# Mobile Game Performance Upgrades Pokémon Go Now Allows Users to Increase Their Game's Framerate By Colin Smith | Published 2021-12-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-game-performance References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/pokemon-go-ios-higher-refresh-rates-123636483.html?src=rss)  'Pokémon Go,' the augmented reality Pokémon game developed by [Niantic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/niantic-scopely), has received a large [mobile game performance upgrade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-gaming-performance) after being out for nearly five years. Pokémon Go still has a large fanbase, and it still releases new features, such as additional Pokémon, frequently. This newest feature allows users to 'Unlock' the [frames-per-second (FPS)](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valorant-ue5) of the application to allow for a smoother viewing experience. Pokémon Go was previously locked at 30FPS, which is half of the refresh rate of a standard 60hz mobile phone, will now be able to run at whichever framerate each mobile device is capable of. This feature is found in the advanced settings on Pokémon Go, rather than being turned on by default, because the increased performance of the game requires more power from the phone, which can drain the phone's battery supply much more quickly. This update is good news to tech-savvy users who were dissuaded by the application's 30FPS lock. Image Credit: Shutterstock ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Increased Framerates:** Mobile games are allowing users to unlock higher FPS capabilities for a smoother viewing experience. - **Advanced Settings Customization:** Advanced settings options for mobile games can provide a more tailored user experience. - **Long-term Game Development:** Continued updates to mobile games can maintain user engagement and interest in the long term. ### Where This Applies - **Mobile Gaming:** Developers can focus on offering more customizable options to enhance user experience and interest. - **Smartphone Technology:** Advances in smartphone technology allow for higher performance and capability for mobile gaming. - **Battery Technology:** Innovation in battery technology is important for users looking to engage with higher performance mobile games for longer periods of time. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Improved Cloud Gaming Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geforce-now-update.md) - [Smooth Game Streaming Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/120fps-geforce-now.md) - [Mining Roguelike Game Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spelunky-2.md) - [Responsive Game Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyberpunk-2077-update.md) - [Baseball-Inspired Game Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokemon-go-1.md) - [Augmented Reality Game Divisions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/niantic-scopely.md) - [Augmented Reality Hunting Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monster-hunter-now.md) - [Complementary Social Gaming Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/social-ar-app.md) - [Augmented Reality Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campfire.md)