We’re right here as we speak to have fun the easiest cat Pokémon, combing via over 900 critters and determining which of them deserve slightly salami as a deal with, and which of them we’d go “pspspspsps” to on our lengthy stroll residence. There are so much to select from, so apologies in case your favorite didn’t make the minimize. Simply know each cat is the purrfect kitty within the eyes of the proprietor, so no person is technically improper. So don’t electronic mail us about it.
We love all Pokémon right here and an entire heap of Pokémon video games, so why not go to a few of our wonderful guides subsequent? We’ve coated the very best canine Pokémon, Pokémon Go Extremely Beasts, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet tera raid battles, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet co-op, and Pokémon Scarlet and Violet new Pokémon.
Right here’s our information to the very best cat Pokémon.
Meowth
The principle man, the little man, the cheeky little chap. Meowth is definitely essentially the most well-known cat Pokémon, making up on third of the icon Staff Rocket trio, and educating himself learn how to communicate human in one of the gut-wrenching episodes of the Pokémon anime. He’s obtained an ideal scrappy angle and shortly turned identified for his capacity to make use of payday, a transfer that rewards the coach with cash after a battle. Why can’t my pets try this?
Over time, Meowth has additionally proven itself to be a really versatile Pokemon, displaying up in numerous kinds throughout numerous areas, together with the Alolan Meowth, Galarian Meowth, and a particular Dynamax type in Galar that pay tribute to the notorious ‘lengthy cat’ web meme. Whereas, personally, we hate its Alolan evolution that makes Persian appear to be emo Garfield, it does have one particular type a bit later that we love.
Perrserker
There’s just something so great about taking Meowth and giving it a Norse-inspired flavour, only to then have an evolution that takes this further as it pays tribute to the infamous berserker soldiers of the time. Perrserker has such a weird design, but just so loveable with its little Viking horns, and the new steel typing makes it an interesting version of what came before. Regional forms and evolutions are fairly hit and miss, but this one was a joy to discover in Galar.
Litten
One of the best starters in years, and with an evolution so popular it ended up in Super Smash Bros, Litten is one sassy little fire-type, and we love him. The black design with the red stripes is a really nice way to separate it from others, and in Pokémon Sun and Moon, it is a really tough choice between Litten and best boy Rowley. Sorry Popplio, nobody likes you.
Espurr
I think what makes me love Espurr so much is that with those wide, glistening eyes, it looks like it’s being haunted by the ghost of a Victorian child. Espurr is a psychic-type cat-like ‘mon that is as freaky as it is lovable, but don’t all the best cats have something a little kooky about them? It also evolves into the cool Pokémon Meowstic, known best for having distinct differences in design between the two genders. I just want to hug an Espurr and let it know everything is going to be alright.
Solgaleo
Not content with just having one great cat Pokemon, Sun and Moon delivered this chunky boy, as box legendary Solgaleo represented the Sun side of the two games. Based on a lion, this psychic and steel-type hybrid is a really interesting mix that actually provides nice type coverage, and its signature move Sunsteel Strike is one you don’t want to get in the way of. A split evolution from the adorable little Cosmog, considering that Pokémon can also somehow turn into the bat-like Lunala, it’s one of the most exciting evolution paths in all of Pokémon.
Suicune
Look, I can hear you. “But, the Gold and Silver legendaries are based on dogs?!?!” Are they? Are they? Look at Raikou, look at Entei. I’ll wait. They are based on a tiger and a lion. Now Suicune, obviously the coolest of all three, not least because it got its own spin-off with Pokémon Crystal, pushes this a little bit. Personally, I think it’s meant to be some sort of panther/deer hybrid, but it still makes out list of the best cat Pokémon.
Lots of legendary Pokémon show up in the games and the anime, but Suicune has always had this air of mythical regalness that elevates it above the others. Kayleigh would like to add that not everyone on team PT thinks Suicune is a cat, there’s some discourse at PT towers.
Sprigatitto
I have only had Spigatitto for a short while, but if anything happened to it, I’d burn this world down to the ground. Yes, it feels a little weird to be getting another cat-based starter Pokémon so soon after Litten, but I’m going to let Game Freak off the hook because they have absolutely nailed this grass-type cat’s design, and I just hope to Arceus that they don’t make it’s evolution another bipedal human-like freak. Let the poor cat stay on all fours, please.
So far, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet have probably the best starting lineup of Pokémon we’ve seen in years (Galar, you are rubbish), and come launch day, it’s going to be really tough for me to choose between this chirpy little guy Sprigatito and the crocodile crossed with Bubble Bobble dragon… thing… known as Fuecoco. Sorry, Quaxly, no love for you in this house.
That’s it for now folks, but if you are absolutely desperate to let us know why another cat Pokémon deserves a spot on this list, then be sure to let us know over at the Pocket Tactics Twitter account. However in case you message something supportive about Purrugly, you’ll be blocked. In the meantime, in case you’re exploring Paldea in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, remember to examine up and prepare for battle with our Pokémon Scarlet and Violet health club leaders information. Check out our Pokémon Go Eevee evolution, Pokémon Go raids, Pokémon Go group days, and Pokémon Go occasions guides for extra Go-specific content material.