Kubfu Pokémon GO is a Fighting-type Pokémon with its own GO stats, move pool and evolution requirements. This guide covers whether Kubfu can be Shiny, how its evolution works, its weaknesses, current move pool and the main details worth knowing before you spend Candy or Stardust.
If you are building your collection or preparing for a future event, the Kubfu Pokémon GO information below keeps the permanent details in one place. Exact encounter availability changes through seasons and events, so current event guides should always be checked alongside this evergreen page.
Can Kubfu Be Shiny in Pokémon GO?
No. Shiny Kubfu is not currently released in Pokémon GO. Catching or encountering Kubfu therefore cannot currently produce its Shiny form. This section can be refreshed when the Shiny becomes available.
How to Evolve Kubfu Pokémon GO
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UrshifuUrshifuKubfu evolves into Urshifu with 200 Candy. Kubfu evolves into Urshifu with 200 Candy. Evolution requirements in Pokémon GO can be different from the main-series games, so the Candy, item, Buddy or time requirements above are the ones that matter in GO.
Kubfu Pokémon GO Weaknesses
Kubfu is weak against Fairy, Flying and Psychic attacks in Pokémon GO. These are the attacking types to prioritise when you need super-effective damage against Kubfu.
Kubfu resists Bug, Dark and Rock attacks. Pokémon GO uses its own battle multipliers, so the amount of damage differs from the main-series games even when the general type matchup is familiar.
Kubfu Pokémon GO Stats
Pokémon GO base stats are not currently available for Kubfu.
Kubfu Pokémon GO Moves
Kubfu can currently draw from the move pool below. The strongest choice depends on whether you are building for raids, Gyms, Team GO Rocket or PvP, so this evergreen guide lists the available moves rather than pretending one moveset is automatically best for every format.
| Move type | Available moves |
|---|---|
| Fast Moves | Rock Smash, Counter |
| Charged Moves | Brick Break, Dynamic Punch, Close Combat |
How to Get Kubfu in Pokémon GO
Kubfu is released in Pokémon GO, but its exact encounter methods can change as seasons, events, raids, eggs and research rotate. For that reason, the safest way to hunt Kubfu Pokémon GO is to check the current Pokémon GO guides on The Click alongside this evergreen page rather than relying on an old spawn list.
When Kubfu is set as your Buddy Pokémon, it requires 20 km of walking per Buddy Candy. Buddy walking can therefore provide another steady Candy source when Kubfu is not appearing frequently.
Is Kubfu Worth Catching in Pokémon GO?
Yes, there are good reasons to keep catching Kubfu Pokémon GO when it is available. Candy can be used toward its evolution line. Whether you should invest Stardust in a particular Kubfu depends on its IVs and the battle format you actually plan to use.
More About Kubfu
For the wider species information outside Pokémon GO, including main-series stats, abilities, forms and game appearances, visit the Kubfu Pokédex. The Kubfu Pokémon GO guide can then stay focused on GO-specific mechanics. You can also visit the official Pokémon GO website for official game announcements.
