Stats & Training
The stat line revolves around HP. Percentage recovery gets extra mileage here. Attack backs it up, though Speed doesn't pull its weight. Worth 2 HP EVs on a slow 1.25M XP grind to max out.
When its belly is full, it becomes too lethargic to even lift a finger, so it is safe to bounce on its belly.
When its belly is full, it becomes too lethargic to even lift a finger, so it is safe to bounce on its belly.
Snorlax Weakness
Snorlax's Normal typing leaves it vulnerable to Fighting. It shrugs off Ghost-type attacks completely. Thick Fat reduces Fire/Ice damage, further improving the defensive spread. Snorlax's special bulk (base 110 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
In Black & White, Latios's Draco Meteor hits Snorlax for 41-48%.
 | S | |
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Snorlax View Latios builds →Draco Meteor41-48% Surf19-23% Dragon Pulse27-32% | ||
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityAnalytic ItemAir Balloon NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Snorlax View Starmie builds →Rapid Spin7-8% Ice Beam11-13% Hydro Pump19-23% Thunderbolt11-13% | ||
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemLum Berry NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Snorlax View Volcarona builds →Giga Drain11-13% Fire Blast24-28% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityDrought ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Snorlax View Ninetales builds →Fire Blast17-20% Flamethrower14-17% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Snorlax View Latias builds →Draco Meteor24-29% Surf11-13% | ||
Black & White Evolution
Snorlax is what Munchlax becomes. Breed it for Munchlax eggs (takes forever to hatch). Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are takes forever to hatch. The evolution from Munchlax pushed Snorlax to 540 total stats. HP saw the largest single gain at +25. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Snorlax to get Munchlax eggs (with patience) using 67 partners from the Monster egg group. Notable egg moves include After You, Charm, Counter and 9 more.
Black & White Snorlax Best Moveset
Thickfat gives Snorlax passive value while it walls. Careful nature boosts Sp. Def, max HP and Sp. Def EVs maximize the special wall profile, and Leftovers keeps it in the game.
Best Build
Snorlax best EVs are HP and Sp. Def
Wall Moveset
- Body Slam
- Rest
- Sleep Talk
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Breadth over depth defines this movepool. Snorlax won't stack one type's damage ceiling, but coverage across 12 types means it always has an effective option. Self-Destruct and Giga Impact anchor the STAB core.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Snorlax in Black & White
You're catching Munchlax first, not Snorlax. Munchlax appears but it's a rare spawn in the encounters below. The step cards map the full 2-stage line with evolution methods between each stage.
How to Obtain Snorlax in Black & White
Step 1Catch MunchlaxUndella TownWhiteIn-game trade Lv.60 CityLimitedPostAnyTrade for (give Cinccino)Undella TownBlackIn-game trade Lv.60 CityLimitedPostAnyTrade for (give Cinccino)
Step 2Snorlax ✓
Snorlax Guide
In Black & White, Snorlax looks average on paper at 540 BST. But Thick Fat is why it sees play. Build around that and it pulls its weight. B-Tier tank on our tier list. Body Slam with Leftovers is the standard set.
In Black & White, watch for Hitmonlee (Fighting) when using Snorlax. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about. At base 30 Speed, Snorlax won't outrun any of these threats so switching to a resist is usually the safer play.
Snorlax gets Thick Fat, Immunity, and Gluttony. But Thick Fat is the one that matters. It's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that.
Snorlax is a physical attacker with base 110 Attack. Tanky enough to absorb a few hits, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 30 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. Fits the tank role.
In Black & White, run Body Slam, Rest, Sleep Talk, and Earthquake on Snorlax. Body Slam is the most common pick at 20% usage. This set covers the tank role with a mix of damage and utility.
Game Availability
Available since Red & Blue, Snorlax appears in 21 games spanning 10 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained a Gigantamax form in Generation 8.
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 8SwShGigantamax
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