Imported saves can lose event progress
A previous update warned that most events reset when a save is brought in from elsewhere. The current update does not say this is fully fixed.
Current project status
Gen2Recomp Project Status
Gen2Recomp v0.7.18 is the current release. Pokemon Gold, Silver and Crystal are playable, but updates can still change setup, saves, visual extras and individual game events.
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Current Gen2Recomp version
Current release0.7.18 was released on August 18, 2026. It is available for Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, Steam Deck, homebrew Switch, Xbox Developer Mode and RG34XXSP.
The 0.7.5 to 0.7.10 update cycle added Crystal support, restored the Android package and added Dramatic Shapes to the release page.
What you can play now
Pokemon Gold, Silver and Crystal are the main Gen2Recomp games. Their Johto and Kanto journey includes day and night, breeding and the Day-Care, Pokegear, shiny Pokemon, held items and the familiar Generation 2 story. The Elite Four, Hall of Fame and Kanto path are working in the current release line.
Pokemon Red, Blue and Yellow are also supported. They remain available for players who want the Generation 1 games, while these guides keep the Generation 2 games as the main focus.
Current support at a glance
| Area | Current status | What players should know |
|---|---|---|
| Pokemon Gold & Silver | Supported | Main focus of the project and guides. |
| Pokemon Crystal | Supported | Revision 0 and Revision 1 are recognized. |
| Pokemon Red, Blue & Yellow | Supported | Available, but not the main Gen2 focus. |
| Windows | Available | Dedicated ready-to-open Windows package. |
| Mac & Linux | Available | Separate macOS, Linux x86-64 and Linux ARM64 packages. |
| Steam Deck, Switch, Xbox & RG34XXSP | Available | Each has the requirement shown on the Download page. |
| Android | Available | Current APK; older builds require a one-time export, uninstall and reinstall. |
| iOS | Not current | No package in v0.7.18. |
| Imported saves | Experimental | Story-event progress may reset. |
| Dramatic Shapes | Available | Version 0.7.18 is listed on the v0.7.18 release page. |
Important beta limitations
Some updates may need a fresh game setup
Earlier beta notes asked players to prepare their Pokemon game again after updating. Read the current changes before replacing a working version.
Pre-v0.7.10 Android builds need one reinstall
Export important saves from the older app before uninstalling it. If the old app predates v0.7.10, install v0.7.18 after exporting the save, prepare the same game and import the saved copy.
Mods need separate testing
A mod made for Gen1Recomp is not automatically safe for Gold, Silver or Crystal. Enable one mod at a time and keep a backup.
Can you play through Gold, Silver and Crystal now?
The current release supports the main Gold, Silver and Crystal journey through the Elite Four, Hall of Fame and Kanto. Keep backups and expect individual events, presentation details or setup steps to receive more fixes in later versions.