Download
Effect in Gen 9
The Pokémon compares an opposing Pokémon's Defense and Sp. Def stats before raising its own Attack or Sp. Atk stat—whichever will be more effective.
Changes by generation
- Pokémon Champions
- Not available
- Gen 4–9
- Introduced in Gen 4
Type breakdown
Highest base stat totals
Pokémon that run this ability
VGC 20262026-09
Percentages are the share within each Pokémon in VGC 2026 (2026-09).
Source: Smogon (VGC 2024 reg.G)
OU (Singles)2026-09
Percentages are the share within each Pokémon in OU (Singles) (2026-09).
Source: Smogon (OU)
Doubles OU2026-09
Percentages are the share within each Pokémon in Doubles OU (2026-09).
Source: Smogon (Doubles OU)
Pokémon with this ability3 Pokémon
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FAQ
What does Download do?
The Pokémon compares an opposing Pokémon's Defense and Sp. Def stats before raising its own Attack or Sp. Atk stat—whichever will be more effective.
Which Pokémon have Download?
3 Pokémon have it, e.g. Porygon, Porygon2, Porygon-Z.
Which types of Pokémon have Download?
The most common are Normal (3). The full breakdown of all 3 Pokémon is listed on this page.
Which Pokémon with Download has the highest base stat total?
In order: Porygon-Z (535), Porygon2 (515), Porygon (395).