Game Pigeon deletes the same way as any other app, but the steps differ slightly depending on whether you're using an iPhone, iPad, or Mac
Game Pigeon is an iMessage app — a small program that runs inside Apple's Messages app rather than as a standalone application. Because of how it's built, removing it isn't quite the same as deleting a regular app. On iPhone and iPad, you delete it through the Messages app settings. On Mac, you remove it from your Messages extensions folder. Either way, the process takes less than a minute and Game Pigeon won't send you notifications or use storage space once it's gone.
The reason people usually want to delete Game Pigeon is straightforward: they're tired of game notifications in their group chats, or they don't want the app taking up space on their device. Removing it completely stops all of that. If you change your mind later, you can reinstall it from the App Store.
Key Takeaways
- On iPhone and iPad, open Messages, tap Edit in the top left, find Game Pigeon, and tap the red minus sign to delete it.
- On Mac, open Messages, go to Preferences, select the iMessage tab, find Game Pigeon in the extensions list, and uncheck it or remove it.
- Deleting Game Pigeon stops all notifications and removes it from your device, but you can reinstall it later from the App Store if you want it back.
- Game Pigeon is an iMessage extension, not a regular app, so it doesn't appear in your home screen or app library — it only shows up in the Messages app.
Removing Game Pigeon on iPhone or iPad
Open the Messages app and look for the Apps drawer — it's the row of icons at the bottom of the conversation screen, usually showing a heart, camera, and other small icons. Tap the App Store icon (the one that looks like a grid or plus sign) to open the full list of iMessage apps you have installed.
Once the app list opens, tap Edit in the top left corner. Game Pigeon will appear in this list. Tap the red minus sign next to it, then tap Delete to confirm. That's it — Game Pigeon is now removed from your Messages app.
If you don't see an Edit button, try long-pressing on Game Pigeon's icon directly. On some iOS versions, this brings up a delete option. The exact wording and button placement can vary slightly between iOS versions, but the principle is the same: find Game Pigeon in your iMessage apps and remove it from there.
Removing Game Pigeon on Mac
Open the Messages app and click Messages in the menu bar at the top of the screen. Select Preferences from the dropdown menu. Click the iMessage tab if it's not already selected.
In the Preferences window, look for the Apps section on the left side. You'll see a list of all your iMessage extensions, including Game Pigeon. Click on Game Pigeon to select it, then click the minus button below the list to remove it. Close the Preferences window and Game Pigeon is deleted.
On newer versions of macOS, you might instead see a checkbox next to each app. Simply uncheck Game Pigeon to disable it. If you want to fully remove it rather than just disable it, right-click on Game Pigeon and look for a delete or remove option.
What Happens After You Delete Game Pigeon
Once Game Pigeon is removed, it stops appearing in your Messages app entirely. You won't see the game icons in your conversation threads, and you won't receive any notifications from it. If someone sends you a Game Pigeon game in a group chat, you'll see a message saying the app isn't installed, but you can still view the game result if they share it as a screenshot or link.
Game Pigeon doesn't take up much storage space — it's a small app — but removing it does free up whatever space it was using. More importantly, it stops cluttering your iMessage app drawer and stops sending you notifications when friends challenge you to games.
Reinstalling Game Pigeon Later
If you delete Game Pigeon and later decide you want it back, you can reinstall it from the App Store. Search for "Game Pigeon" in the App Store, tap Get, and then tap Install. Once it's installed, it will automatically appear in your iMessage apps again.
Reinstalling takes about the same amount of time as deleting it — usually under a minute. Your game history and scores are tied to your Apple ID, so if you reinstall Game Pigeon on the same device, your previous games and stats will be there waiting for you.
If Game Pigeon Won't Delete
Occasionally, Game Pigeon might not delete through the normal method. If you tap Edit and don't see a minus sign next to it, try force-closing the Messages app and opening it again. On iPhone, swipe up from the bottom of the screen (or swipe down from the top right on newer models) to close Messages completely, then reopen it and try again.
If it still won't delete, restart your device. This clears temporary glitches that sometimes prevent apps from being removed. After restarting, open Messages and try the deletion steps again. If Game Pigeon still won't budge, the issue is usually temporary and trying again the next day often works.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does deleting Game Pigeon delete my game scores?
No. Your game history and scores are saved to your Apple ID account, not stored locally on the app. If you reinstall Game Pigeon later, your scores will still be there. Deleting the app itself doesn't touch that data.
Will my friends know I deleted Game Pigeon?
Your friends won't receive a notification that you deleted it. However, if they try to send you a Game Pigeon challenge and you don't have it installed, they'll see a message indicating the app isn't available on your device. They can still play — you just won't be able to receive or send games through Messages.
Can I hide Game Pigeon instead of deleting it?
On iPhone and iPad, you can't hide it without deleting it — iMessage apps don't have a hide option. Your only choices are to keep it installed or remove it. On Mac, you can uncheck it in Preferences to disable it without fully removing it, which is effectively the same as hiding it.
Does Game Pigeon use a lot of storage space?
No. Game Pigeon is a small app and uses minimal storage — usually less than 50 MB. It's not a major storage drain, but if you're not using it, removing it frees up a small amount of space and stops notifications from appearing.