Gen 8 Pokémon

Gen 8 Pokémon introduced the Galar region and 89 new Pokémon to the series, expanding the National Pokédex from 809 to 898 species. Generation 8 began with Pokémon Sword and Shield and introduced Pokémon such as Grookey, Scorbunny, Sobble, Corviknight, Dragapult, Zacian, Zamazenta, and Eternatus. It also brought major battle features including Dynamax, Gigantamax, Max Moves, and Max Raid Battles.

Generation 8 was also the first main Pokémon generation designed for a Nintendo home console rather than a dedicated handheld system. Pokémon Sword and Shield were released for the Nintendo Switch and gave players a new region filled with large open areas, stadium-style Gym battles, and the Wild Area.

On this page, you can browse the complete Gen 8 Pokémon roster through the interactive Pokémon directory. Search for individual species, browse Pokémon by National Pokédex number, filter them by type, and explore the available categories.

What Are Gen 8 Pokémon?

Gen 8 Pokémon refers to the Pokémon species introduced during the eighth generation of the main Pokémon series. The generation began with Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, released worldwide for Nintendo Switch in November 2019.

Generation 8 introduced 89 new Pokémon, with the National Pokédex numbering beginning at #810 Grookey and ending at #898 Calyrex.

The generation is primarily associated with the Galar region, a large region inspired by the United Kingdom. Galar combines industrial cities, countryside, forests, mountains, snowy areas, and open wilderness. Data for Galar species is maintained in databases like PokéAPI.

Pokémon Sword and Shield also introduced regional forms for some Pokémon from earlier generations, including Galarian forms of Meowth, Ponyta, Rapidash, Weezing, Farfetch'd, Corsola, and others.

The generation later expanded through the Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass, which added the Isle of Armor and Crown Tundra areas along with additional Pokémon and Legendary Pokémon.

Generation 8 also introduced several Pokémon with unique designs and battle roles. Some of the most recognizable include Corviknight, Cinderace, Inteleon, Dragapult, Grimmsnarl, Hatterene, Zacian, Zamazenta, and Eternatus.

How Many Pokémon Are in Gen 8?

There are 89 new Pokémon in Generation 8, beginning with Grookey (#810) and ending with Calyrex (#898) in National Pokédex order.

Before Gen 8, the National Pokédex contained 809 Pokémon. The addition of 89 new species increased the total to 898 Pokémon.

The Gen 8 roster contains starter Pokémon, ordinary Pokémon, regional variants, Legendary Pokémon, and Mythical Pokémon.

The original Pokémon Sword and Shield games also introduced a significant change to Pokédex availability. Not every Pokémon from previous generations could be transferred into the games at launch. This became widely known as the Dexit controversy among the Pokémon community.

The Expansion Pass later added many Pokémon from previous generations to the games, but the number of species available depended on the specific version and game updates.

For this reason, it is useful to distinguish between the 89 Pokémon introduced in Gen 8 and the larger collection of Pokémon that could eventually be used in Pokémon Sword and Shield.

Explore This Gen 8 Pokémon List

The interactive directory on this page brings the complete Gen 8 roster together in one place. You can browse the Pokémon in National Pokédex order, search for a specific species, or use the available filters to narrow the list.

Browse All 89 Pokémon

The directory includes the 89 Pokémon introduced in Gen 8, from Grookey (#810) through Calyrex (#898). You can scroll through the complete roster to see Pokémon from the Galar region and the wider Gen 8 era. This is useful if you want to check which Pokémon were introduced in Generation 8 or simply revisit species from Pokémon Sword, Shield, the Isle of Armor, and the Crown Tundra.

Search for a Specific Pokémon

The search feature makes it easier to find an individual Pokémon without manually going through the entire list. You can search for Pokémon such as Corviknight, Dragapult, Cinderace, Inteleon, Grimmsnarl, Zacian, Zamazenta, Eternatus, Kubfu, Urshifu, Regieleki, Regidrago, or Calyrex.

Filter Pokémon by Type

You can also use the available type filters to focus on particular Pokémon types. Gen 8 introduced several interesting type combinations, including Ghost/Dragon, Steel/Fairy, Dark/Fairy, Electric, and Poison/Dragon among its new Pokémon and forms. The Fairy type was already part of the type system because it had been introduced in Generation 6.

Explore Pokémon Categories

Depending on the available filters, you can also browse categories such as starter Pokémon, Legendary Pokémon, and Mythical Pokémon. This allows you to focus on specific parts of the Gen 8 roster instead of viewing all entries at once.

Gen 8 Pokémon Starters

The three Gen 8 starter Pokémon are Grookey, Scorbunny, and Sobble.

• Grookey (#810): Grass-type Pokémon with a monkey-like design. It evolves into Thwackey and then Rillaboom (#812), a Grass-type Pokémon that uses a large wooden drum as part of its design.
• Scorbunny (#813): Fire-type Pokémon based around a fast-running rabbit. It evolves into Raboot and then Cinderace (#815), a Fire-type Pokémon with a soccer-inspired theme.
• Sobble (#816): Water-type Pokémon that resembles a timid lizard or chameleon. It evolves into Drizzile and eventually Inteleon (#818), a Water-type Pokémon with a spy-inspired design.

