updates | March 07, 2026

Where can I find Forretress?

There are several other locations where you are able to get Pineco: Route 3, Route 4, Route 22, Route 27, Route 29, Route 30, Route 31, Route 32, Route 34, Route 35, and others (info from pokemon.marriland.com). Try using headbutt at any of the listed areas to get your Pineco!

What evolves into Forretress?

Pineco
Forretress evolves from a Pineco at level 31.

Where can I find Pineco in Pokemon Platinum?

Sinnoh

PlatinumPearl
Walking in tall grass or a cave
Route 204 north, towards Floaroma Town+8% L10+8% L8
Route 204 south, towards Jubilife City+8% L5+8% L6
Route 210 south, towards Solaceon Town+8% L19–21+8% L18–20

What is Forretress type?

Bug
Steel
Forretress/Type

Is Forretress a good Pokemon?

This makes Forretress flexible; it can allow your Pokemon to sweep or to stall. Perhaps what sets Forretress furthest apart from other spinners is its Steel typing and high Defense, making it one of the best Pokemon to tank the powerful Outrages and other physical moves thrown around in the OU tier.

Does Pineco evolve?

Forretress
Pineco/Evolves to

Pineco (Japanese: クヌギダマ Kunugidama) is a Bug-type Pokémon introduced in Generation II. It evolves into Forretress starting at level 31.

Is Pineco a rare Pokémon?

In the Wild: This is your best bet, although, that said, Pineco is still pretty rare. And a Shiny even more so. Silph Road research suggests there’s about a 1/450 chance of encountering a Shiny. To boost your chances, head over to the Silph Road Global Nest Atlas to find your nearest Pineco nest.

Is Heavy Slam good on Forretress?

Best moveset for Forretress The best moves for Forretress are Bug Bite and Heavy Slam when attacking Pokémon in Gyms. This move combination has the highest total DPS and is also the best moveset for PVP battles.