Pokemon GO to Drop Support for Older Android 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 older Android models, though 64-bit Android devices and all iPhones will remain supported.

This news comes as Pokemon GO celebrates its upcoming ninth anniversary. While the game maintains a substantial player base (over 110 million active players in December 2024), this change will disrupt gameplay for those using unsupported devices. Players are urged to save their login credentials before the updates arrive.

Affected Devices (Partial List):

The official Pokemon GO website lists several affected devices, including but not limited to:

• 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
• Various Android devices released before 2015

Players using these devices will be unable to access their accounts, including any purchased Pokecoins, until they upgrade to a compatible phone.

Looking Ahead to 2025:

While this news may be disappointing for affected players, 2025 promises to be a significant year for the Pokemon franchise. Anticipated releases include Pokemon Legends: Z-A (release date pending) and rumored titles such as Pokemon Black and White remakes and a new Let's Go series installment. A potential Pokemon Presents showcase on February 27th may shed more light on future Pokemon GO developments. The upcoming year holds exciting possibilities for Pokemon fans, even as some players prepare for a necessary device upgrade.