The Ultimate Guide to Evolve Porygon into Porygon2 & Porygon-Z

Porygon is a completely digital Pokémon in the Pokémon universe, and its Conversion ability allows you to match the skills of your opponent. Evolving Porygon into Porygon2 requires a special item called Upgrade, while evolving Porygon2 into Porygon-Z requires the Dubious Disc item^{[1]
X
Expert Source

Ishrak
Gaming & Video Expert

Expert Interview}. You can evolve Porygon starting in Gen 2 (Gold, Silver, and Crystal). Read on to learn how to add this Pokémon and its evolutionary line to your Pokédex in most of the Pokémon games out there.

Disclaimer: All Porygon evolutions involve trading. Be sure to conduct a second trade to get your newly-evolved Pokémon back!

Things You Should Know

Trade a Porygon holding Upgrade to another player for it to evolve into Porygon2. To get Porygon-Z, trade a Porygon that’s holding Dubious Disc.
Evolve Porygon to Poryon2 in Pokémon Scarlet/Violet by trading. You get a free Upgrade item after logging 100 Pokémon in the Blueberry Pokédex.
Evolve Porygon2 to Porygon-Z in Pokémon Scarlet/Violet by trading. You get a free Dubious Disc by logging 110 Pokémon in the Blueberry Pokédex.

Section 1 of 13:

Scarlet/Violet

Download Article

1
Porygon Unfortunately, there’s no way to catch Porygon in the wild unless you’ve purchased The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC. If you’ve caught Porygon in a different Pokémon Switch game (like Sword/Shield, Arceus, Let’s Go Pikachu/Eevee), however, you can use Pokémon HOME to transfer Pokémon between games ($2 per month, $5 per 90 days, $12 per year).^{[2]
X
Research source}
- If you own the DLC: Find Porygon in the Polar Biome or Cavern Biome, as well as the Chargestone Cavern. Porygon can also be caught in certain 3-Star Tera Raid Battles.
- If you have friends who purchased the DLC, ask if they can catch and trade a Porygon with you.
2
Porygon2 Equip your Porygon with the Upgrade item, which you receive after filling the Blueberry Pokédex with 100 Pokémon.^{[3]
X
Research source} Invite a friend to trade with you—upon being traded, your Porygon will evolve into a Porygon2.^{[4]
X
Research source} If you own the DLC, Porygon2 can be acquired via 5-Star or 6-Star Tera Raid Battles.^{[5]
X
Research source}
- Enter 0137-0137 as a trade code if you don’t have a friend who plays Scarlet/Violet. Chances are, you’ll be paired up with someone who’s also looking to trade and evolve their Porygon.^{[6]
  X
  Research source}
Advertisement
3
Porygon-Z Equip your Porygon2 with a Dubious Disc, which you receive after getting 110 unique entries in the Blueberry Pokédex.^{[7]
X
Research source} Like before, trade your Porygon2 with a friend, which allows it to evolve into Porygon-Z. If you own the DLC, you can potentially get Porygon-Z from a 5-Star or 6-Star Raid Battle.^{[8]
X
Research source}
- Input 0233-0233 as a trade code if you don’t have a friend available to trade with you.^{[9]
  X
  Research source}

Section 2 of 13:

Arceus

Download Article

Enter space-time distortions to catch Porygon, Porygon2, and Porygon-Z. Visit the Crimson Mirelands and play up to 40 minutes without taking time to rest in-game. The longer you move, the higher the chance you have of encountering a distortion (until the 40-minute mark, when you have a 100% chance). Enter the distortion for a chance to catch Porygon, Porygon2, and/or Porygon-Z.^{[10]
X
Research source}
- Keep in mind that members of the Porygon evolutionary line are considered “rare spawns” and may not pop up right away in your first few encounters.

Section 3 of 13:

Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl

Download Article

1
Porygon Visit the Pokémon Mansion off Route 212 once your Pokédex gets the National upgrade. In the Trophy Garden behind the Mansion, all sorts of Pokémon not native to the Sinnoh region can be caught, including Porygon.^{[11]
X
Research source}
- Porygon only has a 5% spawn rate, so be patient!
Give your Porygon the Upgrade item, which you receive at Ramanas Park after meeting with Professor Oak (when he upgrades your Pokédex). Then, trade your Porygon with another player to evolve it into Porygon2.^{[12]
X
Research source}
Give your Porygon2 a Dubious Disc, which can be recovered on Route 225 (by Surfing across the lake that’s above the house).^{[13]
X
Research source} Then, trade your Porygon2 with another player so it evolves into Poryon-Z.^{[14]
X
Research source}

