How to stream Pokémon GO IRL from your phone
You can screen cast Pokémon GO live with just your phone. No backpack, no capture card, no PC. Super Simple IRL grabs your screen and sends it straight to your stream, so your whole walk goes out to your viewers in real time.
Why Pokémon GO is great to stream
Pokémon GO is Niantic’s landmark augmented reality game. You walk around your real neighbourhood to catch Pokémon, battle at Gyms, take on Raids, and join community events. The action happens out in the real world, which is exactly what makes it one of the most popular games to stream IRL.
The walking is the show. Viewers come along for the exploration, the surprise spawns, and the shared energy of a Community Day. Raids give you a natural moment to team up, chat, and pull in your audience. Every catch is a little beat of drama your stream can build on.
What you need
- An Android phone with Pokémon GO installed and signed in.
- Super Simple IRL on the same phone to capture and send your screen.
- A streaming destination to receive the feed, such as a hosted SRT relay. See how to set up SRT streaming.
- A quick read of the screen casting basics so you know how capture works before you head out.
Stream Pokémon GO step by step
Open Super Simple IRL and tap This Screen
Launch the app and choose This Screen as your source. This tells the app to capture your phone display instead of a camera.
Add your SRT URL and set the bitrate
Go to Settings, paste in your
srt://destination, and set a target bitrate your upload can hold. Around 3 to 4 Mbps is a safe start for mobile data.Turn Device audio on for game sound
If you want viewers to hear Pokémon GO, turn Device audio on in the app. Leave it off if you only want your mic.
Tap go live and accept the capture prompt
Hit go live. Android shows a screen capture prompt, so tap Start now to allow it. The app begins sending your screen.
Open Pokémon GO and play
Switch over to Pokémon GO and start walking. The app keeps capturing in the background while you play.
You are live
Your walk and every catch is now going out to your stream. Head out, find some Pokémon, and enjoy it.
In-game tips for a clean stream
Turn on Do Not Disturb
Screen capture shows everything, including your notifications. Turn on Do Not Disturb so private messages and alerts do not pop up on stream.
Pick an orientation and stick to it
Play in portrait or landscape, but keep it consistent through the session so your layout does not jump around for viewers.
Keep the screen awake
If your screen sleeps, the capture goes dark. Set a longer screen timeout, or keep tapping so the display stays on while you play.
Plan for power
Consider turning on battery saver in the Pokémon GO settings, and carry a power bank. Streaming plus GPS plus the game drains a phone fast.
Watch your data
A live upload over your SIM uses real mobile data. Keep an eye on your plan so a long walk does not surprise you.
Recommended settings
- Resolution: 720p is plenty for a phone game and keeps the bitrate manageable.
- Frame rate: 30 fps suits Pokémon GO’s pace.
- Codec: H.265 for better quality at a lower bitrate, if your destination supports it.
- Bitrate: a value your upload can hold, around 3 to 4 Mbps for mobile data.
- SRT latency: set a latency suited to mobile networks so a shaky connection still arrives clean.
Frequently asked questions
Can I stream Pokémon GO without a PC?
Yes. Super Simple IRL captures your phone screen and sends it out over SRT, so you can stream Pokémon GO with just your phone. You do not need a PC, a capture card, or a streaming backpack to go live.
Will viewers see my exact location?
Only what is on your screen. The in-game map shows your general area, and street signs or landmarks in the camera can reveal where you are. Turn off overlays you do not want on screen, and avoid framing your exact address or your front door.
Is it against the rules to stream Pokémon GO?
Streaming your own gameplay is fine and common. What breaks Niantic's Terms of Service is GPS spoofing or third party tools that fake your location or automate play. Play fair, walk the real distance, and your account stays safe.
Does streaming drain the battery faster?
Yes. Running the game, the screen, GPS, and a live upload at once uses a lot of power. Turn on battery saver in the Pokémon GO settings, carry a power bank, and lower your bitrate a little if you need a longer session.