Mew Pokédex: Stats, Weaknesses, Evolution and Moves

Mew official artwork
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Mew

New Species Pokémon

PSYCHIC

Because it can use all kinds of moves, many scientists believe Mew to be the ancestor of Pokémon.

Mew Pokédex brings together the essential information for Mew, including its typing, weaknesses, base stats, abilities, evolution line, forms, Pokédex entries and appearances across Pokémon games. Mew is National Pokédex #151 and was introduced in Generation I. It is a Psychic-type Pokémon.

This Mew Pokédex covers Mew across the Pokémon series rather than focusing on one game. You can use it to check core stats, weaknesses, evolution, forms, moves, locations and game appearances, then follow the related guides for more detailed game-specific help. Because it can use all kinds of moves, many scientists believe Mew to be the ancestor of Pokémon.

Mew at a glance

Type
PSYCHIC
Weak to
BUG2×GHOST2×DARK2×
Best base stat
Hp — 100
Abilities
Synchronize
Evolution
Final stage or no evolution data

Mew Pokédex overview

Mew has the Psychic typing, it belongs to Generation I, its Pokédex classification is the New Species Pokémon. Because it can use all kinds of moves, many scientists believe Mew to be the ancestor of Pokémon. The quick facts below bring together the key measurements and species details, while the rest of the Mew Pokédex breaks down its battle strengths, evolution, forms and appearances in more detail.

Mew quick facts

Height
0.4 m
Weight
4.0 kg
Generation
Generation I
Growth rate
Medium Slow
Capture rate
45
Base happiness
100

Mew Pokédex type and weaknesses

Mew is weak to Bug, Ghost and Dark. It resists Fighting and Psychic. These matchups come from Mew's typing, making this a quick way to check which attacking types are super effective against Mew and which types it can resist more comfortably.

Mew type effectiveness

Damage taken when Mew is hit by each type:

Weak to

BUG2×GHOST2×DARK2×

Resists

FIGHTING½×PSYCHIC½×

Based on Psychic typing. Abilities may modify these matchups.

Mew Pokédex stats

Mew has a base stat total of 600, with Hp as its highest listed base stat at 100. In the Mew Pokédex, base stats are useful for comparing natural strengths before a particular game layers on level, training, moves, abilities or battle formats. The bars below show the six standard stats side by side, making it easier to see where Mew is naturally strongest and where its lower base values sit.

Mew base stats

Hp100
Attack100
Defense100
Special Attack100
Special Defense100
Speed100
Total600

Mew Pokédex abilities

Mew can have Synchronize. Abilities can significantly change how Mew functions in battle, so they are worth considering alongside its typing and base stats. Any Hidden Ability is identified separately below.

Mew abilities

Synchronize

Copies burns, paralysis, and poison received onto the Pokémon that inflicted them.

Mew Pokédex evolution

No additional evolution information is shown for Mew. The evolution section shows the family together and includes evolution requirements where they apply, making it easy to see how each stage connects. Each Pokémon in the family can also be opened in its own Pokédex guide.

Mew evolution family

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Mew evolution requirements

Mew does not have a direct evolution requirement in the imported chain.

Mew Pokédex forms and shiny appearance

Mew has 1 form shown on this Mew Pokédex page. Alternate forms are grouped together so you can compare them in one place, while the artwork switcher lets you view the standard and shiny appearance when shiny artwork is available.

Mew normal artwork
Switch between the normal and shiny appearance of Mew.

Mew Pokédex game appearances

Mew appears in 20 Pokémon titles, including Black, Black 2, Blue, Crystal, Diamond and Emerald. Availability differs between games, so the list below separates each title and makes it easier to see where Mew appears without assuming the same method or location applies everywhere.

Mew game availability

BlackGame data
Black 2Game data
BlueGame data
CrystalGame data
DiamondGame data
EmeraldWild encounter
FireredGame data
GoldGame data
HeartgoldGame data
LeafgreenGame data
PearlGame data
PlatinumGame data
RedGame data
RubyGame data
SapphireGame data
SilverGame data
SoulsilverGame data
WhiteGame data
White 2Game data
YellowGame data

This uses imported PokéAPI encounter and game-index records. It does not guarantee current transfer, DLC or event availability.

Where can you find Mew?

The locations below show where Mew can be found across Pokémon games, including the encounter method, level range and encounter chance where available. Use the filters to narrow the list to a particular game and find the location information you need.

Mew encounter locations

1 records

GameLocationMethodLevelChanceConditions
EmeraldFaraway Island AreaOnly One30100%—

Mew Pokédex moves

The Mew Pokédex lists 200 moves below. Use the filters to narrow the list by move name, learning method, type or category. Move availability can differ between games and generations, so check the relevant game details when planning a specific moveset.