Section 4 of 13:

Sword/Shield

Download Article

Purchase The Isle of Armor DLC and finish the playable storyline. At the end, fight and beat Master Mustard to receive Porygon.^{[15]
X
Research source} If you don’t have the DLC, try your luck with trading (or transfer it from another game using Pokémon HOME).
Grab the Upgrade item from the Training Lowlands and give it to your Porygon. Then, trade your Porygon with another player so Porygon can evolve into Porygon2.^{[16]
X
Research source}
Head to a small island on Workout Sea to pick up a Dubious Disc. Equip this item with your Porygon2, and trade it with another player so Porygon2 can transform into Porygon-Z.^{[17]
X
Research source}

Section 5 of 13:

Let’s Go, Pikachu!/Let’s Go, Eevee!

Download Article

Let’s Go, Pikachu! and Let’s Go, Eevee! only have 1st-generation Pokémon, so Porygon2 (Gen 2) and Porygon-Z (Gen 4) aren’t available yet.^{[18]
X
Research source} Porygon can be found on Route 7, and you can also receive one from an NPC in Saffron City’s Pokémon Center after you’ve completed the Silph Co. battles against Team Rocket.^{[19]
X
Research source}

Section 6 of 13:

Sun/Moon & Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon

Download Article

In regular Pokémon Sun and Moon, get Porygon by visiting the Aether House on Route 15 once you’ve successfully defeated the Pokémon League and become the Pokémon Champion.^{[20]
X
Research source} In Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, receive Porygon after finishing the Episode RR mission (that comes after the Alola League).^{[21]
X
Research source}
Get the Upgrade from the Aether House in both Sun/Moon and Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon.^{[22]
X
Research source} Give it your Porygon2, and trade it with a friend to complete the evolution.^{[23]
X
Research source}
Find the Dubious Disc in Aether Paradise, which is situated between the four main islands.^{[24]
X
Research source} Equip this item on your Porygon2, and then trade the Pokémon with another player so it can evolve into Porygon-Z.^{[25]
X
Research source}

Section 7 of 13:

X/Y

Download Article

Porygon, Porygon2, and Porygon-Z aren’t available organically. Given how outdated the game currently is, your best shot at getting any Pokémon in the Porygon evolutionary line is by using the Global Trading System (GTS) built into the game.^{[26]
X
Research source}
- Keep in mind, though, that not very many people play X and Y anymore, so it might be hard to find someone willing to trade.
- If you’re able to get your hands on a Porygon, evolve it into Porygon2 by equipping it with an Upgrade and trading it. To get Porygon-Z, equip the Porygon2 with Dubious Disc and trade it. These items can both be purchased at the Battle Maison for 32 Battle Points.^{[27]
  X
  Research source}

Section 8 of 13:

Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire

Download Article

Find Porygon on the Mirage Island, which can be found above Route 125. It’s also possible to catch Porygon on Mirage Mountain, which is southeast of Route 129.^{[28]
X
Research source}
Purchase an Upgrade from the Battle Maison for 32 Battle Points. Then, give this item to your Porygon and trade it with another player.^{[29]
X
Research source} This allows Porygon to evolve into Porygon2.^{[30]
X
Research source}
Buy a Dubious Disc from the Battle Maison for 32 Points and equip it on your Porygon2.^{[31]
X
Research source} Invite a friend to trade with you so your Porygon2 can then evolve into a Porygon-Z.^{[32]
X
Research source}

Section 9 of 13:

Black/White & Black 2/White 2

Download Article

1
Porygon Unfortunately, Porygon can only be found organically in Pokémon White by searching the White Forest (especially when Leo is a current resident). Porygon could be obtained in Pokémon White 2 and Black 2 with the help of the Dream Radar 3DS app, but the 3DS is now closed, so it’s no longer possible to get them.^{[33]
X
Research source}
- It’s potentially possible to get a Porygon via infrared or local wireless trading on Pokémon Black if you have a friend nearby who’s willing to trade.^{[34]
  X
  Research source}
Find the Upgrade item on Route 15 if you’re playing Black or White, or in Striaton City or Pinwheel Forest if you’re playing Black 2 or White 2.^{[35]
X
Research source} Give the Upgrade to your Porygon and trade it with a friend to evolve it.^{[36]
X
Research source}
Visit the P2 Laboratory in both Black/White and Black 2/White 2 to find the Dubious Disc. Give the item to your Porygon2, and then initiate a trade so your Pokémon can evolve.^{[37]
X
Research source}

