Welcome to the comprehensive list of Pokemon HeartGold Generations Evolution Changes. This guide outlines all modified evolution requirements introduced in this version, including updated level thresholds, item-based evolutions, and new conditions such as move-based evolution or time-specific evolutions. Whether you’re a trainer planning your team or a completionist looking to evolve every Pokémon, this resource will help you stay informed and prepared.
Pokemon HeartGold Generations Evolution Changes
General Changes:
- All trade evolution pokemon are now obtainable
- The below requirements are only ones that I changed which deviate from vanilla. So, for example, Hisuian Sneasel still evolves into Sneasler when leveled holding a Razor Claw in the Day etc.
Evolution Requirements:
Evolution Level Changes
- Litwick evo changed to 30
- Golett evo changed to 35
- Solosis evo changed to 25
- Vanillite evo changed to 25, Vanillish changed to 40
- Skrelp evo changed to 35
- Pawniard evo changed to 35, Bisharp evo changed to Dusk Stone at night
- Dreepy evo changed to 30, and Drakloak changed to 45
- Deino evo changed to 30, and Zweilous changed to 45
- Larvesta evo changed to 35
- Pupitar evo changed to 45
- Dragonair evo changed to 45
- Frigibax evo changed to 30, Arctibax evo changed to 45
- Vullaby evo changed to 35
- Rufflet evo changed to 35
- Mienfo evo changed to 35
- Sliggo (both) evo changed to 45
- Shelgon evo changed to 45
- Klink evo changed to 25, Klang evo changed to 40
- Noibat evo changed to 40
- Axew evo changed to 25, Fraxure evo changed to 40
- Gabite evo changed to 45
- Galar Yamask evolves into Runerigus at level 34
Evolution with Known Move
- Dartrix evolves into Hisui Decidueye when it knows Triple Arrows
- Dewott evolves into Hisui Samurott when it knows Ceaseless Edge
- Quilava evolves into Hisui Typhlosion when it knows Infernal Parade
- Primeape evolves into Annihilape when it knows Rage Fist
- Girafarig evolves into Farigiraf when it knows Twin Beam
- Stantler evolves into Wyrdeer when it knows Psyshield Bash
- Dipplin evolves in Hydrapple when it knows Dragon Cheer
Evolution with Item
- Exeggcute evolves into Alolan Exeggutor with Dragon Scale
- Cubone evolves into Alolan Marowak with Fire Stone
- Koffing evolves into Galarian Weezing with Shiny Stone
- Pikachu evolves into Alolan Raichu with Sun Stone
- Petilil evolves into Hisui Lilligant with Shiny Stone
- Rufflet evolves into Hisui Braviary with Moon Stone
- Goomy evolves into Hisui Sliggoo with Metal Coat
Conclusion
These evolution changes add fresh depth to the HeartGold Generations experience, encouraging strategic planning and deeper engagement with your Pokemon’s growth. Be sure to reference this list as you progress through your journey—mastering these new requirements is key to catching ‘em all!
