It can be difficult to choose the best Dark-type Pokémon in Pokémon Go. There are many different options to choose from depending on your needs and tastes. That’s where this guide will help.
All of the different types of Pokemon in Pokemon Go have strengths and weaknesses, which you can see detailed in our Pokemon Go type chart. Dark types are no exception. Knowing about these type clashes, good and bad, and using them strategically is key to doing well when you’re fighting other Pokemon.
There are also many different dark types out there to be found in the world, from the mysterious Eeveelution Umbreon to the pufferfish-like Overqwil (yes, even fish can be the dark type). Knowing which ones are worth it in any given battle will be very important if you want to get the victory, whether that’s trying to take down a gym, take on a member of Team Rocket, or show your skills to your friends in PvP.
This guide will detail Dark-type effectiveness and vulnerabilities, as well as talk about the best Dark-type Pokémon in Pokémon Go. Read on to find out how best to use them in battle, as well as which ones to focus on reaching and training.
What are the best dark type pokemon in pokemon go?
What are dark type pokemon strong against in pokemon go?
Dark-type Pokémon are resistant to ghost and other dark-type attacks. They are also especially resistant to Psychic-type attacks.
Dark-type attacks are super effective against Psychic and Ghost-type Pokémon.
What are dark type pokemon weak against in pokemon go?
Dark-type Pokémon are vulnerable to Fighting, Bug, and Fairy-type attacks.
Dark-type attacks also don’t do much damage to Fighting, Fairy, and other Dark-type Pokémon.
The best dark type pokemon in pokemon go
houndoom
Houndoom has a powerful attack stat in Pokémon Go, allowing it to take down enemies quickly. He also has a Mega Evolution that gives him additional strength if you choose when to use Mega Energy wisely.
Houndour evolves from Houndour using candy, so keep an eye out for Houndour in the wild as you explore your neighborhood, and consider keeping one as your friend for additional candy.
Houndoom is a fire and dark type pokemon. It is resistant to ghost, steel, fire, grass, ice, darkness, and especially psychic attacks. However, it is vulnerable to grappling, earth, rock, and water type attacks.
Yveltal
Yveltal is a legendary pokemon and, like other legendary pokemon, has great stats to go along with that status. It is especially good for attacking and taking down opponents quickly.
Yveltal is only available through five-star battles. However, the Legendary Pokemon available in these battles change frequently, so keep an eye out for when it can return to the pool of available Pokemon to get your hands on one.
Yveltal is a dark and flying type pokemon. It is resistant to ghost, grass, dark, and especially terrestrial and psychic attacks. However, it is vulnerable to Rock, Electric, Ice, and Fairy-type attacks.
darkrai
Darkrai is a Mythical Pokémon in Pokémon Go. He has one of the highest attack stats in the entire game, making him extremely powerful for battle.
Like Yveltal, Darkrai can only be captured in five-star battles, which unfortunately means it’s not always available. Keep your eyes peeled for when he’s added to the pool of possible attack opponents, then go out and challenge them to get that strong attacker for you.
Darkrai is a pure dark type pokemon. He is resistant to ghost, dark and especially psychic type attacks. However, he is vulnerable to fighting, bug, and fairy type attacks.
Umbreon
The Eeveelution dark type is a good choice for when you want to add a dark type to your team thanks to its high stats, especially defense. You might run into it if you play PvP, especially in Ultra League, so being aware of its strengths and weaknesses is a good idea, even if you don’t use one.
Umbreon can be evolved from Eevee for 25 candies. Once per player, you can use the nickname “Tamao” to ensure that Eevee becomes Umbreon. If you’ve already done that, you’ll need to walk with an Eevee as your friend for 10km and then evolve it at night.
Umbreon is also a pure dark type pokemon. He is resistant to ghost, dark and especially psychic type attacks. However, he is vulnerable to fighting, bug, and fairy type attacks.