Pokémon Pokopia lets you play as a Ditto disguised as a human, and naturally, you get to decide exactly what that human looks like. From skin tone and hairstyle to full outfits and accessories, the customisation options go deeper than you might expect. Here is everything you need to know about changing your appearance in Pokémon Pokopia, both at the start of the game and as you progress.
Pokémon Pokopia Character Customisation Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Can You Customise at the Start? | Yes, during the intro sequence |
| Can You Change Appearance Later? | Yes, using a mirror or wardrobe |
| Where to Buy a Mirror | Pokémon Center PC Shop for 50 Life Coins |
| Free Mirror Location | Abandoned house east of Pokémon Center, Withered Wasteland (requires Rock Smash) |
| Save Changes at Mirror | Press + on the mirror screen |
| One Thing You Cannot Change | Your Ditto’s name |
| Unlockable Outfits? | Yes, found in the world and via Human Records |
| Unlockable Hairstyles? | Yes, found while exploring |
| Skin Tone Options | 10 (plus classic Ditto purple = 11 total) |
| Hair Colour Options | 28 |
| Starting Hairstyle Options | 7 |
| Starting Outfit Options | 2 |
| Total Confirmed Outfits | 10+ (community still discovering more) |
When Does Character Customisation Start?
The moment you boot up Pokémon Pokopia and meet your Ditto for the first time, the game immediately takes you into the character creation screen. Here you choose the initial look for your character before stepping out into the world. However, the only decision that sticks permanently is your Ditto’s name, so choose that carefully. Every other customisation option, from your hairstyle to your outfit, can be changed freely at any point after that.
How to Change Your Appearance in Pokémon Pokopia
To change your appearance after the initial setup, you need to interact with a mirror or any item that has a mirror attached to it, such as a dressing table or wardrobe. Mirrors appear in various locations throughout the game world, however the quickest and most reliable way to get one early is to buy a Large Mirror from the Pokémon Center PC Shop for just 50 Life Coins.
Before spending your Life Coins, however, it is worth knowing that a free Large Mirror is available early in the game. You can find it inside an abandoned house to the east of the Pokémon Center in the Withered Wasteland area. You will need the Rock Smash ability to reach it, but if you have that unlocked it is well worth grabbing before visiting the shop. Once you place a mirror in your home and interact with it, the full appearance menu opens up for you to make any changes you like. When you are done, press + to save your new look.
When you discover a new costume or hairstyle out in the world, the game gives you the option to wear it immediately. However, if you prefer to keep your current look and swap into it later, you can always do that at a mirror instead.
All Character Customisation Options in Pokémon Pokopia
Skin / Face Colour
You can choose from 11 skin tone options at character creation, including the classic Ditto purple for players who want to lean into the Pokémon origins of their character. You can change your skin tone at any time using a mirror.
Hairstyle
| Hairstyle | Availability |
| Short | Available at start |
| Pigtails | Available at start |
| Buns | Available at start |
| Two-Block Cut | Available at start |
| Braided Pigtails | Available at start |
| Locs | Available at start |
| Shaved | Available at start |
| Mermaid | Unlockable via ‘Unmasking True Misty’ Human Record (Withered Wasteland) |
| Parted | Unlockable (Withered Wasteland) |
| Additional styles | Community still discovering unlock methods (WIP) |
You start with 7 hairstyles to choose from, and more become available as you explore. The Mermaid hairstyle, for example, unlocks via the Unmasking True Misty Human Record found in Withered Wasteland. The community is still in the process of confirming unlock conditions for additional styles, so expect this list to grow over time.
Hair Colour
Pokémon Pokopia offers 28 hair colour options, ranging from natural browns and blondes through to vibrant reds and purples. You can change your hair colour as often as you like using any mirror in the game.
Outfits
You start with 2 outfits at the beginning of the game. However, as you progress, explore new areas, and collect Human Records, you unlock access to a growing wardrobe. At least 10 outfits are confirmed so far, with more potentially tied to Human Records still being discovered by the community.
| Outfit | Location / Unlock Method | Area |
| Familiar Outfit 1 | Available at start | N/A |
| Familiar Outfit 2 | Available at start | N/A |
| Ninja Outfit | ‘Legendary Ninja Family’ Human Record / deteriorated pink house | Withered Wasteland |
| Ranger Outfit | Human Record / near deteriorated gym area | Bleak Beach |
| Sailor Outfit | Human Record / behind the Steering Wheel | Bleak Beach |
| Super Nerd Outfit | Human Record / inside a cavern | Rocky Ridges |
| Rock-solid Outfit | Human Record / top of the ladders | Rocky Ridges (Cave) |
| Psychic Master Outfit | Sabrina’s Human Record | Sparkling Skylands |
| Black Belt Outfit | Black Belt Weekly Human Record | Sparkling Skylands |
| Team Rocket Outfit | Game Corner Human Record | Sparkling Skylands |
With at least 10 confirmed outfits available and more potentially tied to Human Records still being discovered, it is worth thoroughly exploring each new area as you unlock it. The community is still cataloguing the full list of unlock conditions, so treat the above as a working guide that will expand over time.
