Real Cricket 17 (RC17) Old Version

Short answer: RC17 is a mid-range version many players remember from a few phones ago. We don't host the file. We also can't confirm exact sizes or release dates, so treat any site that lists them without proof with care.

Who asks about RC17

Usually it is a player whose phone is a few years old. Others miss how the older game felt. Some just want a game that opens fast.

What people hope for

• A smoother game on an older phone.
• A smaller download.
• A familiar look and feel.

These hopes are fair. But an old file does not always deliver them.

What can go wrong

• Updates and fixes for old versions usually stop.
• The file may not install on a recent Android version.
• Online modes may not connect.
• Your saved progress may not carry to a newer release.
• Unofficial files can carry malware.

What to try first

1. Check the Play Store for the current requirements first.
2. Open the current game and lower the graphics. Our graphics settings guide shows how.
3. Free a few gigabytes of storage.
4. Close apps that run in the background.
5. Restart the phone and test again.

If your phone still struggles, read the 4 GB RAM guide. A lighter game may also be a better fit. See cricket games for Android.

If you still want an old version

Take care.

• Don't download from sites that ask for logins or surveys.
• Use a spare account.
• Back up your phone first.
• Scan the file before you open it.

We can't promise any old file is safe.

More versions

Back to the old versions list, or see the current game on the homepage. The official game lives on Google Play.

Quick checklist for RC17

• Is my phone slow, or is the game just set too high?
• Do I have a few gigabytes free?
• Have I lowered graphics in the current game?
• Is my account saved somewhere safe?
• Do I trust the place the file comes from?

If you answer no to the last two, stop and think again.

What we can and can't say

We can say that older versions have trade-offs. We can't say what is inside any file with RC17 in its name. We also can't promise it will install, run or connect.

Better questions to ask

Instead of "where do I get RC17?", try these:

• How can I make my phone run the current game better?
• Which graphics settings matter most?
• Is a lighter game a smarter choice?

You will often find a better answer there. Our list of cricket games can help if you want something lighter.