Section 10 of 13:

Diamond/Pearl/Platinum

Download Article

Just like in Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, Porygon can be caught in the Trophy Garden behind the Pokémon Mansion on Route 212.^{[38]
X
Research source} In Pokémon Platinum, visit the house northeast of the Veilstone City Pokémon Center to find one.^{[39]
X
Research source}
In Diamond and Pearl, find an Upgrade in Eterna City by speaking with Professor Oak in Pal Park at the end of the game.^{[40]
X
Research source} In Platinum, obtain an Upgrade from Route 224 or the Team Galactic Eterna Building.^{[41]
X
Research source} To evolve Porygon, simply equip it with the Upgrade and trade it with another player.^{[42]
X
Research source}
In Diamond and Pearl, find the Dubious Disc on Route 225; in Platinum, locate one at the Team Galactic HQ in Veilstone City.^{[43]
X
Research source} Give this item to your Porygon2 and initiate a trade so it evolves into Porygon-Z.^{[44]
X
Research source}

Section 11 of 13:

HeartGold/SoulSilver

Download Article

Visit the Celadon Game Corner and earn enough coins to buy the Porygon for 9,999 coins (in the right window).^{[45]
X
Research source}
Locate an Upgrade item at Silph Co. and give it to your Porygon to hold.^{[46]
X
Research source} Then, trade the Porygon with a friend using the Union Room feature in all Pokémon Centers.^{[47]
X
Research source}
Find the Dubious Disc on Route 42 and give it to your Porygon2.^{[48]
X
Research source} Using the Union Room feature in the Pokémon Centers, trade your Porygon2 and wait for it to evolve into Porygon-Z.^{[49]
X
Research source}

Section 12 of 13:

LeafGreen/FireRed

Download Article

Visit the Rocket Game Corner and collect enough coins to purchase the Porygon from the middle window (9,999 Coins in FireRed, 6500 Coins in LeafGreen).^{[50]
X
Research source}
2
Porygon2 Find the Upgrade item in the Rocket Warehouse in the Sevii Islands and equip it on your Porygon. Then, go to a Pokémon Center and visit the right-most counter to visit the Trade Center. Use a game link cable or wireless adapter to start the trade so your Porygon evolves to Porygon2.^{[51]
X
Research source}
- These trading methods are very outdated, but they’re necessary for trading between GBA games. They’re also the only way to trade a Porygon to your Ruby, Sapphire, or Emerald game.

Section 13 of 13:

Gold/Silver/Crystal

Download Article

Head to the Celadon Game Center and earn 9,999 Coins to buy the Porygon from the right window.^{[52]
X
Research source}
Find the Upgrade item at the Silph Co. and give it to your Porygon.^{[53]
X
Research source} Then, use a Game Boy link cable to trade with another friend who has a physical Game Boy. After the trade, your Porygon will evolve.^{[54]
X
Research source}

Community Q&A

Search

Add New Question

Question

In Pokémon Pearl, where can I find Porygon?

Community Answer

After receiving the National Pokédex, you can talk to the man living at the mansion with the Trophy Garden. If he mentions Porygon, you may find and catch a Porygon in his garden afterwards.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 2 Helpful 12
Question

How do I evolve Porygon in Pokémon Sun?

Community Answer

To evolve Porygon, you first need the Up-Grade, which you can obtain from an NPC in Aether House. This item allows Porygon to evolve into Porygon2. For its final evolution, Porygon-Z, you will also need the Dubious Disc, which you can acquire from Faba after defeating him at Aether Paradise in the post-game.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 1 Helpful 9
Question

What can I do if I don't have a friend who plays Pokémon?

Community Answer

You should try to find other Pokémon players. Consider reaching out to those who may also need assistance with trades, as they are often more willing to help.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 4 Helpful 3

See more answers

Ask a Question

200 characters left

Include your email address to get a message when this question is answered.

Submit

Video

Tips

Submit a Tip

All tip submissions are carefully reviewed before being published

Name

Please provide your name and last initial

Submit

Thanks for submitting a tip for review!

Warnings

For older games, it will be very difficult to find a trading partner (as well as the necessary equipment). Ask a friend if they have the game and would be willing to trade with you.

Thanks
Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0