As with previous generations, players choose one of the three starters at the beginning of their adventure. Each evolutionary family follows a different design theme while retaining the Grass, Fire, or Water typing.

The Galar Region

The Galar region is the primary setting for Gen 8 and draws strong inspiration from the United Kingdom.

Galar contains large industrial cities, rural communities, forests, mines, mountains, snowy landscapes, and wide open areas.

Important locations include Postwick, Wedgehurst, Motostoke, Turffield, Hulbury, Hammerlocke, Stow-on-Side, Circhester, Ballonlea, Spikemuth, and Wyndon.

One of Galar's defining features is the importance of Pokémon battles as major sporting events. Gym battles take place in large stadiums filled with spectators, giving the Gym Challenge a more competitive and organized atmosphere. Official media and community details can be found on The Official Pokémon Website.

The region's architecture also reflects its industrial influence, with factories, railways, brick buildings, castles, and modern stadiums appearing throughout the adventure.

The Wild Area

The Wild Area was one of the biggest exploration changes introduced in Pokémon Sword and Shield.

Instead of following a narrow route structure, players can explore a large interconnected area containing different habitats and Pokémon.

Weather conditions can change across different sections of the Wild Area, influencing which Pokémon appear.

The Wild Area also introduced Max Raid Battles, where players team up with other trainers or NPCs to battle Dynamax Pokémon.

This area became an important part of the Gen 8 experience because it allowed players to encounter Pokémon at different levels and explore a more open environment.

Dynamax and Gigantamax

One of the defining features of pokemon gen 8 is the Dynamax battle mechanic.

Dynamax causes a Pokémon to become enormous for a limited number of turns. Its HP increases and its regular moves are transformed into powerful Max Moves.

Dynamax can only be used under specific conditions and locations in the main games, such as Pokémon Gyms, the Wild Area, and certain other battle environments.

Some Pokémon can also use a special version called Gigantamax.

Gigantamax changes not only the size of the Pokémon but also its appearance. Gigantamax Pokémon can use unique G-Max Moves that are different from ordinary Max Moves.

Examples include Gigantamax Pikachu, Charizard, Butterfree, Corviknight, Drednaw, Centiskorch, and many others.

Dynamax and Gigantamax became the main battle gimmick of Generation 8 and replaced the Mega Evolution and Z-Move systems from the previous generations.

Max Raid Battles

Max Raid Battles allow players to fight powerful Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon.

A typical Max Raid Battle can involve multiple trainers working together against one Dynamax Pokémon. Players can participate with other people online or use computer-controlled teammates.

The Pokémon encountered in Raid Battles can have different Abilities, moves, and other characteristics.

Successfully defeating the Dynamax Pokémon gives players an opportunity to catch it.

Max Raid Battles added a cooperative element to the main Pokémon games and became an important feature of the Wild Area and later Expansion Pass content.

Galarian Forms

Generation 8 continued the regional variant concept introduced in Alola. These Pokémon are known as Galarian Forms and represent species that adapted to the environment of the Galar region.

For example, Galarian Ponyta is a Psychic-type Pokémon, while the original Ponyta is Fire-type.

Galarian Weezing becomes Poison/Fairy-type and has a distinctive design inspired by industrial pollution and filtration.

Galarian Corsola is a Ghost-type Pokémon with a darker appearance than its Johto counterpart.

Galarian forms were not limited to appearance. They could have different types, Abilities, moves, and evolution methods.

Some Galarian Pokémon also received new evolutions. Galarian Farfetch'd can evolve into Sirfetch'd, while Galarian Mr. Mime can evolve into Mr. Rime.

New Evolutions in Gen 8

Generation 8 introduced several new evolution methods and new evolutions connected to regional forms.

Applin, a Grass/Dragon-type Pokémon, can evolve into different Pokémon depending on the item used. In Pokémon Sword and Shield, it can evolve into Flapple or Appletun, while later content introduced additional options.

Milcery (#868) evolves into Alcremie (#869) through a special method involving items, movement, and time-based conditions.

Sinistea (#854) evolves into Polteageist (#855) using a special item, with different forms depending on the type of Sinistea.

The generation also introduced Pokémon whose evolutions depend on specific battle or environmental conditions. These mechanics continued the series' long-running tradition of making some Pokémon evolutions more interesting than simply reaching a particular level.

Pokémon 8 Gen and Galar Story

Pokémon 8 Gen places the player in the Galar region, where the Gym Challenge is treated almost like a major sporting competition.

The player travels through Galar while challenging Gym Leaders and eventually competing in the Pokémon League.

The story also involves Team Yell, the Macro Cosmos organization, Chairman Rose, and the Legendary Pokémon Zacian and Zamazenta.

Unlike some earlier Pokémon villains, the central conflict in Sword and Shield becomes closely connected to Galar's future energy supply and the ancient Pokémon known as Eternatus.

