Pokemon Guide
Kricketune is a Bug-type Pokemon. This guide covers Kricketune’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and competitive overview information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Kricketune guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
| Description | Quick Facts |
| Stats | Best Moves |
| All Moves | Weaknesses |
| Evolution | Locations |
| Abilities | FAQ |
Kricketune is the evolved form of Kricketot and a Bug-type Pokemon known for its musical design, distinctive cry and early-game Bug-type role.
Competitive Overview
Kricketune is usually a lower-tier competitive Pokemon, but it can provide early-game offense and utility with Bug-type attacks and sound-based moves. Its best use is often as a quick early evolution rather than a long-term competitive centerpiece.
Kricketune’s biggest strengths are its early evolution, Technician or Swarm utility and access to moves like X-Scissor. Its biggest issue is low Speed and limited defensive value.
Here are the key facts to know about Kricketune, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Kricketune
National Dex
#0402
Type
Bug
Species
Cricket Pokemon
Height
3’03” / 1.0 m
100 cm
Weight
56.2 lbs / 25.5 kg
25.5 kg
Abilities
Swarm, Technician
Kricketune has usable Attack for early-game battles but weak defenses and Speed compared with stronger Bug-type Pokemon.
These are some of Kricketune’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
Kricketune’s reliable physical Bug-type attack.
A useful Bug-type move that can benefit from Technician in some formats.
A physical Normal-type attack with an increased critical-hit chance.
A sleep move that can disrupt opponents when it connects.
Can boost Attack after knocking out a target.
Coverage with a boosted critical-hit chance in games where available.
Bug-type damage with recovery in games where available.
A setup move that can boost Kricketune’s physical damage.
Use the section below to view Kricketune’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Kricketune is a Bug-type Pokemon. Its weaknesses, resistances and immunities are listed below.
Type
Bug
Weaknesses
Fire, Flying, Rock
Resistances
Grass, Fighting, Ground
Immunity
None
Kricketune’s abilities give it different battle roles depending on the game and format.
Powers up Bug-type moves when HP is low.
Powers up weaker moves, giving some attacks extra value.
The Kricketune evolution line is shown below.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Kricketot at Level 10
Kricketune’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Use the dropdowns below for game-by-game location notes.
| Game | Where to Find Kricketune |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Kricketune |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Kricketune |
|---|---|
 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 |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Kricketune |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Evolve Kricketot at Level 10 or find in select Sinnoh locations depending on the game. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Evolve Kricketot at Level 10 or find in select Sinnoh locations depending on the game. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Evolve Kricketot at Level 10 or find in select Sinnoh locations depending on the game. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Kricketune |
|---|---|
 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 Kricketune |
|---|---|
 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 Kricketune |
|---|---|
 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 |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Kricketune |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Evolve Kricketot at Level 10 or find in select Grand Underground and route encounters depending on version. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Evolve Kricketot at Level 10 or find in select Grand Underground and route encounters depending on version. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Kricketune |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Found in South Province and other Paldea areas depending on version and encounter data. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Found in South Province and other Paldea areas depending on version and encounter data. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Kricketune |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Kricketune. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Kricketune is a Bug-type Pokemon.
Kricketune is weak to Fire, Flying, Rock-type moves.
Evolves from Kricketot at Level 10
Kricketune’s abilities are Swarm, Technician.
Kricketune’s useful moves often include X-Scissor, Bug Bite, Slash, Sing.
Kricketune is usually a lower-tier competitive Pokemon, but it can provide early-game offense and utility with Bug-type attacks and sound-based moves. Its best use is often as a quick early evolution rather than a long-term competitive centerpiece.
Kricketune can be found, evolved, transferred or traded depending on the Pokemon game.
Yes, shiny Kricketune is available in Pokemon games that support shiny encounters or transfers for this Pokemon.
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