How to delete Game Pigeon on iPhone in iOS 26

🗓️ August 5, 2025, By ✍️ Karly Wood

In Short

  1. Delete Game Pigeon completely from your iPhone using the Settings app. Go to Settings > Apps > Messages> iMessage apps > Delete the app. Follow the steps below.
  2. Get steps for iOS 17 & iOS 16 – Older iOS versions.

Game Pigeon is a popular iMessage extension that allows you to play games like 8-ball, Gomoku, and more with friends. However, if you no longer use it or want to free up space on your device, you might want to delete it. Here’s a complete guide on how to remove Game Pigeon from your iPhone.

Steps to Delete Game Pigeon iMessage on iPhone and iPad

  1. Open the Settings app.
  2. Scroll all the way to the Apps section on the screen.
  3. Please scroll down the screen to access the Messages section.
open settings app click on messages app
  1. Select the iMessage Apps option.
  2. On this page, you can view all installed apps within the Messages app.
  3. Tap the red (-) button next to GamePigeon.
tap on iMessaeg Apps and click on red minus button next to gamepigeon
  1. Now, click on the “Delete” button.
  2. To confirm, click on ‘Delete‘ in the pop-up window. This concludes the instructions (Deleting this app will also delete its data) for deleting Gampigeon in iMessage on an iPhone.
tap on delete and again tap Delete to confirm

Steps for iOS 16 and earlier versions

  1. Launch the “Messages” app.
  2. Select any Contact (Conversation).
  3. You will see multiple applications under the text bar (Horizontal App Drawer).
  4. Slide over them to the left.
  5. Tap “More”. Tap on the Edit button in the top right corner of the iPhone screen to hide from Favorites. See the picture below. If you wish to delete it entirely from your iPhone, then swipe the app or Game name to delete it [Please refer to the following picture for more information.].
Find installed Game and app in Message app on iPhone

Step #6: Now, locate “GamePigeon” and Disable the toggle to remove it from favorites.

Hide or Remove app or Game from iMessage app Drawer
Hide or Remove app or Game from iMessage app Drawer

Get more: Tips to Play Basket Ball and Golf Mini in iMessage

Remove the GamePigeon app from iMessage

  • Next, scroll down to find “GamePigeon” in the More Apps section.
  • To delete, swipe left to reveal the “Delete” option.
Delete app or Game from iMessage app Drawer on iPhone
  • Step #9: Press the “Delete” button..

That’s all.

Congratulations! You have successfully uninstalled the GamePigeon app from iMessage. This same process can be used to remove iMessage apps from your iPhone.

If you are unable to remove GamePigeon from iMessage, Try force-rebooting your iPhone or force-closing the iMessage app and try later to delete it.

Also read: Tricks to Play Tanks Sea Battler Game in iMessage

How to Hide GamePigeon in the iMessage App Drawer?

If you prefer not to delete the GamePigeon app from iMessage, you can choose to hide it instead. Hiding the GamePigeon app will make it invisible in the App panel of the chat screen. To do this,

  1. Open the “Messages” app.
  2. Tap on a particular contact.
  3. Slide the apps to the last and tap “More”.
  4. Tap “Edit”.
  5. Find “GamePigeon”.
Hide or Remove app or Game from iMessage app Drawer
  1. Select the GamePigeon app to hide from iMessage.
  2. Tap “Done”.

I hope you find a solution for deleting GamePigeon from iMessage on your iPhone or iPad. To uninstall the app, simply go to your device settings and remove it. You can reinstall it later from the App Store using the Message app’s app store. Please send us your feedback and leave a comment for more tips!

FAQ:-

1. Why can’t I find Game Pigeon in the App Store?

Game Pigeon is an iMessage app, so it doesn’t appear as a regular app on the home screen. Instead, it’s integrated into the Messages app.

2. Can I reinstall Game Pigeon later?

Yes! You can reinstall Game Pigeon anytime by visiting the iMessage App Store:
Open Messages, tap the App Store icon, search for Game Pigeon, and install it.

3. Does deleting Game Pigeon delete all game history?

Yes, deleting Game Pigeon removes its data from your iPhone, including game history and settings.

4. Will my friends still see Game Pigeon in chats?

Yes, your friends will still have Game Pigeon if they haven’t deleted it from their own devices.

5. Is Game Pigeon taking up a lot of storage?

Game Pigeon doesn’t typically take up much space, but removing it can help if you’re trying to free up room for other apps.

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Karly Wood
Karly Wood

Karly Wood is a journalist based in Ohio who specializes in covering Apple and technology trends. With a varied experience in reporting on public safety, government, and education, her insights bridge multiple disciplines, providing readers with a well-rounded perspective on today's technological advancements. If you need to contact me, you can reach me at karlywood.ohio@gmail.com or through (Facebook)

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