The story eventually leads to the Darkest Day, an event connected to the uncontrolled release of Dynamax energy. The Legendary Pokémon Zacian and Zamazenta become important in stopping the crisis.

Legendary Pokémon in Gen 8

Generation 8 introduced several Legendary Pokémon.

• Zacian (#888): Fairy-type Legendary Pokémon associated with Pokémon Sword. In its Crowned Sword form, it becomes Fairy/Steel-type and carries a sword in its mouth.
• Zamazenta (#889): Fighting-type Legendary Pokémon associated with Pokémon Shield. In its Crowned Shield form, it becomes Fighting/Steel-type and uses its shield-like mane defensively.
• Eternatus (#890): Poison/Dragon-type Legendary Pokémon connected to the source of the Dynamax phenomenon.

The Expansion Pass introduced additional Legendary Pokémon, including Kubfu, Urshifu, Regieleki, Regidrago, Glastrier, Spectrier, and Calyrex.

Calyrex is particularly important to the Crown Tundra story and can combine with either Glastrier or Spectrier to create different forms.

Mythical Pokémon in Generation 8

Generation 8 introduced several Mythical Pokémon during its era.

Zarude (#893) is a Dark/Grass-type Mythical Pokémon known for its ability to use vines and its connection to forest environments.

The Gen 8 era also included Meltan and Melmetal, although these Pokémon were technically introduced during the Gen 7 era and therefore are not counted among the 89 new Gen 8 species.

The National Pokédex range for Gen 8 ends at #898 Calyrex.

This distinction is useful when browsing a generation-specific list because some Pokémon became available during the same game era without being newly introduced in that generation.

Popular Gen 8 Pokémon

The Gen 8 roster includes several Pokémon that quickly became recognizable among players:

• Corviknight (#823): Flying/Steel-type Pokémon inspired by a large armored bird. It became a popular early-game Flying option in Pokémon Sword and Shield.
• Dragapult (#887): Dragon/Ghost-type Pokémon and the final evolution of Dreepy. Its unusual design and strong battle performance made it one of the most notable Galar Pokémon.
• Grimmsnarl (#861): Dark/Fairy-type Pokémon with a distinctive appearance based around long hair.
• Hatterene (#858): Psychic/Fairy-type Pokémon and the final evolution of Hatenna.
• Toxtricity (#849): Electric/Poison-type Pokémon with different forms based on its nature.
• Falinks (#870): Fighting-type Pokémon consisting of multiple small creatures acting as a single unit.
• Duraludon (#884): Steel/Dragon-type Pokémon with a design inspired by metal structures and skyscrapers.

These Pokémon demonstrate the wide range of concepts used throughout the Galar Pokédex.

Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass

The Isle of Armor and Crown Tundra expansions added significant content to Generation 8.

The Isle of Armor introduced the Legendary Pokémon Kubfu and its two possible evolutions into Urshifu forms. Players could also explore new areas and encounter Pokémon from previous generations.

The Crown Tundra focused heavily on Legendary Pokémon and exploration. It introduced Calyrex and its connection to Glastrier or Spectrier, along with encounters involving many Legendary Pokémon from earlier generations.

The expansions therefore expanded the Gen 8 experience well beyond the original Galar map.

Why Gen 8 Pokémon Remain Popular

Generation 8 was a major transition for the Pokémon series because Pokémon Sword and Shield brought the main series to the Nintendo Switch.

The Galar region introduced a new visual style, stadium-based Gym battles, the Wild Area, Max Raid Battles, Dynamax, Gigantamax, and a new group of Pokémon.

The 89 new species include popular Pokémon such as Corviknight, Dragapult, Cinderace, Inteleon, Rillaboom, Grimmsnarl, Toxtricity, Zacian, Zamazenta, and Eternatus.

The Expansion Pass further expanded the generation with the Isle of Armor and Crown Tundra, adding new areas, Pokémon, Legendary Pokémon, and story content.

Gen 8 also continued the regional form concept through Galarian Pokémon, giving familiar species new appearances, types, Abilities, and evolutionary paths.

These features make Generation 8 an important part of the modern Pokémon series and give the Galar Pokédex a distinct identity.

Explore the Complete Gen 8 Pokémon Roster

Generation 8 introduced 89 new Pokémon, expanding the National Pokédex from 809 to 898 Pokémon. The generation introduced the Galar region and memorable Pokémon such as Grookey, Scorbunny, Sobble, Corviknight, Dragapult, Grimmsnarl, Toxtricity, Zacian, Zamazenta, and Eternatus.

It also introduced Dynamax, Gigantamax, Max Raid Battles, the Wild Area, Galarian regional forms, and the Isle of Armor and Crown Tundra expansions.

Use the interactive directory above to browse all 89 Gen 8 Pokémon, search for individual species, check National Pokédex numbers, filter Pokémon by type, and explore the available categories.

Whether you are looking for a specific Galar Pokémon, checking which species were introduced in Generation 8, comparing Pokémon types, or simply browsing the complete roster, the interactive list provides a convenient way to explore the eighth generation.

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