Stats & Training
Primeape's built around physical offense. Attack leads the charge, Defense pays for it. Moderately hard to find, worth 2 Attack EVs. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It will never forgive opponents who have angered it. Even after it has beaten them down until they can’t move, it never ever forgives.
The blood vessels in its brain are sturdier than those of other Pokémon, so it can stay healthy despite its constant raging.
Primeape Weakness
Flying, Psychic, and Fairy moves hit Primeape for super-effective damage. Primeape leans offensive (base 105 Atk) rather than trying to tank its weaknesses.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Flying, Psychic, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Bug, Rock, Dark |
 Lunala PsychicGhost | S | |
Obtain MethodMahalo Trail Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Primeape View Lunala builds →Dream Eater 2x141-167%KO Moonblast 2x89-106%KO Psychic 2x129-152%KO Fly 2x81-96% | ||
 Tapu Lele PsychicFairy | A | |
Obtain MethodRuins Of Life Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Primeape View Tapu Lele builds →Moonblast 2x129-152%KO Psychic 2x124-146%KO Psyshock 2x109-129%KO Extrasensory 2x109-129%KO | ||
 Salamence Dragon | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Primeape View Salamence builds →Fly 2x141-167%KO Zen Headbutt 2x85-100%KO Aerial Ace 2x96-114%KO | ||
 Metagross SteelPsychic | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Primeape View Metagross builds →Psychic 2x94-111%KO Zen Headbutt 2x127-150%KO Psyshock 2x84-99% Aerial Ace 2x64-76% | ||
 Necrozma Psychic | B | |
Obtain MethodMount Lanakila Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Primeape View Necrozma builds →Photon Geyser 2x133-156%KO Psychic 2x120-141%KO Psyshock 2x107-126%KO Psycho Cut 2x91-107%KO | ||
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Tapu Koko can KO Primeape with Dazzling Gleam (156-184%). Tapu Lele threatens a KO with Moonblast (230-270%). Gliscor deals 58-68% with Earthquake.
 Tapu Koko ElectricFairy | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityElectric Surge ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Primeape View Tapu Koko builds →Thunderbolt87-103%KO Volt Switch68-80% Dazzling Gleam 2x156-184%KO | ||
Tapu Lele PsychicFairy | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityPsychic Surge ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Primeape View Tapu Lele builds →Moonblast 2x230-270%KO Psyshock 2x194-228%KO Psychic 2x217-256%KO | ||
 Gliscor Ground | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityPoisonheal ItemToxic Orb NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Primeape View Gliscor builds →Earthquake58-68% | ||
Salamence Dragon | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMoxie ItemFlyiniumz NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Primeape View Salamence builds →Earthquake63-74% Outrage113-133%KO | ||
 Alakazam Psychic | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMagic Guard ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Primeape View Alakazam builds →Dazzling Gleam 2x89-105%KO Psychic 2x149-176%KO Shadow Ball44-52% | ||
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Evolution
Primeape is partway through a three-stage line between Mankey and Annihilape. The chain involves an evolution item, so it's not a straightforward grind. So far, HP got the biggest boost (+25 from Mankey). The final form adds another 80 stats on top. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Primeape to get Mankey eggs easily using 218 partners from the Ground egg group. Notable egg moves include Beat Up, Close Combat, Counter and 10 more.
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Primeape Best Moveset
The recommended build leans into Primeape's strengths as a physical attacker. Adrenalineorb provides extra utility, and max Attack and Speed EVs back that up. Defiant rounds out the package.
Best Build
Primeape best EVs are Attack and Speed
Doubles Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Close Combat
- Ice Punch
- Rock Slide
- Fire Punch
Recommended Teammates
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Close Combat
- Gunk Shot
- U Turn
- Stone Edge
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Coverage runs deep. Primeape can hit 13 types beyond STAB, including Dark and Normal. The offense anchors on Focus Punch and Close Combat while TMs handle everything else.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Primeape in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Primeape starts showing up in endgame routes at high spawn rates across 2 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Primeape in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Mankey is your first catch on the way to Primeape. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 9-57 across 6 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch MankeyRoute 3 - NorthUltra MoonGrass Lv.9-12 Route30%EarlyRoute 3 - NorthUltra SunGrass Lv.9-12 Route30%EarlyRoute 3 - SouthUltra MoonGrass Lv.9-12 Route30%EarlyRoute 3 - SouthUltra SunGrass Lv.9-12 Route30%Early
Step 2Primeape ✓Poni Plains - WestUltra SunGrass Lv.54-5760%PostShaking spotPoni Plains - WestUltra MoonGrass Lv.54-5760%PostShaking spotor evolve from Mankey (Step 1)
Primeape Guide
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Primeape isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Annihilape to unlock its full potential. At 455 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, watch for Aerodactyl (Flying), Alakazam (Psychic), and Clefable (Fairy) when using Primeape. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Mankey evolves into Primeape at level 28. Primeape evolves into Annihilape using a Rage Fist 20 Times. Primeape is a middle-stage evolution in the Mankey line.
Vital Spirit prevents sleep. That's the one you want on Primeape. Defiant is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Anger Point works too if your team needs something different.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Primeape fills the attacker role. It's a physical attacker with base 105 Attack. Base 95 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many.
Game Availability
Primeape has been part of the series since Red & Blue, appearing in 20 titles across all 10 generations. As a Gen 1 original, it's one of the most consistently available Pokemon in the franchise.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves