Pokemon GO is an augmented reality game that gets people to pick up their phones and go outside in search of Pokemon. But in the excitement of the game, something irreparable can happen: a gamer can get carried away with catching an animal and get into an accident or fail to notice an obstacle in front of him. For those who don’t want to go outside, but really love Pokemon, we offer two ways that will help you play Pokemon GO on PC. Before starting the installation, download the game file from the link.
Nox emulator
Nox emulator is the best solution for Pokemon catchers. Its installation is quite simple, and configuration does not take much time.Installation and configuration of Nox
The Pokemon will load and you can play. If, when you start the game, the inscription “gps signal not found” is highlighted at the top on a red background, then check to see if your exclamation mark is on; if it is on, then click on it and see what Nox warns us about. Click “Enable VT” if necessary and confirm our choice. Reboot the Nox emulator for the settings to take effect.If the WASD control gets in the way of playing, you can move it or adjust its transparency. To do this, click the second button from the top, move the control to the place we need and click save. If you want to take screenshots or record a game, you can press buttons one and two, although the recording quality will not be the best.
Bluestacks
Next up is the next emulator, which is more popular than Nox, although it takes longer to install and remove from the computer.Installing and configuring Bluestacks
Now you can start the game. To move, use WASD; to move quickly, hold Shift.
You can also move long distances, although you may get banned for this, so be careful. If you are still banned, then wait a couple of hours. You can understand that you have a ban if you stop dropping items at PokeStops, and all the Pokemon run away from you the first time you try to catch them.
If the emulator crashes during the game, simply delete your Google account in the settings, restart the emulator and re-enter the game.
Video. How to download and install Pokemon GO on PC using Nox and Bluestacks emulators
Many computer users would like to play Pokemon Go on their machines, but the existing emulators (especially the most popular of them - Bluestacks) are not very suitable for such purposes in their functionality. Today I will tell you how to run Pokemon Go on Nox App Player, a recently released Android emulator on PC that has special tools specifically for playing Pokemon GO.
The niche of Android emulators on PC has been firmly occupied by the well-known Bluestacks for a long time, while the share of other emulators is negligible. But the recently released Nox App Player emulator, according to experts, can significantly shake the hitherto established status quo. Nox App Player has a number of features that Bluestacks does not have, it perfectly emulates the Android 4.2.2 KiteKat operating system, has multitasking support, has an already installed Google Play catalog, and can also work with various game controllers. The developers promised reliable work with Windows 10 and support for all modern AMD processors. Read more about how to run Pokemon go on Nox App Player.
The hardware requirements for Nox App Player are as follows:
- Windows XP and higher;
- Intel or AMD processor with virtualization support;
- RAM – at least 512 megabytes;
- Video card with OpenGL 2.0 or higher;
- 1 gigabyte of free hard drive space.
At the same time, the game Pokemon go on the Nox App Player emulator runs faster than Bluestacks, and does not require a lot of unnecessary movements. Everything is quite simple, convenient, compact.
Launch Pokemon Go on Nox App Player
GamePokemon go Don't run it yet. Click on the fake geolocation icon (usually the fourth one from the top right), and indicate in the location bar the place where you are going to play Pokemon Go Nox App Player (for example, your city) and click Geocode. At the same time, remember that if you now indicate your city, and then decide to travel a thousand kilometers and catch Pokemon in Moscow or Northern Palmyra, then you may be banned for using a fake location in the game. Decide on one specific place and play only there.
- After selecting a location, click on “Ok” at the bottom.
- Also, in the general settings of the emulator, set “Root: On” (rooting), and in the advanced settings (Advanced) set the Perfomance Settings parameter to “High”.
- Restart the player after setting these settings (Restart Now).
- After restarting, check if the program has saved your fictitious location. If not, set the location again.
- Click on the game icon and launch Pokemon Go. Enter your age and Google account information.
The Pokemon Go game is starting. The character's walking in Nox App Player is controlled using the WASD keys, which allows you to play Pokemon without leaving your home.
