If you’ve been waiting to get behind the wheel in GRID Legends: Deluxe Edition on Android, there’s finally some good news. Originally launched as a mobile port back in December, the game made its way to iOS first — though only through a downloadable IPA file, which meant skirting around the App Store. Android users, meanwhile, were stuck either empty-handed or jumping through hoops just to get access.
But that wait’s finally over. A group of dedicated fans recently cracked the Android version, bypassing the license check that previously made the game unplayable for many. That said, it’s not quite a plug-and-play experience just yet. You’ll still need a device that supports Google Play Services — and ideally something with a powerful chipset, like those running Adreno or Mali graphics. If your phone’s rocking an off-brand or older processor, don’t be surprised if the game refuses to launch.
Another heads-up: this isn’t a lightweight game. Before diving in, make sure you’ve cleared up at least 20GB of free space. Just downloading the HD texture pack will eat up around 10GB alone. You’ll also need tools like ZArchiver or SAI to handle the install process smoothly.
Even though the license check is gone, there’s still a chunk of extra game data that needs to be downloaded on first launch, so do yourself a favor and connect to a fast Wi-Fi network before you get started.
Honestly, for those who’ve been waiting months just to try the mobile version of GRID Legends, this is a solid win — even if it comes with a few setup headaches.
What do you think — is the hassle worth it? Drop your thoughts in the comments, or share your install experience. Let’s swap tips and maybe even a few gameplay stories while we’re at it.
