Gen 6 — Kalos region
Kalos started rolling out in late 2020 with 72 species. Xerneas (Fairy) and Yveltal (Dark/Flying) became Master League meta, while Talonflame redefined Ultra League fast-pressure leads. 60 of 72 species in this generation are currently released in Pokémon GO.
How many Gen 6 Pokémon are in Pokémon GO?
60 out of 72 Generation 6 species are currently released in Pokémon GO. Niantic rolls out new species gradually — some are gated behind regional events, raid debuts, or Special Research lines.
When did Gen 6 (Kalos) come to Pokémon GO?
The first Kalos-region species joined Pokémon GO around 2020, roughly 7 years after the main-series release in 2013. Niantic typically rolls out a generation over 12-18 months rather than all at once.
Who are the Gen 6 starters in Pokémon GO?
The Gen 6 starter trio is Chespin, Fennekin, Froakie. Starters get Community Day events where their final evolutions learn an exclusive move at boosted shiny rates.
What are the strongest Gen 6 legendaries for raids?
The Gen 6 legendary roster includes Xerneas, Yveltal, Zygarde, Diancie, and others. Hundo Hunter's tier list ranks each by raid attacker score (DPS × bulk × moveset) — check the dex entry on a specific legendary for the full breakdown.