🎮 Pokémon Type Effectiveness
In Pokémon battles, type matchup determines how much damage your moves deal. Use this calculator to instantly see which types are strong or weak against each other.
Formula
Super Effective = 2x damage | Not Very Effective = 0.5x damage | Immune = 0x damage
Each Pokémon type has advantages and disadvantages against other types. A move is super effective (2x damage) against types it counters, not very effective (0.5x) against types it's weak to, and sometimes immune (0x) against other types.
commonMistakes
- Forgetting that type matchup works both ways - if Fire is super effective against Grass, Grass is not very effective against Fire.
useCases
- Planning your team composition for competitive battles
- Countering your opponent's Pokémon during battle
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "super effective" mean?
Super effective means a move deals double (2x) damage to that type. For example, Water moves deal 2x damage to Fire-type Pokémon.
Can a Pokémon be immune to a type?
Yes! For example, Ground-type Pokémon are immune to Electric-type moves, taking no damage at all.
How does dual-type effectiveness work?
For dual-type Pokémon, multiply the effectiveness of both types. If a move is 2x against both types, it deals 4x damage total.