Pokeapi MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Pokeapi in Claude Code

Remote URL

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http pokeapi https://pokeapi.caseyjhand.com/mcp

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "pokeapi": {
      "url": "https://pokeapi.caseyjhand.com/mcp"
    }
  }
}

npm

Claude Code

claude mcp add pokeapi -- npx -y @cyanheads/pokeapi-mcp-server

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "pokeapi": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@cyanheads/pokeapi-mcp-server"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Pokeapi MCP server do?

Look up Pokémon, moves, abilities, items, natures, and type matchups from PokéAPI v2.

Is the Pokeapi MCP server free?

Yes, most likely. Open source and no paid account or API key is mentioned in the listing. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Pokeapi run locally or remotely?

Local + Remote. Can run locally or be used as a hosted remote server.

How do I add Pokeapi to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http pokeapi https://pokeapi.caseyjhand.com/mcp

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