Mew move explorer

200 moves shown

LevelMoveTypeCategoryPowerAccuracyPPMethod
1ConfusionPSYCHICSpecial5010025Level Up
1MimicNORMALStatus——10Level Up
1PoundNORMALPhysical4010035Level Up
1Reflect TypeNORMALStatus——15Level Up
1TransformNORMALStatus——10Level Up
10AmnesiaPSYCHICStatus——20Level Up
10Mega PunchNORMALPhysical808520Level Up
11SwiftNORMALSpecial60—20Level Up
20Baton PassNORMALStatus——40Level Up
20MetronomeNORMALStatus——10Level Up
30Ancient PowerROCKSpecial601005Level Up
30PsychicPSYCHICSpecial9010010Level Up
33PsywavePSYCHICSpecial—10015Level Up
40BarrierPSYCHICStatus——20Level Up
40Life DewWATERStatus——10Level Up
50Nasty PlotDARKStatus——20Level Up
70ImprisonPSYCHICStatus——10Level Up
70Me ♀irstNORMALStatus——20Level Up
90Aura SphereFIGHTINGSpecial80—20Level Up
—Acid SprayPOISONSpecial4010020Machine
—AcrobaticsFLYINGPhysical5510015Machine
—Aerial AceFLYINGPhysical60—20Machine
—AgilityPSYCHICStatus——30Machine
—Air CutterFLYINGSpecial609525Machine
—Air SlashFLYINGSpecial759515Machine
—Alluring VoiceFAIRYSpecial8010010Machine
—Ally SwitchPSYCHICStatus——15Machine
—AmnesiaPSYCHICStatus——20Machine
—AssuranceDARKPhysical6010010Machine
—AttractNORMALStatus—10015Machine
—Aura SphereFIGHTINGSpecial80—20Machine
—Aurora VeilICEStatus——20Machine
—AvalancheICEPhysical6010010Machine
—Baton PassNORMALStatus——40Machine
—Beat UpDARKPhysical—10010Machine
—BideNORMALPhysical——10Machine
—Blast BurnFIRESpecial150905Machine
—Blaze KickFIREPhysical859010Machine
—BlizzardICESpecial110705Machine
—Body PressFIGHTINGPhysical8010010Machine
—Body SlamNORMALPhysical8510015Machine
—BounceFLYINGPhysical85855Machine
—Brave BirdFLYINGPhysical12010015Machine
—Breaking SwipeDRAGONPhysical6010015Machine
—Brick BreakFIGHTINGPhysical7510015Machine
—BrineWATERSpecial6510010Machine
—Brutal SwingDARKPhysical6010020Machine
—Bubble BeamWATERSpecial6510020Machine
—Bug BiteBUGPhysical6010020Machine
—Bug BuzzBUGSpecial9010010Machine
—Bulk UpFIGHTINGStatus——20Machine
—BulldozeGROUNDPhysical6010020Machine
—Bullet SeedGRASSPhysical2510030Machine
—Burning JealousyFIRESpecial701005Machine
—Calm ♂indPSYCHICStatus——20Machine
—CaptivateNORMALStatus—10020Machine
—ChargeELECTRICStatus——20Machine
—Charge BeamELECTRICSpecial509010Machine
—CharmFAIRYStatus—10020Machine
—Chilling WaterWATERSpecial5010020Machine
—Close CombatFIGHTINGPhysical1201005Machine
—CoachingFIGHTINGStatus——10Machine
—ConfideNORMALStatus——20Machine
—Confuse RayGHOSTStatus—10010Machine
—Cosmic PowerPSYCHICStatus——20Machine
—CounterFIGHTINGPhysical—10020Machine
—Cross PoisonPOISONPhysical7010020Machine
—CrunchDARKPhysical8010015Machine
—CurseGHOSTStatus——10Machine
—CutNORMALPhysical509530Machine
—Dark PulseDARKSpecial8010015Machine
—Darkest LariatDARKPhysical8510010Machine
—Dazzling GleamFAIRYSpecial8010010Machine
—Defense CurlNORMALStatus——40Machine
—DefogFLYINGStatus——15Machine
—DetectFIGHTINGStatus——5Machine
—DigGROUNDPhysical8010010Machine
—Disarming VoiceFAIRYSpecial40—15Machine
—DiveWATERPhysical8010010Machine
—Double EdgeNORMALPhysical12010015Machine
—Double TeamNORMALStatus——15Machine
—Draco ♂eteorDRAGONSpecial130905Machine
—Dragon BreathDRAGONSpecial6010020Machine
—Dragon CheerDRAGONStatus0015Machine
—Dragon ClawDRAGONPhysical8010015Machine
—Dragon DanceDRAGONStatus——20Machine
—Dragon PulseDRAGONSpecial8510010Machine
—Dragon RageDRAGONSpecial—10010Machine
—Dragon TailDRAGONPhysical609010Machine
—Drain PunchFIGHTINGPhysical7510010Machine
—Draining KissFAIRYSpecial5010010Machine
—Dream EaterPSYCHICSpecial10010015Machine
—Drill RunGROUNDPhysical809510Machine
—Dual WingbeatFLYINGPhysical409010Machine
—Dynamic PunchFIGHTINGPhysical100505Machine
—Earth PowerGROUNDSpecial9010010Machine
—EarthquakeGROUNDPhysical10010010Machine
—Echoed VoiceNORMALSpecial4010015Machine
—Eerie ImpulseELECTRICStatus—10015Machine