- Instead of taps, you use mouse clicks on the screen, and throwing balls at Pokemon is done by holding down the left mouse button and moving the mouse from bottom to top.
- During the process of catching Pokemon, the Augmented Reality (AR) image will have to be turned off.
- You can hide the WASD panel using the “Simulate touch” button (second from the top on the control panel), and by going there you can adjust the visibility of these symbols to the desired value.
You can see the visual process of installing Pokemon Go on Nox App Player in the video:
Errors and problems when launching the game in Nox App Player
Below I will list the most common errors when launching the Pokemon go game in the Nox App Player emulator:
Why do I receive the message "GPS signal not found"?
This is a standard bug in the Pokemo go game related to determining your location. Restart Nox and the game itself. Go to settings, then location and set Mode to High accuracy.
Why I I get message“Our servers are humbled by your incredible response”?
Restart Pokemon Go or wait until the servers return to normal operation (due to technical work on them or their overload).
Why don't I see PokeStops and Gyms nearby?
Check your virtual location and install it in places where the game is definitely supported (for example, closer to local cities).
Why is the virtual card empty?
This is usually a problem with a slow Internet network. Wait a moment or reboot the emulator (or upgrade to a faster Internet package from your provider).
What should I do if the game suddenly freezes?
This may be due to network instability or server overload. Wait a moment or restart the game.
Why do I see glitches when opening the camera in the game?
This is because your computer does not support the AR feature. Just close the camera.
Why does the game freeze on the loading screen?
Go to the emulator settings, then to “Advanced”, and set the Rendering Mode to DirectX.
Why does my character move on its own or why does the game lag?
Enable VT (Virtualization Technology) mode.
If you have enabled VT, but the computer does not recognize it, turn off the antivirus and start over.
Why is there no option to log in via Google account at the beginning of the game?
Please indicate an older age.
How to update the game if there is a new version?
Uninstall the old game and then install the new version from a trusted source.
Conclusion
Nox App Player is simply made for playing Pokemon Go on PC. According to the developers, they wrote the product taking into account the requirements and specifics of this game, so playing “Pokemon” on Nox will be more comfortable than on any other Android emulator. However, nothing is perfect, and if you encounter game errors, then refer to the tips listed above in the article - some of them will definitely help you.
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The software product has a characteristic feature - an adaptation period, the duration of which depends on the professionalism of the developers. Subsequent updates, as a rule, rid the application of bugs, but “persistent” or unnoticeable ones lie in wait for the user. Today we will talk about why Nox App Player does not start, common causes of problems, and methods for resolving them.
Nox App Player is a program designed to emulate an operating system on top of a desktop one. Android OS with all the attendant features and capabilities is used as the base.
Among the advantages of the emulator are:
- Speed of processing user and system data.
- High performance gaming processes.
- Multitasking supported.
- intuitive interface, fine settings system.
The abundance of strengths is offset by emerging problems, a list of which is presented below.
Common problems with Nox App Player
Thematic forums are full of messages about the occurrence of an unknown error that prevents you from plunging into the fantasy world of another toy.
The problem solving process consists of several steps:
- After the occurrence, check the functionality of the system as a whole, identify factors or actions that could trigger the bug.
- Study the available material on the Internet.
- Apply the acquired knowledge practically.
A simple algorithm helps to get rid of the problem with a high degree of probability. However, we move on to consider specific cases.
Outdated graphics driver
The user, while using the emulator, may be faced with the fact that the version of your graphics card is outdated, but it is too early to panic. To solve the obstacle that has arisen, there are step-by-step instructions:
- We check for driver updates and initiate a search for the current version.
- We install new software and check the functionality of the emulator.
- If the problem persists, we go through the available versions and driver assemblies to identify a suitable option.
Another algorithm of actions is meaningless, since the program clearly indicates the shortcomings of the PC.
Incorrect data received from the server
When you try to update or download an application, a message appears on the screen: “an error occurred while receiving data from the server.” Despite the obvious server problems, as hinted at by the software product, the root of the problem is in the emulated system. Let's consider several solutions.
