Xiaomi Gaming Center: A Complete Guide to an App for Gamers

If you own a Xiaomi device and you notice a mysterious Game Center on your app list, don't rush to remove it. It's not just another pre-installed program, but a powerful tool for optimizing gameplay. The app is designed specifically for users who like to play on the brand's smartphones or smart TVs, it automatically recognizes game launches and offers unique features to improve performance, manage notifications and even record gameplay.

But how does this center work? Why does it only appear during games? And can it be customized? In this article, we'll go through all the features of the Xiaomi Gaming Center in detail, talk about hidden features that aren't obvious at first glance, and give practical tips on optimization. And answer the most popular question: should it be turned off if you're not a gamer?

What is Xiaomi Gaming Center and Why You Need It

Game Center (Game Center or Game Turbo depending on the device model) is a system application that is automatically activated when you run any game on Xiaomi, Redmi or other devices. POCO. Its main goal is to improve performance by optimizing the CPU, RAM and GPU resources, but that's just the tip of the iceberg.

In fact, the application performs several key functions at once:

🎮 Acceleration FPS — Automatically redistributes system resources to make games run smoother.
📵 Block notifications – prevents pop-ups during play that can distract you.
📹 Screen recording – allows you to save the best moments of gameplay without installing third-party programs.
🔋 Heat control – limits the maximum load on the processor so that the device does not overheat.
🔊 Customization of sound – strengthening bass or switching to game audio mode.

I wonder what Mi's on TVs are. TV or Redmi Smart TV The game center works a little differently: it optimizes input delays (input lag) when connecting a gamepad or keyboard, and also offers special modes for cloud games (Xiaomi Cloud Gaming or Xiaomi Cloud Gaming). NVIDIA GeForce NOW).

⚠️ Note: Some budget models (e.g. Redmi) 9A or POCO C31) The game center can be a simplified version without screen recording and advanced settings. FPS. This is due to the limitations of iron.

How to start and configure the Game Center on a smartphone

The app is activated automatically when you open any game, but you can also manually run it.

Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
Find the Game Center (or Game Turbo) in the list.
Click Open or Run any game – the center icon will appear as a floating window.

To customize the application for yourself:

Slip on the floating window of the Game Center during the game.
Select the Settings tab (cog in the upper right corner).
Activate or deactivate the required functions: 🔄 Auto-cleaning of memory – closes the background processes before starting the game. 📵 No notifications – blocks all pop-up windows. 📊 Monitor FPS — The number of frames per second in real time. 🔋 Energy saving mode – limits heating, but can reduce productivity.

Enable auto-cleaning of memory

Turn off the power saving mode

Activate the monitor FPS

Enable screen recording (if necessary)

Block notifications-->

On Xiaomi TVs, the way to setup is different: Settings → The device → Game Mode: You can turn on low latency (good for shooters) or optimise for gamepad.

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Hidden functions of the Game Center, which few people know

Most users use the Game Center only to block notifications, but there are a few hidden features that can greatly improve the gaming experience:

1.Do Not Disturb Mode for Individual Games

You can customize the rules for each game, for example, for PUBG Mobile disable all notifications, and Clash Royale only leaves calls:

Start the game and open the game center.
Slap the icon. ⚙️ → Notification settings.
Select which notifications are allowed to be displayed during the game.

2. Quickly clear the cache

If the game starts to slow down, you don't have to go out and clean the memory manually.

Swipe down the Game Center panel.
Press the icon. 🧹 Clear the memory.

This closes all the background processes without affecting the game itself.

3. Screen recording with voice

What many people don't know is that the Game Center has a built-in recorder that can record not only video, but also microphone sound.

Open the settings of the Game Center.
Go to Screen Recording. → Recording settings.
Activate the option to record sound from the microphone.

4. Screenshots with one touch

Instead of the standard button combination (Loudness down) + Power) you can take a screenshot directly from the interface of the Game Center - just click on the icon 📸 floating-menu.

How to Enable Hidden Performance Mode+"

In some firmware MIUI There is an undocumented mode that accelerates the processor to 10-15% It's in the game, so it can be activated: 1. Start any game and open the Game Center. 2. Tap. 5 once-icon FPS-monitor. 3. In the menu that appears, select Extreme Performance. ⚠️ This mode increases heating and battery consumption!

Game center on Xiaomi TVs: features and settings

On Mi. TV Redmi Smart TV The game center is integrated into system settings and works differently than on smartphones, its main task is to minimize input lag when connecting gamepads, keyboards or mice, which is critical for cloud gaming (Xbox Cloud Gaming, GeForce). NOW) emulator.

To set up the Game Center on the TV:

Go to Settings. → The device → Game mode.
Activate options: 🎮 Low Delay Mode – Reduces Lag when connected to the gamepad. 🖥️ Optimization for PC games – improves compatibility with the keyboard / mouse. 🌐 Cloud gaming priority – speeds up streaming video.

On Google TVs TV (for example, Xiaomi TV A2) The game center also supports automatic switching to game mode. HDR, If the game supports it (for example, Cyberpunk 2077 in GeForce) NOW).

