Can Your Pokémon Gain Stars?

The answer to the question of whether your Pokémon can gain stars is a bit complex, as it depends on the specific circumstances, but generally, a Pokémon’s star rating is determined by its Individual Values (IVs) and cannot be changed directly, although there are some exceptions such as Purification and Trading. A Pokémon’s star rating is an indication of its battle potential, with more stars reflecting higher potential, and it is determined by the Pokémon’s Attack, Defense, and HP stats, which are evaluated by the Team Leader when you tap Appraise.

Understanding Pokémon Stars

To understand how stars work in Pokémon, it’s essential to know that each Pokémon has a unique set of IVs, which are hidden values that affect its stats, and these IVs are used to determine the Pokémon’s star rating, with higher IVs resulting in more stars.

Pokémon Star Ratings

Pokémon can have anywhere from 0 to 3 stars, with 3-star Pokémon having the highest battle potential, and the star rating is displayed when you Appraise a Pokémon, along with its IV bars, which show the Pokémon’s Attack, Defense, and HP stats.

Frequently Asked Questions

The following FAQs provide more information about Pokémon stars and how they work:

1. Can you raise Pokémon stats in Pokémon GO?: Yes, you can improve a Pokémon’s stats by giving it a Power Up or evolving it into a better version of itself.
2. Can you get stars on Pokémon GO?: Yes, Pokémon in Pokémon GO can have stars, which are displayed when you Appraise them, and the star rating is determined by the Pokémon’s IVs.
3. Can you make a 2-star Pokémon a 3-star?: No, you cannot directly change a Pokémon’s star rating, but Purification can increase a Shadow Pokémon’s star rating.
4. Is it worth keeping 0-star Pokémon?: Yes, 0-star Pokémon with high CP can be useful for leaving in Gyms or battling in Gyms, and Shiny Pokémon are worth keeping, even if they have low star ratings.
5. Can purified Pokémon become 3-star?: Yes, Purification can increase a Shadow Pokémon’s star rating, and it can potentially become a 3-star Pokémon.
6. Can you change Pokémon stars in Pokémon GO?: No, you cannot directly change a Pokémon’s star rating, but there are some exceptions, such as Trading and Purification.
7. Can you get a 5-star Pokémon in Pokémon GO?: Yes, 5-star Pokémon can be obtained through Raids, and they are extremely rare.
8. How do you tell if a Pokémon is 100% IV before catching it?: You cannot determine a Pokémon’s IVs before catching it, but you can Appraise it after catching to see its star rating and IV bars.
9. What is more important CP or stars?: Both CP and stars are important, as CP represents the Pokémon’s current state, and stars represent its battle potential.
10. What does 4* mean in Pokémon GO?: 4* means a Pokémon has perfect IVs, which is extremely rare.
11. How do you get evolving stars?: You can complete Evolving Stars field research tasks to obtain items that help with evolution, such as Eevee Candy and Evolution Stones.
12. Can you evolve a 4-star Pokémon?: Yes, you can evolve a 4-star Pokémon, and its star rating will remain the same.
13. What does a 3-star Pokémon mean?: A 3-star Pokémon has high battle potential and is considered to be a strong Pokémon.
14. How rare is a 4* Pokémon in Pokémon GO?: 4* Pokémon are extremely rare, with a 1 in 4,096 chance of obtaining one.
15. Should I purify first or evolve?: It is recommended to Purify a Shadow Pokémon before evolving it, as Purification increases the Pokémon’s CP and reduces the amount of Stardust and Candy required for evolution.