Random Pokemon Generator

What is a Random Pokemon Picker & Generator?

A random Pokemon picker and generator is a free online tool that selects a random Pokemon from the full Pokedex and displays it instantly. Randomizer.tech's generator draws from a complete Pokemon database covering sprites, types, base stats, abilities, height, and weight for every Pokemon across all nine generations.

Our random Pokemon generator covers all 1,025+ Pokemon across all 9 generations, from Generation 1 (Kanto) introduced in Pokemon Red and Blue, all the way through Generation 9 (Paldea) from Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.

Pokemon Generations - Gen 1 to Gen 9 Complete List

Each Pokemon generation introduced a new region, new starter Pokemon, and a new set of Pokedex entries. Here's a quick overview of all 9 generations available in our generator:

• Generation 1 (Kanto) — 151 Pokemon, Pokemon Red/Blue/Yellow (1996). Starters: Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle.
• Generation 2 (Johto) — 100 Pokemon, Pokemon Gold/Silver/Crystal (1999). Starters: Chikorita, Cyndaquil, Totodile.
• Generation 3 (Hoenn) — 135 Pokemon, Pokemon Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald (2002). Starters: Treecko, Torchic, Mudkip.
• Generation 4 (Sinnoh) — 107 Pokemon, Pokemon Diamond/Pearl/Platinum (2006). Starters: Turtwig, Chimchar, Piplup.
• Generation 5 (Unova) — 156 Pokemon, Pokemon Black/White (2010). Starters: Snivy, Tepig, Oshawott.
• Generation 6 (Kalos) — 72 Pokemon, Pokemon X/Y (2013). Starters: Chespin, Fennekin, Froakie.
• Generation 7 (Alola) — 88 Pokemon, Pokemon Sun/Moon (2016). Starters: Rowlet, Litten, Popplio.
• Generation 8 (Galar) — 96 Pokemon, Pokemon Sword/Shield (2019). Starters: Grookey, Scorbunny, Sobble.
• Generation 9 (Paldea) — 120 Pokemon, Pokemon Scarlet/Violet (2022). Starters: Sprigatito, Fuecoco, Quaxly.

Random Pokemon Generator for Nuzlocke Challenges

One of the most popular uses for a random Pokemon generator is Nuzlocke challenge runs - where you want a random starter Pokemon without defaulting to the same Charmander or Mudkip every time. Filter by the generation that matches your game, set the count to 1, and let the generator pick your starter completely at random.

How to Pick a Random Starter for Nuzlocke

Select your game's generation in the filter bar above - for example Gen 1 for a Red/Blue Nuzlocke, Gen 3 for Emerald, or Gen 4 for Diamond/Pearl. Set the count to 1 and hit Generate. The result is your random starter. Want to use this as a strict challenge rule? Lock the card so it can't be rerolled and screenshot it as proof for your run.

Random Monotype Challenge Generator

For a monotype challenge run, filter by a single type - for example Fire only - then generate your full team of 6. Every Pokemon that comes up will be that type, giving you a themed team constraint to build your run around. You can combine this with a generation filter to keep it specific to one game's regional Pokedex.

Randomized Team Builder for Competitive Play

Competitive players use the random generator to build challenge teams - generating a random pool of 8–10 Pokemon and challenging themselves to build the strongest possible team from whatever comes up. This format is popular in Pokemon Showdown communities. Use the lock feature to pin Pokemon you want to keep and reroll the rest individually until you have a full team of 6.

How Many Pokemon Are There in Total?

As of Generation 9 (Pokemon Scarlet and Violet), there are 1,025+ Pokemon in the official National Pokedex. This count includes all base forms but excludes alternate forms, regional variants (like Alolan and Galarian forms), and Mega Evolutions. Our generator includes all 1,025+ base-form Pokemon and can generate any of them at random.

Looking for more Pokemon tools? Use our favourite Pokemon picker to vote on your all-time favourites, explore our Pokemon natures guide to understand nature effects and stat modifiers, or generate creative nicknames with the Pokemon name generator. Need a full team? The random Pokemon team maker builds a balanced team of 6 instantly.

Random Pokemon Nature Generator and Type Randomizer

Every Pokemon generated on Randomizer.tech is assigned a random Pokemon nature. There are 25 natures in total, each affecting a Pokemon's stat growth by boosting one stat by 10% and lowering another by 10%. Neutral natures such as Hardy, Docile, Serious, Bashful, and Quirky have no stat effect. The nature shown on each card, for example Jolly, Adamant, or Timid, is randomly assigned each time you generate, making this a useful random Pokemon nature generator for players planning competitive teams or Nuzlocke runs.

You can also use the Pokemon random type generator to generate random type combinations independently of any specific Pokemon. This is popular for fan game creators, ROM hackers, and players setting up a type-based challenge run. Filter by a single type on the main generator to use it as a pokemon nature randomizer and type challenge tool in one place. For a full breakdown of all 25 natures and their stat effects, visit the Pokemon natures guide.