Windows — easiest option
Windows ZIP
Extract the ZIP and open Gen2Recomped.exe. This is the simplest Windows choice.
Gen2Recomped-0.8.12-windows.zipDownload Windows ZIP(opens in a new tab)Current Gen2Recomp downloads
Gen2Recomp Download
Choose the Gen2Recomp package made for your device. Every button downloads the matching original file directly from the current GitHub release.
Last updated:
Latest version
0.8.12
Released October 7, 2026, version 0.8.12 provides ten player downloads across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Switch, Xbox, RG34XXSP and the advanced LÖVE option. It includes the latest Platinum work, dual-screen choices, improved touch controls and Android import fixes.
Windows app installation
Windows MSIX
Use this if you prefer an installed Windows app. The matching certificate must be trusted once before installation.
Gen2Recomped-0.8.12-windows.msixDownload Windows MSIX(opens in a new tab)Mac
macOS app
Extract the ZIP, move Gen2Recomped.app to Applications and open it.
Gen2Recomped-0.8.12-macos.zipDownload macOS app(opens in a new tab)Linux and Steam Deck
Linux x86-64
Extract the ZIP and run the included AppImage. Steam Deck uses this package in Desktop Mode.
Gen2Recomped-0.8.12-linux.zipDownload Linux x86-64(opens in a new tab)Android phone or tablet
Android
Install the APK manually. A pre-v0.7.10 app needs one careful export, uninstall and reinstall.
Gen2Recomped-0.8.12-android.apkDownload Android(opens in a new tab)iPhone or iPad
iOS
This unsigned app must be installed with a sideloading tool such as AltStore or Sideloadly. It is not an App Store download.
Gen2Recomped-0.8.12-ios.ipaDownload iOS(opens in a new tab)Homebrew-capable console
Nintendo Switch
For a Switch already configured with Atmosphère and the Homebrew Menu. It does not install on a standard retail system.
Gen2Recomped-0.8.12-switch.zipDownload Nintendo Switch(opens in a new tab)Developer Mode only
Xbox UWP
Install through Xbox Developer Mode. Retail Mode cannot install this package.
Gen2Recomped-0.8.12-xbox-uwp.zipDownload Xbox UWP(opens in a new tab)Stock OS 64-bit MOD
Anbernic RG34XXSP
For the RG34XXSP Stock OS 64-bit MOD with PortMaster. Follow the folder placement exactly.
Gen2Recomped-0.8.12-rg34xxsp-stockos64-mod.zipDownload Anbernic RG34XXSP(opens in a new tab)Existing runtime required
LÖVE 11.5 package
Use this only if you already have the compatible LÖVE 11.5 runtime and know how to open a .love package.
Gen2Recomped-0.8.12.loveDownload LÖVE 11.5 package(opens in a new tab)No Pokemon game is included with any Gen2Recomp download.
Important setup notes
Choose the simplest path for your device
Windows ZIP is easiest
Most Windows players should use the ZIP. The MSIX is available if you prefer a normal app installation, but its matching certificate must be trusted once first.
iPhone and iPad need sideloading
Install the IPA with AltStore or Sideloadly. A free Apple ID normally needs the app to be refreshed every seven days.
Linux ARM64 is not current
Version 0.8.12 includes the x86-64 Linux download but no ARM64 download. Do not mistake the older v0.7.18 file for the current version.
Gaming devices have requirements
Switch needs Atmosphère and the Homebrew Menu, Xbox needs Developer Mode, and RG34XXSP needs its named Stock OS setup with PortMaster.
What you need before setup
Updating an older version
Desktop and mobile builds can check for newer versions automatically. Most console builds show that an update exists but still need a manual install. Switch also has its own over-the-air update option.
After downloading
Continue with the guide for your device
Computer users should extract ZIP downloads before opening them. Android users install the APK, while iPhone and iPad users install the IPA with their chosen sideloading tool. The launcher can import several compatible games and keep separate save profiles for them.