Pokemon Let’s Go brought a fresh take on IV checking to the series, making it more accessible than ever before. Whether you’re breeding competitive Pokemon or just want to build the strongest team possible, understanding your Pokemon’s IVs is crucial.
What Are IVs in Pokemon Let’s Go?
Individual Values (IVs) are like your Pokemon’s genetic code – they’re hidden stats that determine how strong your Pokemon can potentially become. In Let’s Go, each Pokemon has IVs ranging from 0 to 31 in six different stats: HP, Attack, Defense, Special Attack, Special Defense, and Speed.
How to Check IVs – The Judge Feature
The easiest way to check IVs in Pokemon Let’s Go is through the Judge feature. But first, you’ll need to unlock it. Head to the Pokemon GO Park Complex in Fuchsia City and speak to the Game Director. After you’ve transferred 30 Pokemon from Pokemon GO, he’ll give you the Judge feature.
Once unlocked, here’s how to use it:
– Open your Pokemon Box
– Select any Pokemon
– Press Y to see detailed stats
– Look for descriptive phrases about your Pokemon’s stats
Understanding IV Ratings
The Judge uses specific phrases to indicate IV values:
– “Best” = 31 IVs (perfect)
– “Fantastic” = 30 IVs
– “Very Good” = 26-29 IVs
– “Pretty Good” = 16-25 IVs
– “Decent” = 1-15 IVs
– “No Good” = 0 IVs
Alternative Methods: Candy and Level
You can also get a rough idea of IVs by:
– Using Candy to boost stats
– Comparing your Pokemon’s stats with others of the same species and level
– Looking at CP values when catching
Tips for Finding Perfect IVs
Want to catch Pokemon with better IVs? Try these strategies:
– Build catch combos (31+ catches increases perfect IV chances)
– Use lures to attract Pokemon
– Look for Pokemon with red/blue auras in the overworld
Remember, while perfect IVs are great, they’re not everything. I’ve seen trainers succeed with average IV Pokemon through smart strategy and good team composition. Focus on enjoying the game first, and let the IV hunting come naturally as you play.
If you’re just starting out, don’t stress too much about IVs – they’re more important for competitive play than story progression. As you get more comfortable with the game mechanics, you can gradually work on building a team with optimal stats.
