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Only Pokémon introduced in [[Generation]]s {{gen|I}}, {{gen|II}}, and {{gen|III}}, as well as certain [[Generation IV]] Pokémon, are available in the game. From the first three generations, only the [[List of Pokémon by evolution family|families]] of {{p|Smeargle}}, {{p|Kecleon}}, {{p|Clamperl}}, and {{p|Jirachi}} have not yet been made obtainable.
Only Pokémon introduced in [[Generation]]s {{gen|I}}, {{gen|II}}, and {{gen|III}}, as well as certain [[Generation IV]] Pokémon, are available in the game. From the first three generations, only the [[List of Pokémon by evolution family|families]] of {{p|Smeargle}}, {{p|Kecleon}}, {{p|Clamperl}}, and {{p|Jirachi}} have not yet been made obtainable.


Most obtainable Pokémon can be found in the wild, including evolved Pokémon. The exceptions are [[baby Pokémon]], Pokémon that require an item to evolve into, {{p|Shedinja}}, {{p|Mawile}}, {{p|Spinda}}, {{p|Absol}}, [[Legendary Pokémon]], and [[Mythical Pokémon]]. Baby Pokémon can only be [[Pokémon Egg|hatched]]. Shedinja is exclusive to [[Field Research#Research Breakthrough|Research Breakthroughs]]. Mawile is exclusive to [[Raid Battle]]s. Spinda is exclusive to [[Field Research]]. Absol is exclusive through both Raid Battles and [[Field Research]]. Alolan forms are exclusive to [[Pokémon Egg|special eggs]] and [[Raid Battle]]s. Legendary Pokémon are only available through Raid Battles or Research Breakthroughs. [[Mythical Pokémon]] are only available through [[Special Research]] or EX Raid Battles.
Most obtainable Pokémon can be found in the wild, including evolved Pokémon. The exceptions are [[baby Pokémon]], Pokémon that require an item to evolve into, {{p|Shedinja}}, {{p|Mawile}}, {{p|Spinda}}, {{p|Absol}}, [[Legendary Pokémon]], and [[Mythical Pokémon]]. Baby Pokémon can only be [[Pokémon Egg|hatched]]. Shedinja is exclusive to [[Field Research#Research Breakthrough|Research Breakthroughs]]. Mawile is exclusive to [[Raid Battle]]s. Spinda is exclusive to [[Field Research]]. Absol is exclusive through both Raid Battles and [[Field Research]]. Certain Alolan forms are exclusive to [[Pokémon Egg|special eggs]] and [[Raid Battle]]s. Legendary Pokémon are only available through Raid Battles or Research Breakthroughs. [[Mythical Pokémon]] are only available through [[Special Research]] or EX Raid Battles. {{p|Meltan}} is exclusive to the [[Mystery Box]] and Special Research.


When the game was initially released, most Generation I Pokémon were available. The game has gradually updated to include previously unavailable Pokémon, primarily those from later generations. Shiny Pokémon were also not initially available, but on March 27, 2017, {{Shiny}} Magikarp and Gyarados were made available, with more being gradually released after August.
When the game was initially released, most Generation I Pokémon were available. The game has gradually updated to include previously unavailable Pokémon, primarily those from later generations. Shiny Pokémon were also not initially available, but on March 27, 2017, {{Shiny}} Magikarp and Gyarados were made available, with more being gradually released after August.
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* November 6, 2018: {{p|Buizel}}, {{p|Floatzel}}, and {{p|Budew}} became available.
* November 6, 2018: {{p|Buizel}}, {{p|Floatzel}}, and {{p|Budew}} became available.
* November 14, 2018: 11 additional Generation IV Pokémon became available: {{p|Roserade}}, {{p|Mismagius}}, {{p|Honchkrow}}, {{p|Weavile}}, {{p|Rhyperior}}, {{p|Electivire}}, {{p|Magmortar}}, {{p|Togekiss}}, {{p|Gliscor}}, {{p|Porygon-Z}}, and {{p|Dusknoir}}. All are the evolved forms of earlier generation Pokémon, and require a [[Sinnoh Stone]] to be obtained. {{p|Meltan}} is also made available via the [[Mystery Box]], and can evolve into {{p|Melmetal}} with 400 Candy.
* November 14, 2018: 11 additional Generation IV Pokémon became available: {{p|Roserade}}, {{p|Mismagius}}, {{p|Honchkrow}}, {{p|Weavile}}, {{p|Rhyperior}}, {{p|Electivire}}, {{p|Magmortar}}, {{p|Togekiss}}, {{p|Gliscor}}, {{p|Porygon-Z}}, and {{p|Dusknoir}}. All are the evolved forms of earlier generation Pokémon, and require a [[Sinnoh Stone]] to be obtained. {{p|Meltan}} is also made available via the [[Mystery Box]], and can evolve into {{p|Melmetal}} with 400 Candy.
* November 20, 2018: {{p|Cresselia}} became available in raids until December 18.
* December 18, 2018: 14 additional Generation IV Pokémon became available. The {{p|Bronzor}}, {{p|Skorupi}}, {{p|Croagunk}}, {{p|Finneon}} and {{p|Snover}} lines were released to the wild, {{p|Chingling}}, {{p|Munchlax}}, and {{p|Mantyke}} became available in 7km eggs, and {{p|Heatran}} became available in raids until January 15, 2019.


====Limited availability====
====Limited availability====
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** Illumise, Seviper, and Lunatone: Americas, Africa, and the Middle East east of the {{wp|Persian Gulf}}
** Illumise, Seviper, and Lunatone: Americas, Africa, and the Middle East east of the {{wp|Persian Gulf}}


Legendary Pokémon have only been released for strictly limited periods. These include {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Articuno}}, {{p|Moltres}}, {{p|Zapdos}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Groudon}}, {{p|Kyogre}}, {{p|Rayquaza}}, {{p|Latias}}, {{p|Latios}}, {{p|Regice}}, {{p|Registeel}}, {{p|Regirock}}, and {{p|Giratina}}. Once their periods are up, there is no guarantee if or when they will be made available again, but some have made return appearances through [[Field Research]].
Legendary Pokémon have only been released for strictly limited periods. These include {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Articuno}}, {{p|Moltres}}, {{p|Zapdos}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Groudon}}, {{p|Kyogre}}, {{p|Rayquaza}}, {{p|Latias}}, {{p|Latios}}, {{p|Regice}}, {{p|Registeel}}, {{p|Regirock}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Cresselia}}, and {{p|Heatran}}. Once their periods are up, there is no guarantee if or when they will be made available again, but some have made return appearances through [[Field Research]].


{{p|Deoxys}} (and {{p|Mewtwo}} prior to September 2018) only appears in special EX Raids. EX Passes grant players the ability to participate in an EX Raid and are distributed on a semi-random basis to players who have recently completed a Raid at the Gym where the EX Raid will take place.
{{p|Deoxys}} (and {{p|Mewtwo}} prior to September 2018) only appears in special EX Raids. EX Passes grant players the ability to participate in an EX Raid and are distributed on a semi-random basis to players who have recently completed a Raid at the Gym where the EX Raid will take place.
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