Ability profile
Download Pokemon Ability
Generation
Generation IV
Pokémon with ability
4
Effect
When this Pokémon enters battle, its Attack or Special Attack, whichever corresponds to its opponents' weaker total defensive stat, rises one stage. In the event of a tie, Special Attack is raised. This ability also takes effect when acquired during a battle.
Flavor text
Adjusts power according to the foe’s ability.
Quick summary
Download is a main-series ability from Generation IV. Open species profiles below to see typings, moves, and community fan rank where available.
Battle context
Generation debut
Generation IV
Download first appeared in Generation IV. Compare how newer releases reuse or power up the effect when building themed teams.
Main series
Yes
Download is used in main-series battles and links to 4 species profiles below.
4 Pokémon can have Download in the official dataset.
Fan favorite hub
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