Pokémon GO Support Ending for Older Devices

Pokemon GO to Drop Support for Older Android Devices in 2025

Pokemon GO players using older Android devices will soon face an end to their gameplay. Two upcoming updates, scheduled for March and June 2025, will remove support for 32-bit Android devices. This means millions of players may need to upgrade their phones to continue their Pokemon catching adventures.

This change affects older Android models, though a specific list isn't fully comprehensive. The affected devices include, but aren't limited to, the Samsung Galaxy S4, S5, Note 3, and J3; Sony Xperia Z2 and Z3; Motorola Moto G (1st generation); LG Fortune and Tribute; OnePlus One; HTC One (M8); ZTE Overture 3; and certain Android devices released before 2015. The update in March will initially impact some Samsung Galaxy Store users, with the June update targeting 32-bit Android devices from Google Play. 64-bit Android devices and all iPhones will remain supported.

Players on affected devices are urged to safeguard their login credentials. While account access will be restored after upgrading to a compatible phone, gameplay will be unavailable until the upgrade is complete. This includes access to any purchased Pokecoins.

Despite this disruption, 2025 promises a flurry of Pokemon activity. The highly anticipated Pokemon Legends: Z-A awaits a release date, and rumors of Pokemon Black and White remakes and a new Let's Go title are circulating. While Pokemon GO's 2025 plans remain unclear, a leaked February 27th Pokemon Presents event might shed light on future updates. The game, launched in July 2016, maintains a significant player base, exceeding 110 million active players in December 2024, according to ActivePlayer reports. This upcoming change, however, will undoubtedly impact a portion of that player base.