TYPE SCOUT

Type guide

Ghost: weaknesses and best counters

Ghost is best countered with Ghost / Dark-type moves under Pokémon GO rules.

Weak to

Ghost 1.6×Dark 1.6×

Best types to bring

DarkDamage 1.6×Incoming damage 0.625×
GhostDamage 1.6×Incoming damage 1.6×

Resisted attacks

Poison 0.625×Bug 0.625×Normal 0.391×Fighting 0.391×

Practical battle advice

Against Ghost, verify that your Pokémon actually knows one of the listed counter moves. Moveset, level and battle format still matter.

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Last reviewed: 2026-07-25