With the new year on the horizon, Pokémon GO is keeping its trainers engaged with a mix of festive events, new raids, and holiday bonuses. However, while many are hunting for exclusive seasonal Pokémon, Ditto remains one of the more elusive creatures to find. Known for its unique transformation ability, Ditto can mimic specific Pokémon from a rotating list, adding a layer of challenge for those aiming to capture it.
Ditto’s Rotating Disguises: January 2025
In January 2025, Ditto continues to hide in plain sight, disguised as one of 11 Pokémon spanning various generations:
- Oddish
- Koffing
- Rhyhorn
- Goldeen
- Spinarak
- Numel
- Bidoof
- Solosis
- Gothita
- Bergmite
- Stufful
Interestingly, this list has remained unchanged since August 2024, which might make the hunt slightly easier for casual players familiar with previous disguises. When encountering one of these Pokémon, there’s a chance it will reveal its true form—marked by the classic “Oh?” animation during the capture attempt.
Tips for Identifying Ditto Before Capture
One method to distinguish a potential Ditto is by analyzing the Combat Power (CP) of the Pokémon. Ditto’s maximum CP is capped at 931 for trainers at Level 40, while its disguises, such as Rhyhorn or Numel, can have significantly higher CPs at the same level. This clue can help experienced trainers filter out likely candidates while saving time and resources.
Maximizing Your Chances of Finding Ditto
While Ditto spawns are random, there are several strategies to increase the odds of encountering this elusive Pokémon:
- Use Incense:
Incense boosts the overall spawn rate of Pokémon around you. The Daily Free Incense, available for 15 minutes each day, is a cost-effective way to improve your chances. For longer sessions, premium Incense purchased with PokéCoins can help maintain an increased spawn rate. - Activate Lures at PokéStops:
Lures can attract Pokémon to a specific area for 30 minutes, increasing the number of encounters and improving the odds of finding Ditto. Using both Lures and Incense simultaneously creates a strong spawn cycle, especially in high-traffic areas. - Stay Updated on Ditto Disguises:
Knowing the current disguise list is critical, especially since many of these Pokémon, like Bidoof or Stufful, can be easily overlooked. Regularly checking updates ensures you don’t miss out on spotting potential Dittos.
Final Thoughts
Ditto’s ability to blend in makes it both fascinating and frustrating to hunt. While it may take persistence, a combination of smart tools, knowledge of CP thresholds, and a bit of luck can help trainers add this iconic shapeshifter to their collection.
So grab your Incense, hit those PokéStops, and start your search for Ditto—January 2025’s disguise list makes it the perfect time to track down this elusive purple blob.
