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Drowzee is a Psychic-type Pokemon known for hypnosis, dream-eating powers and evolution into Hypno.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Drowzee guide supports current Pokemon games and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
| Description | Quick Facts |
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| Evolution | Locations |
| FAQ |
Drowzee is a Psychic-type Pokemon inspired by dream-eating myths. It evolves into Hypno at Level 26.
Competitive Overview
Drowzee can be useful in limited formats with Hypnosis, Psychic-type attacks and support moves.
Drowzee biggest strengths are special bulk and utility. Its biggest issue is low Speed.
Here are the key facts to know about Drowzee, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Drowzee
National Dex
#0096
Type
Psychic
Species
Hypnosis Pokemon
Height
3’03” / 1.0 m
100 cm
Weight
71.4 lbs / 32.4 kg
32.4 kg
Abilities
Insomnia, Forewarn, Inner Focus
Drowzee has solid Special Defense for an unevolved Pokemon, but low Speed.
Drowzee uses Psychic, Ghost, Electric and status moves across Pokemon games.
Reliable Psychic-type damage and a natural fit for this line.
A Psychic-type attack that can confuse the target.
Psychic-type damage that targets Defense instead of Special Defense.
A status move that can put opponents to sleep.
A classic move that drains HP from sleeping targets.
Boosts Special Attack and Special Defense for setup sets.
Coverage against Ghost and Psychic-type Pokemon.
Paralyzes opponents and supports slower teams.
Drowzee can learn a different move pool depending on the Pokemon game. Use the section below to view Drowzee’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Drowzee is a Psychic-type Pokemon. This gives it resistances to Fighting and Psychic-type moves, but leaves it weak to Bug, Ghost and Dark-type attacks.
Type
Psychic
Weaknesses
Bug, Ghost, Dark
Resistances
Fighting, Psychic
Immunity
None
None
Drowzee abilities support its main battle role and help define how it is used across Pokemon games.
Insomnia gives Drowzee a useful battle trait in supported Pokemon games.
Forewarn gives Drowzee a useful battle trait in supported Pokemon games.
Inner Focus gives Drowzee a useful battle trait in supported Pokemon games.
Drowzee evolves into Hypno at Level 26. The full Drowzee evolution line is Drowzee and Hypno.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Drowzee at Level 26
Drowzee is commonly found on routes, near cities and in psychic-themed areas.
| Game | Where to Find Drowzee |
|---|---|
Pokemon Red |
Route 11. |
Pokemon Blue |
Route 11. |
Pokemon Yellow |
Route 11. |
| Game | Where to Find Drowzee |
|---|---|
Pokemon Gold |
Routes 11 and 35. |
Pokemon Silver |
Routes 11 and 35. |
Pokemon Crystal |
Routes 11 and 35. |
| Game | Where to Find Drowzee |
|---|---|
Pokemon Ruby |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Sapphire |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Emerald |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon FireRed |
Route 11 and Berry Forest. |
Pokemon LeafGreen |
Route 11 and Berry Forest. |
| Game | Where to Find Drowzee |
|---|---|
Pokemon Diamond |
Route 215 with dual-slot LeafGreen. |
Pokemon Pearl |
Route 215 with dual-slot LeafGreen. |
Pokemon Platinum |
Route 215 with dual-slot LeafGreen. |
Pokemon HeartGold |
Routes 11 and 35. |
Pokemon SoulSilver |
Routes 11 and 35. |
| Game | Where to Find Drowzee |
|---|---|
Pokemon Black |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon White |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Black 2 |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon White 2 |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Drowzee |
|---|---|
Pokemon X |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Y |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Drowzee |
|---|---|
Pokemon Sun |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Moon |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Route 11. |
Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Route 11. |
| Game | Where to Find Drowzee |
|---|---|
Pokemon Sword |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Shield |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Route 215 and Dazzling Cave. |
Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Route 215 and Dazzling Cave. |
Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Drowzee |
|---|---|
Pokemon Scarlet |
South Province Area Two and West Province Area One. |
Pokemon Violet |
South Province Area Two and West Province Area One. |
Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Drowzee |
|---|---|
Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Drowzee. This FAQ is visible on-page content only.
Drowzee is a Psychic-type Pokemon.
Drowzee is weak to Bug, Ghost, Dark-type moves.
Drowzee evolves into Hypno at Level 26. The full Drowzee evolution line is Drowzee and Hypno.
Insomnia, Forewarn, Inner Focus
Psychic, Psybeam, Psyshock, Hypnosis, Dream Eater, Calm Mind, Shadow Ball, Thunder Wave.
Drowzee can be useful in the right format, but matchups and evolution stage matter.
Drowzee availability changes by game. Check the location tables above for each generation.
Location data not yet available.
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