particularly cute and fuzzy, but it’s got absolutely no issue laying the smackdown in a fight. This bear-shaped normal ‘mon also has access to fighting-type attacks, which never hurts in the heat of battle. Well, it does, but that’s sort of the point, right?
Slaking
- Fast attack: Yawn
- Charged attack: Body slam
Slaking is anything but slacking when it comes to powerful attacks. It might seem lazy, but this is no Snorlax, because Slaking is one hard hitter who can pummel your opponent into the dirt. It might be a normal type, but Slaking is a perfect example of just how powerful this ‘mon type can be, even without a secondary type to fall back on.
Blissey
- Fast attack: Pound
- Charged attack: Hyper beam
Blissey can leave your opponent in bliss, and by that, we mean it can knock them into next week and leave them in such a daze that they don’t know what’s going on anymore – ignorance is bliss and all that jazz.
Wigglytuff
- Fast attack: Pound
- Charged attack: Hyper beam
One of the OG normal Pokémon from the first gen, Wigglytuff undoubtably deserves a spot on this list. It’s a cutie patootie with plenty of effective attacks, it’s powerful, and it’s fast. It’s no normal normal-type Pokémon, though. Wigglytuff is a hybrid, borrowing attacks and effects from fairy-type, too. Don’t let its cute demeanor fool you, it can pack a punch!
Lopunny
- Fast attack: Pound
- Charged attack: Hyper beam
Considering Lopunny has one of the most powerful mega evolutions on offer in Pokémon Go, we think that’s reason enough to consider this stage two Pokémon for your team. That, and it has access to some fantastic attacks, especially since it’s also a fighting type.
Cinccino
- Fast attack: Pound
- Charged attack: Hyper beam
Cinccino deserves a mention for being as strong as it is cute, and trust us when we say it’s adorable. Just look at this fabulous creature. Anyway, despite only being a normal Pokémon, Cinccino can hit hard and move fast.
Ambipom
- Fast attack: Scratch
- Charged attack: Hyper beam
This smiley little guy is quite resilient and capable of dishing out some damage, too. Ambipom might not be the very best of the bunch, but there’s no denying this Pokémon’s prowess in battle considering its non-legendary status. Plus, look at how happy it is. A face that everyone loves.
Regigigas
- Fast attack: Hidden power
- Charged attack: Giga impact
The undisputed best normal Pokémon in Pokémon Go is the legendary beast that’s Regigigas – this monstrous ‘mon has access to some incredibly powerful attacks, and could wipe out its fellow titans in the blink of an eye – so get out there and make things gassy… But in the good way.
Ursaluna
- Fast attack: Tackle
- Charged attack: Swift
Ursaluna is a bit of a beast when it comes to normal Pokémon, but that’s hardly surprising given the great bear looks like a tank. In terms of CP, this ‘mon can reach 4,358, matched with a very respectable 243 attack, 181 defense, and 277 stamina stats. For its fast attack, we highly recommend you select tackle. However, for its charged attack, you have a couple of options. If you only want Ursaluna to use normal-type moves, give it Swift. If you want best charged attack it has, go for high horsepower.
There you have it, our picks for the best normal Pokémon in Pokémon Go. Make sure to pick up the latest Pokémon Go codes, plus we have all the info on Pokémon Go raids and Pokémon Go events. While you embark on even more great adventures, make sure you take a look at our best Pokémon games list, or see what’s coming next with our guide to what we know about the new Pokémon game.