To update Call of Duty Mobile, open your device's official app store and find the game's listing to tap the Update button.
How to update call of duty mobile on iPhone
Open the App Store and tap your profile picture or photo in the top-right corner. Tap App Updates, then tap Update next to Call of Duty: Mobile, or tap Update All to install all pending updates at once. Call of Duty: Mobile requires an iPhone or iPad with at least 2 GB of RAM and iOS 15.0 or later. If your device is not compatible, update the operating system first by going to Settings > General > Software Update and installing any available iOS version.
How to update call of duty mobile on Android
Open the Google Play Store, tap the ☰ menu icon at the top of the screen, and select My apps & games. Find Call of Duty: Mobile in the list and tap Update if the button appears. If your Android device is not running a supported OS version, go to Settings and look for System update or Software update (the exact name varies by manufacturer) to install the latest system software before updating the game.
Download extra content after updating
After updating to Version 35.0 or later, Activision requires you to use the in-game Download Manager to redownload certain content. Launch Call of Duty: Mobile, tap the Down Arrow icon at the bottom of the main lobby screen, and follow the prompts to complete the additional download. This step is necessary to access all maps, modes, and assets after a major update.
Enable automatic updates for call of duty mobile
To avoid manually checking for updates in the future, turn on automatic updates. On iPhone, go to Settings > App Store and enable Updates under Automatic Downloads. On Android, open the Google Play Store, tap the ☰ menu, go to Settings, tap Auto-update apps, and choose either Over Wi-Fi only or At any time. With automatic updates enabled, Call of Duty: Mobile will update itself whenever a new version is released.
Troubleshooting when the update won't work
If the update fails to start or complete, follow Activision's recommended sequence. First, restart your device. Second, try updating the app again through the app store. Third, update your device's operating system to the latest version. Activision also says to restart the device if needed, then update the device software.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I update Call of Duty: Mobile on iPhone?
Open the App Store, tap your profile picture or photo, then tap App Updates. You will see Call of Duty: Mobile listed if an update is available.
Where do I update Call of Duty: Mobile on Android?
Open the Google Play Store, tap the ☰ menu, select My apps & games, and find Call of Duty: Mobile in the list. Tap Update if the button appears.
Does the game need extra downloads after updating?
Yes.
Will updating delete my progress?
No. Your in-game progress, achievements, and account data are stored on Activision's servers and linked to your account. As long as you use the same login method, all progress is preserved after an update. This is why COD Mobile account linking is important, it ensures your data carries over if you switch devices or reinstall the game.
Can I update Call of Duty: Mobile using mobile data?
Yes, you can update using mobile data, but Activision recommends using a Wi-Fi connection for larger updates to avoid excessive data usage and potential carrier charges.
