Up-Grade up-grade Sprite

Up-Grade is a peculiar item in the Pokémon series, primarily defined by its unique role in the evolution of the Pokémon Porygon. Introduced in Generation II, the Up-Grade is a digitally-themed item that, when held by a Porygon traded between players, triggers its evolution into Porygon2. This item showcases the game's innovative mechanics, as it integrates the concept of digital evolution within its gameplay.

Effects

  • Primary Use: When Porygon holds the Up-Grade and is traded to another player, it evolves into Porygon2. This evolution mechanism emphasizes the collaborative and trading aspects of Pokémon games.
  • Competitive Relevance: While the Up-Grade itself doesn't have immediate combat advantages, the resulting Porygon2 boasts improved stats and a broader move pool compared to its pre-evolution, making it valuable in various battle formats.

Interesting Facts

  • Origins and Inspiration: The Up-Grade’s concept is inspired by real-world

Attribute

Category:

evolution

Cost:

2000

Effect:

Flavor Texts:

Fling Effect

Fling Power

30

Game Indices

Up-Grade Pokémon

porygon2
Porygon2

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Cards

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