Function	Smartphone	Television
Screen recording	✅ Yes.	❌ No.
Blocking notifications	✅ Yes.	❌ No (only for system-specific applications)
Optimizing FPS	✅ Yes, up to 120 Hz)	✅ Yes, up to 60 Hz)
Low-delay mode	❌ No.	✅ Yes (for gamepads)
Temperature monitor	✅ Yes.	❌ No.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with MediaTek processor (e.g. Mi) TV 4S) The game mode can work unstable when connecting wireless gamepads. In this case, it is recommended to use a wired connection through the Internet. OTG.

How to remove or disable the Game Center if you don’t need it

If you are not playing on the device, the floating window of the Game Center can be annoying. Unfortunately, you cannot completely remove it (this is a system application), but you can turn off autoplay:

Method 1: Through application settings

Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
Find the Game Center and select Disable.
Confirm the action (all these applications will be deleted).

Method 2: ADB (for advanced users)

If the shutdown did not help, you can block auto-start via the command:

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.gameturbo

To get it back, use:

adb shell pm enable com.miui.gameturbo

Method 3: Hide a floating window

If you do not want to turn off the center completely, but the floating panel interferes, you can hide it:

Run any game.
Slip on the Game Center icon.
Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Do Not Show Automatically.

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If after the game center is turned off, the game starts to slow down, return it back. MIUI designed to work with this application, and its absence can upset the balance of resources.

Problems with the Game Center and how to solve them

Sometimes the game center may not work properly, and here are the most common problems and solutions.

1. The game center does not appear when the game is launched

Causes and solutions:

🔄 Application disabled - check in Settings → Annexes.
📱 The game is not recognized – add it manually through the Settings of the Game Center → My games.
🔧 Firmware error - update MIUI last-minute.

2. Screen recording is not working

Frequent problem on Android 12 devices+. Decisions:

📹 Give permissions - check in Settings → Permits → Screen recording.
🗃️ Lack of memory – free up space or change the quality of the recording 720p.
🔄 Resetting settings – in the settings of the Game Center, select Reset recording settings.

3.The game center is heating the device strongly

If your smartphone or TV is overheating:

🔥 Turn off the "Productivity" mode+" (if it's on).
📉 Limit it. FPS — in the game settings or through the Game Center.
🧊 Use cooling - for smartphones suitable cooling case.

4. no optimization for the gamepad on TV

The problem is typical for TVs with Android TV 9. Decision:

Update the TV firmware.
Connect the gamepad via cable (not Bluetooth).
Reset the Game Center settings through Settings → Annexes → Drop it.

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If the game center has been affected after the update MIUI, Try to roll back on the previous firmware version or wait for a patch. Xiaomi often releases fixes for similar bugs during the course of the patch. 1-2 week-long.

Alternatives to the Xiaomi Gaming Center: should you use third-party utilities

If you don't like the standard Gaming Center, you can consider alternative applications, but keep in mind that they may conflict with system optimization. MIUI and even reduce productivity.

Compare the popular alternatives:

Annex	Pluses	Cons	Compatibility with Xiaomi
Game Booster 4x Faster	Increase. FPS, clears the cache	Lots of advertising, warms up the device	⚠️ Partially (may lie down)
GFX Tool	Setting up the schedule for PUBG, Free Fire	Requires root for full functionality	✅ Good.
Game Guardian	Cheats for many games	Ban account, viruses in unofficial versions	❌ Bad (blocked) MIUI)
Razer Cortex	Optimizes background processes	Ineffective on weak devices	✅ It's okay.

Our advice: if your Xiaomi device is relatively new (released after 2020), it is better to use the built-in Game Center. It is better integrated with firmware and does not conflict with system processes. Third-party boosters are only relevant for very old models (for example, Redmi Note 5 or Mi). A1).

FAQ: Frequent questions about the Xiaomi Gaming Center

Can I remove the game center completely without root rights?

No, it's a system application, and you can't completely remove it without a super-user (root) license, so you can turn it off through settings or hide a floating window, and if you really need to remove it, you'll need to unlock the bootloader and install custom firmware, which is not guaranteed.

Why doesn't the game center recognize my game?

This can happen for several reasons: the game is not installed from Google Play (for example, the game is not installed from Google Play, APK). Solution: Add it manually to the Game Center Settings → My games. The game is too old or not optimized for MIUI. Solution: Update the game or the phone's firmware. Autoplay for the Game Center is disabled in the settings. Solution: check the permissions in Settings → Permits → Auto-start.

How to record gameplay with a webcam (front camera)?

In the standard recorder of the Game Center, this feature is missing, but you can use a workaround: Enable screen recording through the Game Center. In parallel, run recording from the front camera through another application (for example, DU Recorder: mount two videos in one editor (e.g. CapCut) on some models (Xiaomi 12 Pro, Redmi) K50) beta MIUI There is an experimental webcam recording function right in the Game Center, but it is unstable.

The playground heats the phone. How do you reduce the heat?

Try the following steps: Turn off Performance mode+ (If it's on. FPS In the game settings (e.g., set 60 instead of 90 or 120). Enable Power Saving Mode in the Game Center (but this can reduce performance); Use a cooling case or fan stand; Close all background applications before starting the game. If nothing helps, check if a thermal paste replacement is required (relevant for devices older than 3 years).

Does the game center work on POCO phones?

Yeah, on the devices. POCO (for example, POCO F4, POCO X5 Pro) The game center is pre-installed and works the same as Xiaomi or Redmi. The only difference is in some models. POCO It's called POCO Game Turbo, but the functionality is identical.