Some creatures in Pokemon Go require alternative methods to evolve, like using special items such as the Sinnoh Stone. Due to how elusive it can be, here are all the ways to get a Sinnoh Stone in Niantic’s game.
Every Pokemon Go trainer wants to eventually catch ’em all, and this can be done in several ways in the game, from finding creatures in the wild to taking part in Raid Battles. However, some can only be obtained by evolving them with specific items.
One of the main evolution resources in the mobile game is the Sinnoh Stone, an item originally introduced back in 2019 that can specifically evolve Pokemon from Gen 4’s Sinnoh region.
If you’re still looking for one, here are all the ways to get a Sinnoh Stone in Pokemon Go.
How to get a Sinnoh Stone in Pokemon Go
Here are the four ways you can find this elusive item in the game:
- Earning a Research Breakthrough by completing seven Field Research tasks.
- Defeating a Team GO Rocket Leader.
- Winning PvP battles against other trainers.
- Earning a Mystery Item in the Go Battle League.
The main way to get a Sinnoh Stone is by completing Field Research tasks, which give you stamps. One stamp can be earned daily. After seven days, you can obtain a Research Breakthrough and a potential Sinnoh Stone.
You’ll also have a chance to receive them by defeating a Team GO Rocket Leader, defeating other players in PvP Trainer Battles, or earning a ‘Mystery Item’ reward in the Pokemon Go Battle League.
As you can see, there are a few ways to get your hands on Sinnoh Stones in the game, but they won’t come easily.
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Which Pokemon can evolve with a Sinnoh Stone?
There are currently 18 Pokemon that can evolve with the help of a Sinnoh Stone in Pokemon Go. All of these forms were first found in Gen 4’s Sinnoh region and evolved from previous generations.
Here’s the list of Pokemon that can evolve with a Sinnoh Stone and 100 Candy:
| POKEMON | SPRITE | POKEMON | SPRITE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhydon | Rhyperior | ||
| Electabuzz | Electivire | ||
| Magmar | Magmortar | ||
| Porygon2 | Porygon-Z | ||
| Togetic | Togekiss | ||
| Murkrow | Honchkrow | ||
| Misdreavus | Mismagius | ||
| Gligar | Gliscor | ||
| Sneasel | Weavile | ||
| Dusclops | Dusknoir | ||
| Roselia | Roserade | ||
| Aipom | Ambipom | ||
| Lickitung | Lickilicky | ||
| Tangela | Tangrowth | ||
| Yanma | Yanmega | ||
| Piloswine | Mamoswine | ||
| Kirlia (Male) | Gallade | ||
| Snorunt (Female) | Froslass |
With Sinnoh Stones in short supply in Pokemon Go, it will probably take a while to evolve every single one of these creatures, especially as each one requires 100 Candy alongside the Sinnoh Stone.
But as they can’t be found in the wild, this is the best way to add them to your Pokedex right now – unless you have a friend willing to trade them with you.
How to evolve Pokemon with Sinnoh Stones
To evolve your chosen Pokemon with a Sinnoh Stone, all you need to do is follow these steps:
- Click the Poke Ball icon displayed at the bottom-middle of the screen.
- Select ‘Pokemon‘ to open your collection.
- Find the creature you want to evolve and tap on it.
- Make sure you have a Sinnoh Stone and enough Candy to evolve it.
- Select ‘Evolve‘ which should be listed underneath ‘Power Up’.
Your chosen Pokemon will now use the Sinnoh Stone to evolve, and it will be ready to send out in battle!
That’s all you need to know about the Sinnoh Stone in Pokemon Go. If you’re missing other special items, check out how to get the Unova Stone, the King’s Rock, and the Metal Coat.