Option #1
We set the correct time on the virtual machine. The problem occurs due to a mismatch between the rates of sending and receiving information from Google resources.
Option No. 2
Restart Nox App Player, if there are no changes, we take drastic action. We remove the software environment and install the emulator again.
Option #3
Removing and re-adding your Google account can help resolve this common problem in some cases. 
Game applications won't launch
The problem is technical or software in nature. Let's consider both scenarios:
If the program crashes on your desktop, there is likely a problem with your PC's performance. Try to reduce the load on processing components by lowering the graphics. It would be a good idea to check for updates.
If keyboard control does not work, make sure you have one set of external peripherals. Often there is a conflict between the controller and the mouse/keyboard combination.
Google Play Service Error
The application displays the appropriate message in two ways: without specifying the code, it helpfully provides important information.
Let's consider the option when Google Play is silent, like a guerrilla:
Having a code makes it possible not only to identify the problem, but also to quickly find a solution.
An error 403 occurred in the Play Market services application - it occurs when the user purchases the software and has several independent Google accounts. A few clicks on the icon solve any difficulties that may arise.
Error 901 signals the end of authentication of the wireless connection to the Network. The solution to the problem is to reconnect to the Wi-Fi router.
There are lags/freezes
The procedure to follow when the Nox App Player Android emulator freezes is as follows:
- Install the latest drivers for the graphics adapter (they can increase FPS in gaming applications).
- We check the amount of available RAM and terminate resource-intensive processes. To do this, use the Windows Task Manager.
- We lower the graphics in the game in question, disable anti-aliasing and post-processing effects. Such changes will have little effect on the final image, but can improve software performance.
If user data is not saved in sufficient volume, make sure there is sufficient space on the system disk or internal storage.
Instead of a conclusion
Nox App Player is a popular emulator that has a positive reputation among users. However, technical or system problems interfere with the normal functioning of not only the virtual shell, but also running processes. The developers take a responsible approach to “working on bugs”, so technical support will answer all your questions.
For those who for some reason do not have a mobile phone with the appropriate system requirements for playing Pokemon go, they can try themselves as a trainer by playing on a computer without leaving home. Now you will learn how to play Pokemon Go through NOX Player.
System requirements for NOX APP
Before installation, make sure your computer meets the minimum system requirements to install the NOX application.
Minimum computer requirements
- Operating system: Windows XP SP3 \ Windows Vista \ Windows 7 \ Windows 8 \ Windows 10 with the latest service pack and DirectX 9.0c installed.
- Processor: any 2-core processors on the Intel or AMD platform
- Video card: supporting Open GL 2.0
- RAM: 1.5 Gb
- Disk space: minimum 1.5 Gb
- Internet: Internet access (stable connection)
- Media: no additional hardware requirements
- Operating system: Windows 7\Windows 8\Windows 10 with the latest service pack and DirectX 9.0c installed.
- Multi-core processors with VT-x or AMD-V support. When using virtualization technology, maximum performance will be achieved
- RAM: minimum 4 GB
How to download and install NOX Player
What is NOX player? This is the simplest Android device emulator. Its installation is quite simple. Download the application from the official NOX website.
Run the downloaded file and follow the simple steps to install
After clicking the Install button, the installation will begin. In a few seconds/minutes the android emulator will be installed.
After completing the installation, the program will immediately offer to launch NOX. Launching the application takes a significant amount of time, you will have to wait.
Setting up NOX for Pokemon Go
For Pokemon Go to work correctly, you need to configure NOX Player correctly.
First, let's change the language to Russian. To do this, go to the settings menu - located in the upper right corner
Select Russian language in the menu - as shown in the picture and click Save settings.
How to enable Root in Nox emulator
The Pokemon Go game will not work if you do not enable Root rights in the android Nox emulator.
This can also be done in the application settings on the general tab. After saving the settings, you need to restart NOX for the changes to take effect.
How to improve NOX performance on weak computers
If you have an old computer and the Pokemon GO application lags in NOX, make the following settings.
