Pokemon GO to Drop Support for Older Devices in 2025
Several older mobile devices will soon lose compatibility with Pokemon GO, impacting players using 32-bit Android phones. Niantic, the game developer, announced that updates in March and June 2025 will end support for these devices. This affects a significant number of players, though the exact figure remains unconfirmed. The game, launched in July 2016, maintains a substantial player base despite its age.
The upcoming updates aim to optimize Pokemon GO for newer devices, leading to the discontinuation of support for older models. While a full list isn't provided, affected devices include various Samsung Galaxy, Sony Xperia, Motorola Moto G, LG, OnePlus, HTC, ZTE, and other Android phones released before 2015. Players using these devices are urged to save their login credentials to maintain access to their accounts after upgrading their phones. Access will be unavailable until the upgrade is complete.
This change will undoubtedly disappoint some players, but the broader Pokemon franchise has an exciting year ahead. Pokemon Legends: Z-A is anticipated, and rumors suggest potential remakes of Pokemon Black and White, along with a new Let's Go title. While Pokemon GO's 2025 plans remain unclear, a rumored Pokemon Presents showcase on February 27th may offer further details.
Affected Devices (Partial List):
- Samsung Galaxy S4, S5, Note 3, J3
- Sony Xperia Z2, Z3
- Motorola Moto G (1st generation)
- LG Fortune, Tribute
- OnePlus One
- HTC One (M8)
- ZTE Overture 3
- Certain Android devices released before 2015
