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No. 0402 · Generation IV · Sinnoh

Kricketune

The Cricket Pokémon

TL;DR. Kricketune is a pure bug-type Pokémon from Generation IV. Base Stat Total: 384. It crosses its knifelike arms in front of its chest when it cries. It can compose melodies ad lib.

Bug

It crosses its knifelike arms in front of its chest when it cries. It can compose melodies ad lib.

Height1.0 m
Weight25.5 kg
AbilitiesSwarm
HiddenTechnician
Base stats

Stat spread.

Total of 384. Higher peaks mean specialized roles, flat spreads favor versatility.

HP 77
Attack 85
Defense 51
Sp. Attack 55
Sp. Defense 51
Speed 65
Total384
384 base stat total, the 659th-highest of all 1025 Pokémon species and 50th among Bug-types.
85 base Attack, Kricketune's strongest stat, ranking 27th of 92 Bug-types.

Rankings computed across all 1025 base-species Pokémon (Mega and Gigantamax forms excluded). Source: National Pokédex base stats.

Pokémon GO

Kricketune in Pokémon GO.

Pokémon GO uses its own hand-tuned base stats, distinct from the main-series spread above. At a perfect 15/15/15, Kricketune reaches 1,653 CP at level 40 and 1,891 CP as a best buddy.

GO Attack160
GO Defense100
GO Stamina184
Max CP (L40)1,653
Max CP (L50)1,869
Best buddy (L51)1,891
Raid catch CP 886–944 (L20). Weather boosted 1,107–1,181 (L25).

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Competitive

Kricketune in competitive play.

Recommended builds and battle rankings for Kricketune across the current metagames. In Pokémon GO it ranks #537 in the Great League.

Pokémon GO Battle League
Great League #537 76.3 score

Build around it: GO PvP IV optimizer · Team builder · Ask Dia

Movesets via Smogon, GO ranks via PvPoke. Updated 2026-06-01.

Quick answers

Common questions about Kricketune.

Direct, sourced answers to the most-asked questions about Kricketune, each computed straight from its Pokédex data.

What type is Kricketune?

Kricketune is a pure Bug-type Pokémon. It has a single typing, which means a simpler matchup chart but also fewer resistances.

What is Kricketune weak to?

Kricketune takes 2× damage from Fire, Flying, Rock. It has no 4× weaknesses.

What is Kricketune resistant to?

Kricketune resists Grass, Fighting, Ground. It has no full immunities.

How does Kricketune evolve?

Kricketune evolves from Kricketot (Level 10). Kricketune is the final form of its evolution line.

What generation is Kricketune from?

Kricketune was introduced in Generation IV (the Sinnoh region). Its Pokédex number is #0402.

What are Kricketune's base stats?

Kricketune has HP 77, Attack 85, Defense 51, Special Attack 55, Special Defense 51, and Speed 65. Total base stat total: 384.

What are Kricketune's abilities?

Kricketune can have the ability Swarm, plus the Hidden Ability Technician.

Is Kricketune legendary or mythical?

No. Kricketune is a regular Pokémon, not classified as Legendary or Mythical.

What is Kricketune's best stat?

Kricketune's highest base stat is Attack at 85, which ranks 27th of 92 Bug-type Pokémon.

Is Kricketune good?

Kricketune has a base stat total of 384, the 659th-highest of all 1025 Pokémon species and 50th among Bug-types. That is a modest total, typical of an unevolved or utility Pokémon.

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Sprites · Sound

Through the generations.

Kricketune as drawn across two decades of Pokémon games, plus the modern Pokémon HOME render. Hit the cry button to hear it.

Kricketune in HeartGold / SoulSilver
Gen IV HeartGold / SoulSilver
Kricketune in Black / White
Gen V Black / White
Kricketune in X / Y
Gen VI X / Y
Kricketune in Ultra Sun / Ultra Moon
Gen VII Ultra Sun / Ultra Moon
Kricketune 3D render in Pokémon HOME
HOME Modern 3D render
Type matchups

In battle.

Damage multipliers when Kricketune is hit by each attacking type. 4× is two stacked weaknesses, ¼× is two stacked resistances.

2× Weak to
Fire Flying Rock
½× Resists
Grass Fighting Ground
Comparison

Kricketune vs. the average Bug-type.

Each base stat measured against the mean across all 92 Bug-type Pokémon.

Stat Kricketune Bug avg Difference
HP 77 57 +20
Attack 85 68 +17
Defense 51 69 -18
Special Attack 55 57 -2
Special Defense 51 64 -13
Speed 65 60 +5
Total 384 375 +9
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Game appearances

Kricketune appears in 19 games.

Every mainline release where Kricketune is obtainable, has a dex entry, or is transferable. Grouped by generation.

Gen IV
  • 2007 Diamond
  • 2007 Pearl
  • 2009 Platinum
  • 2010 HeartGold
  • 2010 SoulSilver
Gen V
  • 2011 Black
  • 2011 White
  • 2012 Black 2
  • 2012 White 2
Gen VI
  • 2013 X
  • 2013 Y
  • 2014 Alpha Sapphire
  • 2014 Omega Ruby
Gen VIII
  • 2022 Legends: Arceus
Gen IX
  • 2022 Scarlet
  • 2022 Violet
  • 2023 Teal Mask DLC
  • 2026 Pokémon Pokopia
Side games + live service
  • 2016 Pokémon GO
Pokémon Champions: Champions availability TBD . Full roster pending official reveal.
Where to find

Catch Kricketune in the wild.

Main-series wild-encounter locations, grouped by game. 7 games have a known habitat.

Diamond, Pearl
Sinnoh Route 206Sinnoh Route 210 South Towards Solaceon TownSinnoh Route 212 East Towards Pastoria CitySinnoh Route 212 North Towards Hearthome CitySinnoh Route 214Sinnoh Route 215Trophy GardenValor Lakefront
Platinum
Sinnoh Route 206Trophy GardenValor Lakefront
Black, White
DreamyardDreamyard B1f
Omega Ruby, Alpha Sapphire
Mirage Spot Forest South OF Route 111Mirage Spot Mountain North East OF Route 125Mirage Spot Mountain North OF LilycoveMirage Spot Mountain South OF Route 131Mirage Spot Mountain West OF Route 104
Pokémon anime

Kricketune appears in 6 episodes.

From DP027 (2007-04-05) through JN075 (2021-07-30).

Pokémon Masters EX · Sync Pairs

Kricketune partners with 1 trainer in Masters EX.

Each card is a canon Trainer + Kricketune partnership. Tap any pair to open the Sync Pair catalog and explore the full roster.

TCG Pocket appearances

1 Kricketune card across TCG Pocket.

Every printed variant on iOS / Android. Tap any card for full art.