- Go to Settings
- Open the Advanced tab
- Set display settings to “Customize” and register 2048 MB of RAM
- Phone startup settings
- Set the rendering mode to fast. With this mode, the graphics will be minimal, but the lags in the Pokemon GO game will disappear
Restart NOX again to activate the selected settings.
How to run Pokemon Go in NOX
To run Pokemon Go through Nox you must first
- add your account to the emulator: Go to settings --> add google account (if you play through Pokemon Trainer Club, you can skip this action)
Then, through the menu on the right apk, select the downloaded game and installation will occur. A Pokemon shortcut will appear on the NOX desktop.
Before starting the game, set the geo position you need.
How to set NOX coordinates for Pokemon GO
In the right menu we find this icon
Click on it and see the map. In the search bar, you can specify any place where you want to catch Pokemon. Don't forget to click OK in the lower right corner of the window
Important! If you change your location over a very long distance, the game server will ban your account for several hours. Therefore, before entering the game, choose the place where you will be for a long time. Immediately after the restart, it is better not to change the current location either.
Tip: Save the coordinates of your location in a notepad, just copy them from here
NOX Pokemon Go GPS not found
The gps not found error will appear when launching Pokemon Go via NOX if you have not enabled Root rights in the NOX Player settings
Doesn't work NOX won't start
If NOX does not start, try clicking on the shortcut and running the application with administrator rights.
In this article we will talk in detail about how to install Pokemon GO on your computer and play without leaving your home. The process, including downloading and installing all the necessary programs, takes no more than an hour, and all the utilities used are absolutely free.
How to install Pokemon GO on a computer with Nox App Player?
It is impossible to play mobile games on a computer, since the Windows operating system (as well as Linux, as well as Mac OS) cannot open .apk files. However, there are a number of programs that act as a layer between your PC and some kind of virtual smartphone - emulators. The easiest way to play Pokemon Go from your computer is to use the free Nox App Player.
The safest thing to do is download the emulator directly from the developer’s website. Installing a program is no different from any other. If you are not sure of your knowledge, just agree with the standard settings and click Next. After installation, the emulator will open in tablet mode. You can immediately go into the settings and switch it to smartphone mode with a vertical screen layout.
Theoretically, you can install the application from the Play Market, but it is easier and more convenient to install it on your computer, and then import it into a virtual device using the corresponding button in the menu on the right. To avoid searching for this menu, you can simply drag the .apk file from any folder onto the Nox App Player window.
After installing the game, do not rush to log into your account or register a new one. Now you need to solve the location spoofing problem. A computer or laptop is not capable of transmitting dynamically changing . Fortunately, the emulator can do this itself without additional programs like Fake GPS or installing root rights.
Once you go to the change location menu, enter the name of the city where you plan to catch Pokemon in the top text field, and then click Geocode. The map will move to the specified settlement, and all you have to do is double-click on a specific point, and then click OK in the bottom line that appears. If you enter the game for the first time while in Australia, then after “teleporting” from it you will receive a permanent . It is better to choose cities near you.
Having moved to some point, log in using an existing account or create a new one. The emulator itself will tell you how to control the game character.
Other emulators work on the same principle, and therefore you will be able to download Pokemon GO to your computer for free and install it only with minor changes in the algorithm. After updates, the game may not run on emulators for some time, but pretty soon players find ways to bypass the new protection.
What are the features and limitations when playing on a PC?
Since playing Pokemon GO on a computer or using Fake GPS is prohibited, the developers are taking all measures to track cheaters. The server has learned to notice too frequent and distant teleportations, statistics monitor where you usually are and note all anomalies. Of course, programmers understood that people sometimes travel around the world. Using an airplane for these purposes can cause similar jumps across the map over very long distances. It is for this reason that you can fake your location if you remain careful and judicious.
If the selected emulator does not launch the game or displays a “Device not compatible” error, try using another application. Do not forget also that there are many ways to play Pokemon GO from a smartphone using cheats, including Fake GPS with a joystick.
Video instructions on how to install Pokemon Go on PC
This is one of the latest and easiest ways to install and configure Pokemon GO on your computer: