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[Read this article] to learn how to utilize different Android versions available on BlueStacks 5.
Why Do I Need a Specific Android Instance?
Using the right Android instance ensures the best gameplay experience.
- Nougat 32-bit: For Android 32-bit games like Free Fire, Rise of Kingdoms, Among Us
- Nougat 64-bit: For Android 64-bit games like Teamfight Tactics, Rangers of Oblivion, Tera Hero
- Lollipop 32-bit: For older Android 32-bit apps like Dragon Raja
How to Download an Android Version
You can download an Android version in two ways:
Downloading via Multi-Instance Manager
- Open the Multi-Instance Manager and click New Instance.
- Select Fresh Instance and click the drop-down menu to choose your Android version.
- If the selected Android version is not installed, click Download when prompted.
- Adjust the engine settings, if needed, and click Create to generate the instance.
- Click Start to launch the new instance.
Downloading via BlueStacks Prompt
- When installing an app that requires a different Android version, BlueStacks will recommend downloading the required version.
- Click Download and then Launch to start a new instance with the recommended Android version.
List of Games for Different Android Versions
| Nougat 32-bit | Nougat 64-bit | Lollipop 32-bit |
| Free Fire | Teamfight Tactics | Fish Island: Fishing Paradise |
| PUBG: Mobile | Tera Hero | Ace Fishing: Wild Catch |
| Call of Duty: Mobile | Rangers of Oblivion | Dawn of Titans |
| Rise of Kingdoms | KarDia tou ABel | Dragon Raja |
| Among Us | Forza Street | Crusaders Quest |
How BlueStacks Helps You Choose the Best Android Version
- Open BlueStacks, search for a game in the search bar and click the game’s icon to install it.
- If the game requires a different Android version, BlueStacks will prompt you to install it.
- Click Download, and then launch to play on the correct instance. If no prompt appears, your game is already compatible with your current instance.
Thank you for choosing BlueStacks. We hope you enjoy using it. Happy Gaming!