Pokémon GO APK 0.435.1

What is Pokémon GO?

Pokémon GO is a location-based mobile game. Wild Pokémon appear on a map of the real world around you, and you walk to find and catch them. Real landmarks become PokéStops, where you collect items, and Gyms, where teams battle for control. You can trade with friends, join Raid Battles against powerful Pokémon, battle other trainers, and hatch Eggs by walking.

Since its record-breaking launch in July 2016, Pokémon GO has passed 500 million downloads on Google Play. In 2025, Niantic sold the game to Scopely, and Google Play now lists the developer as Scopely Explore, Inc. It's one of the adventure games we list.

What's new in Pokémon GO 0.435.1

The latest Pokémon GO APK on Google Play is version 0.435.1, updated on October 29, 2026. The release notes on Play list:

• Minor bug fixes and performance improvements.

New Pokémon, events and features mostly arrive through the game's servers, so events start on schedule as long as your app is up to date.

Key features

Catch Pokémon

Tap a Pokémon on the map, then throw Poké Balls with a flick. Curveballs and well-timed throws inside the shrinking ring improve your chances. Berries help make tricky catches easier.

PokéStops and Gyms

Spin PokéStops to collect Poké Balls, Potions and other items. Join one of three teams and battle at Gyms to place your Pokémon and earn PokéCoins.

Raids

Team up with other trainers, in person or remotely, to battle powerful Raid Bosses. Defeat them for a chance to catch rare and Legendary Pokémon.

Eggs and buddies

Walk to hatch Eggs into Pokémon, and walk with a Buddy Pokémon to earn candy and build friendship.

Trading and battles

Trade Pokémon with friends nearby, and battle trainers in the GO Battle League.

Community Days and events

Community Days feature a specific Pokémon for a few hours, with special moves and bonuses. Seasonal events bring themed Pokémon and research tasks.

Tips for new trainers

• Turn on Adventure Sync. It counts steps when the app is closed, for Egg hatching and rewards.
• Use Nanab and Razz Berries. They make difficult Pokémon easier to catch.
• Save Stardust. Only power up Pokémon you plan to use in raids or battles.
• Add friends. Daily gifts and higher friendship levels give bonuses for trades and raids.
• Join Community Days. They're the best time to catch shinies and get special moves.
• Turn off AR mode. It saves battery and makes catching easier.

How to install Pokémon GO APK on Android

The easiest option is Pokémon GO on Google Play.

1. Check that your phone runs Android 9 or newer.
2. Open Google Play, search for Pokémon GO, and make sure the developer is Scopely Explore, Inc..
3. Tap Install, then open the game. Allow location access when asked; the game can't work without it.
4. Sign in or link an account in the game's settings, so your progress is saved if you change phones.

Without Google Play, install the official game carefully: get it only from Google Play or the developer, allow your browser or file manager to Install unknown apps when Android asks, then turn that permission off again under Settings → Apps → Special app access → Install unknown apps. Online games need the latest version, so outside Play you'll have to update by hand. APKPeer currently links to Google Play only and doesn't host a file for this game.

Is Pokémon GO APK safe?

The official Pokémon GO from Google Play is safe. It's published by Scopely Explore, Inc., rated Everyone with mild fantasy violence, has no ads, and offers in-app purchases from $0.99 to $99.99 per item.

Stay safe while playing:

• Watch where you walk. Don't play while driving or crossing roads, and be aware of your surroundings.
• Children. Younger players should use a Pokémon Trainer Club account set up by a parent and play with an adult nearby.
• Location privacy. The game uses your location while open. Don't share screenshots that reveal your home location.
• Spoofing and modified apps. GPS spoofing tools and modified APKs that let you "play from home" aren't from Scopely or The Pokémon Company. They break the terms of service, and accounts using them get warnings and permanent bans.

Pokémon GO vs alternatives

• Pokémon TCG Pocket is a card collecting game for when you're not out walking.
• Genshin Impact offers a huge fantasy world to explore from your sofa.
• Minecraft lets you build your own world instead of exploring a real one.

Pokémon GO is still the best excuse to go for a walk. Join a local community group to find raid partners, and Community Days become a great reason to get out together.