—Egg BombNORMALPhysical1007510Machine
—Electric TerrainELECTRICStatus——10Machine
—Electro BallELECTRICSpecial—10010Machine
—ElectrowebELECTRICSpecial559515Machine
—EmbargoDARKStatus—10015Machine
—EncoreNORMALStatus—1005Machine
—EndeavorNORMALPhysical—1005Machine
—EndureNORMALStatus——10Machine
—Energy BallGRASSSpecial9010010Machine
—Expanding ♀orcePSYCHICSpecial8010010Machine
—ExplosionNORMALPhysical2501005Machine
—FacadeNORMALPhysical7010020Machine
—Fake TearsDARKStatus—10020Machine
—False SwipeNORMALPhysical4010040Machine
—Feather DanceFLYINGStatus—10015Machine
—Fire BlastFIRESpecial110855Machine
—Fire PledgeFIRESpecial8010010Machine
—Fire PunchFIREPhysical7510015Machine
—Fire SpinFIRESpecial358515Machine
—Fire ♀angFIREPhysical659515Machine
—FissureGROUNDPhysical—305Machine
—Flame ChargeFIREPhysical5010020Machine
—FlamethrowerFIRESpecial9010015Machine
—Flare BlitzFIREPhysical12010015Machine
—FlashNORMALStatus—10020Machine
—Flash CannonSTEELSpecial8010010Machine
—FlingDARKPhysical—10010Machine
—Flip TurnWATERPhysical6010020Machine
—FlyFLYINGPhysical909515Machine
—Focus BlastFIGHTINGSpecial120705Machine
—Focus EnergyNORMALStatus——30Machine
—Focus PunchFIGHTINGPhysical15010020Machine
—Foul PlayDARKPhysical9510015Machine
—Frenzy PlantGRASSSpecial150905Machine
—Frost BreathICESpecial609010Machine
—FrustrationNORMALPhysical—10020Machine
—Fury CutterBUGPhysical409520Machine
—Future SightPSYCHICSpecial12010010Machine
—Giga DrainGRASSSpecial7510010Machine
—Giga ImpactNORMALPhysical150905Machine
—Grass KnotGRASSSpecial—10020Machine
—Grass PledgeGRASSSpecial8010010Machine
—Grassy GlideGRASSPhysical5510020Machine
—Grassy TerrainGRASSStatus——10Machine
—GravityPSYCHICStatus——5Machine
—Guard SwapPSYCHICStatus——10Machine
—Gunk ShotPOISONPhysical120805Machine
—Gyro BallSTEELPhysical—1005Machine
—HailICEStatus——10Machine
—Hard PressSTEELPhysical010010Machine
—HazeICEStatus——30Machine
—HeadbuttNORMALPhysical7010015Machine
—Heat CrashFIREPhysical—10010Machine
—Heat WaveFIRESpecial959010Machine
—Heavy SlamSTEELPhysical—10010Machine
—Helping HandNORMALStatus——20Machine
—HexGHOSTSpecial6510010Machine
—Hidden PowerNORMALSpecial6010015Machine
—High HorsepowerGROUNDPhysical959510Machine
—Hone ClawsDARKStatus——15Machine
—Horn DrillNORMALPhysical—305Machine
—HurricaneFLYINGSpecial1107010Machine
—Hydro CannonWATERSpecial150905Machine
—Hydro PumpWATERSpecial110805Machine
—Hyper BeamNORMALSpecial150905Machine
—Hyper VoiceNORMALSpecial9010010Machine
—Ice BeamICESpecial9010010Machine
—Ice PunchICEPhysical7510015Machine
—Ice SpinnerICEPhysical8010015Machine
—Ice ♀angICEPhysical659515Machine
—Icicle SpearICEPhysical2510030Machine
—Icy WindICESpecial559515Machine
—ImprisonPSYCHICStatus——10Machine
—IncinerateFIRESpecial6010015Machine
—InfestationBUGSpecial2010020Machine
—Iron DefenseSTEELStatus——15Machine
—Iron HeadSTEELPhysical8010015Machine
—Iron TailSTEELPhysical1007515Machine
—Knock OffDARKPhysical6510020Machine
—Lash OutDARKPhysical751005Machine
—Leaf BladeGRASSPhysical9010015Machine
—Leaf StormGRASSSpecial130905Machine
—Leech LifeBUGPhysical8010010Machine
—Light ScreenPSYCHICStatus——30Machine
—LiquidationWATERPhysical8510010Machine
—Low KickFIGHTINGPhysical—10020Machine
—Low SweepFIGHTINGPhysical6510020Machine
—LungeBUGPhysical8010015Machine
—Magic RoomPSYCHICStatus——10Machine
—Magical LeafGRASSSpecial60—20Machine
—Mega DrainGRASSSpecial4010015Machine
—Mega KickNORMALPhysical120755Machine
—Mega PunchNORMALPhysical808520Machine
—MegahornBUGPhysical1208510Machine
—Metal ClawSTEELPhysical509535Machine
—Metal SoundSTEELStatus—8540Machine
—Meteor BeamROCKSpecial1209010Machine
—MetronomeNORMALStatus——10Machine
—MimicNORMALStatus——10Machine
—Misty ExplosionFAIRYSpecial1001005Machine
—Misty TerrainFAIRYStatus——10Machine

