The Pokémon GO App is regularly updated with new functionalities. Some of these can be seen immediately in the app by Pokémon players, while others are hidden behind the scenes in what is called the “Game Master”.
The Pokémon GO App Updates
The developers publish new app versions to either the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. However, the GO app developers do not specify what these updates are. They regularly republish the same sentences.
As an example, if you check the App Store’s version history, you will see the same version updates as follows.
“Trainers, we hope you’re enjoying your adventure in Pokémon GO! We update the app regularly with new events and features, so make sure to check the in-game News to stay up to date.”
Although they do not specify, the new updates also involve fixing bugs discovered in the previous updates. One thing is certain. New bugs are discovered with new updates, even though the previous ones may have been fixed.
While developer patch notes often remain vague, this section dives deep into the tangible changes impacting Pokémon Trainers.
Pokémon GO App Version History
One thing is that the app is the same on both platforms. However, they are represented differently. It is represented with an “A” on the App Store by Apple. It is represented with the letter “S” on the Play Store by Google, if you use a device made by Samsung.
Pokémon GO App Current Version 0.421.0
- Release date: July 23, 2026
The updates are bug fixes and performance improvements. The others are as follows.
- Game Master Updates
- Added
- Tampa Bay Rays 2 Location Background
- A new first-time use event image for Mega Evolution Attacks (third Charged Attack).
- Map effects for Dynamic Punch+ and Future Sight+ Adventure Effects.
- A new asset of the perfect appraisal stamp.
- Updated
- Custom attack animation override configuration table was extended to include “counterattack” fields for camera positioning, specifically for Cramorant activating Gulp Missile.
- Added
- Gameplay Updates
- Added
- The Ozone Ascent ticket.
- Mewtwo can now learn counter via Elite Fast TM.
- Updated
- Explorer Gadget Icon size reduced.
- Removed
- PokéStop power up tutorials.
- Photo Safari assets.
- Added
These are the current details for the new GO App update.
Pokémon GO App Previous Version 0.417.6
- Release date: July 15, 2026
- Game Master Updates
- Added
- Mega portrait accent color configurations were added for Mega Chandelure.
- New Location Backgrounds for the Red Jet and National Trust
- Six new Stamps for Stamp Rally
- Welcome back rewards for returning players are now disabled
- Stas for the move water-type Charged move, Dive
- Material references for Starmie Mega Energy and Chandelure Mega Energy
- Updated
- Maximum device memory for high-quality mode and for standard-quality mode.
- Cramorant’s moveset, camera, encounter, and model adjustment.
- Added
- Gameplay Updates
- Added
- Dynamax configurations for Deino, Zweilous, and Hydreigon.
- Professor Willow avatar
- Updated
- Inventory (Items, Pokémon, and Postcards) space increased.
- Stunfisk and Cobalion are no longer banned from the Fantasy Cup
- New Loading screen featuring the new name, Scopely Explore, and the Pokémon Company.
- Added
Pokémon GO App Previous Version 0.417.1
- Release date: June 30, 2026
- Game Master Updates
- Added
- World Championships 2026 Location Background
- The Pokédex now supports form buttons for Cramorant, Gulping Form Cramorant, and Gorging Form Cramorant.
- Assets for Mega Raichu, Mega Pikachu, and Gimmighoul holding a 10th anniversary coin.
- Snipe Shot stats and attack duration
- Willow’s Pikachu for his upcoming birthday.
- New stamp rally collection icon.
- Conversion of Link Charge into Stardust when the Link Charge holder is full.
- Added
- Gameplay Updates
- Added
- New PvP Battle System.
- GO Pass: July settings.
- New soccer/football shirt for a local event.
- Updated
- Added
Pokémon GO App Previous Version 0.415.3
- Release date: June 15, 2026
- Game Master Updates
- Added
- Pokémon Center stamps and Location Backgrounds.
- The base for the LATAM Special Background.
- Visual effects for the move, Dive.
- Move effects for Cramorant, switching to and from its Gulping Form and Gorging Form.
- Settings for Gimmighoul holding a 10th anniversary coin.
- Added
- Gameplay Updates
- Added
- Mega Skarmory’s first evolution costs 300 Skarmory Mega Energy
- 25 Skarmory Mega Energy for walking with it as your buddy, instead of 15.
- 10th anniversary stickers were pushed.
- Shadow configurations for Seel, Dewgong, Hoothoot, Noctowl, Axew, Fraxure, Haxorus, Reshiram, Noibat, Noivern, Rookidee, Corvisquire, and Corviknight.
- A new image for Unity Raid lobbies.
- Mega Energy colors for Raichu Mega Energy X and Raichu Mega Energy Y.
- New user interface now available for all Trainers.
- Updated
- Camera, encounter, and model scalar updates for Squawkabilly.
- Yellow Plumage Squawkabilly attack, dodge, and action probability
- App icon visual update.
- Special Research labels for every Trainer.
- Added
Version 0.413.2
- Release date: June 3, 2026
- Game Master Updates
- Added: Stats for the move Glaive Rush.
- Gameplay Updates
- Added
- Forever Forward loading screen and quest list.
- Location Background for Tokyo Swallows and Toyama All-stars.
- 500+ bag space upgrades available for both Pokémon and items. This is for in-person GO Fest ticket holders only.
- Updated
- AR photo banner images.
- The minimum level required to power up PokéStops was increased from 20 to 200.
- Some Pokémon’s move properties and availability.
- In-game shop banner to new Team Leader hairstyles.
- Ability to invite 10 friends to a remote raid
- Added
Version 0.413.1
- Release date: May 31, 2026
- Game Master Updates
- New attacks for some Pokémon.
- Changes to some of the Pokémon attacks’ effectiveness (cost and energy).
- A configuration table for device’s flashlight was added.
- Mega Energy icons with higher color resolutions.
- Electabuzz, Hoothoot, Noctowl, Elekid, Feebas, Milotic, and Electivire received Dynamax configurations.
- Mega Portrait accent color configurations were added for some Mega Evolutions that have been released in Pokémon GO. These are the colors used for the glow effect on a Pokémon’s summary screen after they’ve been Mega Evolved, at least once.
- Gameplay Updates
- LEGO special background added.
- Forever Forward stickers added.
- Cynthia-inspired avatar items added.
- Bulbasaur, Ivysaur, Venusaur, Charmander, Charmeleon, Charizard, Squirtle, Wartortle, Blastoise, Gigantamax Pikachu, Alolan Dugtrio, Alolan Exeggutor, Rhyhorn, Rhydon, Magikarp, Gyarados, Galarian Corsola, Ho-Oh, Feebas, Milotic, Combee, Rhyperior, female Frillish, Barbaracle, Zeraora, Sandaconda, Maushold (Family of Three), Klawf, Flittle, Wugtrio, and Revavroom received minor updates.
As Pokémon GO continues to evolve rapidly, staying updated on these underlying changes is crucial for competitive play and collection hunting. Check back regularly, as we will update this guide with new findings and app versions as they launch.
Please note that these details were sourced from the PokeMiners, PokeMod, and the internet.