Tops, Pants, and Shoes
If you do not want to wear a full preset outfit, you can mix and match individual Tops, Pants, and Shoes separately. Both Familiar Top styles and Familiar Pants styles come in 8 colour variants each: Black, Blue, Purple, Yellow, Green, Red, Pink, and Cyan. Shoes follow the same colour system, giving you a wide range of combinations to personalise your look. Keep in mind that colour options are fixed per clothing piece, so each item comes in its own set of available colours rather than a universal palette you can apply freely.
Headwear
Pokémon Pokopia includes two Familiar Hat styles, both available in the same 8 colour variants. Additionally, unlockable headwear tied to specific outfits can be found in the world, including the Sailor Hat at Bleak Beach and the Super Nerd Glasses in the Rocky Ridges Cave.
Bags
Your character carries a bag on their back, and you can customise this too. There are two Familiar Bag styles, each available in 8 colour options to match your outfit of choice.
All Customisation Options at a Glance
| Category | Starting Options | Unlockable? |
| Skin / Face Colour | 11 (including Ditto purple) | No |
| Hairstyle | 7 | Yes, found while exploring and via Human Records |
| Hair Colour | 28 | No |
| Full Outfits | 2 | Yes, 10+ confirmed via exploration and Human Records |
| Tops | 2 styles, 8 colours each | Yes |
| Pants | 2 styles, 8 colours each | Yes |
| Shoes | 1 style (Familiar Sneakers), 8 colours | Yes |
| Headwear | 2 styles, 8 colours each | Yes, additional pieces in the world |
| Bags | 2 styles, 8 colours each | No |
How to Unlock More Outfits
There are two main ways to unlock additional outfits beyond your starting two:
1. Explore the World Outfits and their matching tops, pants, shoes, and headwear are hidden throughout the game world. As you venture into new areas such as Withered Wasteland, Bleak Beach, and Rocky Ridges, keep an eye out for items tucked inside buildings, caves, and behind landmarks. Each outfit piece is typically found in the same location as the rest of its set, so if you find one piece you are likely standing near the others too.
2. Collect Human Records Human Records are collectible items tied to specific characters and locations, found in ruins and throughout each area of Pokémon Pokopia. Each record unlocks a corresponding outfit for your character. For example, the Legendary Ninja Family record unlocks the Ninja Outfit, the Sabrina record unlocks the Psychic Master Outfit, the Black Belt Weekly record unlocks the Black Belt Outfit, and the Game Corner record unlocks the Team Rocket Outfit. Collecting each Gym Leader’s Human Record as you explore is one of the most rewarding ways to expand your wardrobe, and it gives you a strong reason to revisit areas and dig through ruins as you unlock new abilities.
Pro Tip: When you discover a new outfit or hairstyle out in the world, you can equip it on the spot or save it to try at a mirror later. However, keep in mind that colour options are fixed per clothing piece, meaning each item comes in its own set of available colours rather than a universal palette you can apply freely. Plan your mix-and-match combinations with that in mind.
Summary
- Character customisation starts at the very beginning of Pokémon Pokopia, immediately after your first meeting with Ditto.
- The only permanent choice is your Ditto’s name. Everything else can be changed freely at any time.
- You change your appearance by interacting with a mirror or wardrobe. You can buy a Large Mirror from the Pokémon Center PC Shop for 50 Life Coins.
- A free Large Mirror is available in the abandoned house east of the Pokémon Center in Withered Wasteland. You need Rock Smash to reach it. Press + on the mirror screen to save any changes you make.
- At the start, you have 11 skin options, 7 hairstyles, 28 hair colours, and 2 outfits.
- You can mix and match Tops, Pants, Shoes, Headwear, and Bags individually rather than wearing preset outfits if you prefer.
- Most clothing items come in 8 colour variants, with colours fixed per piece rather than applied from a universal palette.
- Additional hairstyles and outfits unlock as you explore new areas and collect Human Records. The Mermaid hairstyle unlocks via the Unmasking True Misty record in Withered Wasteland.
- Pokémon Pokopia has at least 10 confirmed outfits, with more tied to Human Records still being discovered by the community. Exploring ruins and new areas thoroughly is the best way to keep expanding your wardrobe.
- When you find a new outfit or hairstyle in the world, the game lets you equip it immediately or save it for later via a mirror.
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