Mew Pokédex entries

The Mew Pokédex entries below let you compare how Mew has been described across different Pokémon games. Pokédex wording often changes between versions, so reading the entries together is a useful way to see how its description has evolved across the series.

Mew Pokédex entries

GameEntry
Red

So rare that it is still said to be a mirage by many experts. Only a few people have seen it worldwide.

Blue

So rare that it is still said to be a mirage by many experts. Only a few people have seen it worldwide.

Yellow

When viewed through a micro­ scope, this POKéMON's short, fine, delicate hair can be seen.

Gold

Apparently, it appears only to those people who are pure of heart and have a strong desire to see it.

Silver

Its DNA is said to contain the genet­ ic codes of all POKéMON, so it can use all kinds of techniques.

Crystal

Because it can learn any move, some people began research to see if it is the ancestor of all POKéMON.

Ruby

MEW is said to possess the genetic composition of all POKéMON. It is capable of making itself invisible at will, so it entirely avoids notice even if it approaches people.

Sapphire

MEW is said to possess the genetic composition of all POKéMON. It is capable of making itself invisible at will, so it entirely avoids notice even if it approaches people.

Emerald

A MEW is said to possess the genes of all POKéMON. It is capable of making itself invisible at will, so it entirely avoids notice even if it approaches people.

Firered

A POKéMON of South America that was thought to have been extinct. It is very intelligent and learns any move.

Leafgreen

So rare that it is still said to be a mirage by many experts. Only a few people have seen it worldwide.

Diamond

Because it can use all kinds of moves, many scientists believe MEW to be the ancestor of Pokémon.

Pearl

Because it can use all kinds of moves, many scientists believe MEW to be the ancestor of Pokémon.

Platinum

Because it can use all kinds of moves, many scientists believe MEW to be the ancestor of Pokémon.

Heartgold

Apparently, it appears only to those people who are pure of heart and have a strong desire to see it.

Soulsilver

Its DNA is said to contain the genetic codes of all Pokémon, so it can use all kinds of techniques.

Black

Because it can use all kinds of moves, many scientists believe Mew to be the ancestor of Pokémon.

White

Because it can use all kinds of moves, many scientists believe Mew to be the ancestor of Pokémon.

Black 2

Because it can use all kinds of moves, many scientists believe Mew to be the ancestor of Pokémon.

White 2

Because it can use all kinds of moves, many scientists believe Mew to be the ancestor of Pokémon.

X

Because it can use all kinds of moves, many scientists believe Mew to be the ancestor of Pokémon.

Y

Its DNA is said to contain the genetic codes of all Pokémon, so it can use all kinds of techniques.

Omega Ruby

Mew is said to possess the genetic composition of all Pokémon. It is capable of making itself invisible at will, so it entirely avoids notice even if it approaches people.

Alpha Sapphire

Mew is said to possess the genetic composition of all Pokémon. It is capable of making itself invisible at will, so it entirely avoids notice even if it approaches people.

Lets Go Pikachu

When viewed through a microscope, this Pokémon’s short, fine, delicate hair can be seen.

Lets Go Eevee

When viewed through a microscope, this Pokémon’s short, fine, delicate hair can be seen.

Browse the Pokémon Pokédex to explore more species, or visit Pokémon.com for official Pokémon news and franchise information.

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