Cloning games on Xiaomi: safe ways for MIUI and gaming smartphones

Cloning games on Xiaomi smartphones is a popular way to run multiple accounts in the same game at the same time or test different strategies without risking losing progress. However, the process has nuances, from the limitations of MIUI to the peculiarities of working with gaming services like Google Play Games or Game Center. In this article, we will analyze all current methods of cloning, from built-in features of the system to third-party tools, and also explain how to avoid bans and crashes.

It’s important to understand that not all games support multi-accounting. In 2026, for example, projects like Genshin Impact and PUBG Mobile actively block clones through the detection of the same device IDs (IMEI, Android ID), so check the rules of a particular game before you start – sometimes it’s easier to use official methods (such as guest mode) instead of risky workarounds.

Why standard MIUI app duplication doesn't work with games

Many Xiaomi users try to clone games through the built-in Duplicate Apps feature (located in Settings → Apps → Duplicate Apps). However, this method often fails for three reasons:

• 🔒 Cheating protection: Popular games (like Free Fire or Call of Duty Mobile) scan the app package. A clone with the.clone suffix in the packet name immediately reveals itself.
• 📱 Limitations MIUI: The system only duplicates user data, but does not change the signatures of the application, which leads to conflicts during authorization.
• 🔄 Updates via Google Play: Clone games don't update automatically, and manual installation APK It can break down the workflow.

In addition, some games (such as Clash of Clans) are tied to Google Play Services, where the system detects a duplicate and blocks access when trying to launch a clone, requiring more complex solutions, from using multiple Android users to virtual spaces.

Method 1: Cloning through Duplicate Apps (for simple games)

This is a good way to play games without hard protection, like Candy Crush or Homescapes. MIUI 12–14:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Duplicate applications.
2. Find the game in the list and activate the switch.
3. After creating a clone, launch it from the application menu (the icon will have an icon). ⧉).
4. Sign in to another account (for example, through Facebook or guest mode).

⚠️ Note: Some games (e.g. Brawl Stars) can block the clone after 1-2 days of use, in which case you will have to remove the duplicate and create it again.

Make sure the game doesn’t use Google Play Games

Free up at least 1 GB of memory

Disable automatic game updates in the Play Market

Create a backup copy of the main account-->

Method 2: Use of virtual spaces (Parallel Space, Island)

For games with complex protection (such as Honor of Kings or Mobile Legends), you will need third-party tools.

• 📱 Parallel Space (free but with ads): Creates an isolated sandstone for a clone. Supports MIUI, It can also be used on weak devices (Redmi). 9A, POCO M3).
• 🏝️ Island (requires root): Uses the built-in Android Work Profile feature. Most reliable, but difficult to set up.
• 🎮 Game Space (for Black Shark): The built-in solution for Xiaomi gaming smartphones, allows you to run multiple instances of games with different performance settings.

Instructions for Parallel Space:

1. Install the app from Google Play or APKPure.
2. Add the game to Parallel Space via the main menu.
3. Launch a clone and log in to another account.
4. In Parallel Space settings, disable Clone Notifications to avoid detection.

⚠️ Note: When using Island on the MIUI You may need to disconnect MIUI Optimization in the Developer Settings (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Tap 7 times, then Settings → Additionally. → Without it, the virtual space will not work in a stable way.

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If the game requires confirmation of SMS When registering, use virtual numbers (such as OnlineSIM) or a second physical number. SIM-Some games, for example, PUBG Mobile: Block accounts when numbers are changed frequently.

Method 3: Android Multi-Users (without root)

Modern versions of Android (starting with 9.0) support multiple users on a single device, allowing games to run in isolated profiles without the risk of data intersection.The method works on all Xiaomi smartphones, including the Redmi Note 12 and POCO F5.

How to set up:

1. Open Settings → System → Additional → Many users.
2. Click Add User and follow the instructions.
3. Switch to a new user (via the notification panel).
4. Install the game again through Google Play and log in to another account.

Advantages of the method:

• 🔐 Complete data isolation (no risk of account intersection).
• 📱 No need for root or third-party applications.
• 🔄 Ability to quickly switch between profiles.

Disadvantages:

• 📴 Applications do not sync automatically – you will have to manually update them in each profile.
• 🎮 Some games (such as Genshin Impact) may require reloading resources (up to 10 GB) for each user.

Method 4: Cloning through ADB (for power users)

If previous methods have failed, you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires command line skills but bypasses the limitations of MIUI.

Step-by-step:

1. Enable USB debugging in the developer settings.
2. Connect your phone to your PC and check the connection with the command: Adb devices
3. Create a clone of the app (replace com.game.package with the real game ID): adb shell pm install --user 0 -i "com.android.vending" -r "com.game.package"
4. To isolate data, use the command: adb shell pm create-user --profileOf 0 "GameClone"

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB For example, the command adb shell pm clear without specifying the package will delete the data of all applications. → System system → Backup.

List of popular game identifiers for ADB:

• 🎮 PUBG Mobile: com.tencent.ig
• 🏰 Clash of Clans: com.supercell.clashofclans
• 💎 Free Fire: com.dts.freefireth
• 🏀 NBA 2K Mobile: com.t2ksports.nbamobile

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ADB-The method is the most flexible, but it requires caution, allowing even those games that block virtual spaces to be cloned (e.g., the CLINT, Pokémon GO). However, anti-cheat games (such as Call of Duty Mobile) may require additional device masking via Magisk or Xposed.

Risks and how to avoid them

Cloning games is always associated with potential problems, and here are the main risks and ways to minimize them:

Tencent’s games (such as PUBG Mobile or Arena of Valor) are particularly cautious, and they are actively fighting multi-accounting using:

• 🔍 Scanner of the device: Checks IMEI, MAC-address, phone model.
• 🕵️ Behavioral analysis: Tracks click rate, movement trajectory.
• 📡 Geolocation: Blocks accounts when you change location quickly (for example, through a location-based account). VPN).

If you have received a ban, try:

1. Send an appeal through the official website of the game (attach screenshots of purchases, if any).
2. Reset Advertising ID (Settings → Google → Advertising → Reset Advertising ID).
3. Use another cloning method (e.g., switch from Parallel Space to multi-users).

Alternative ways: emulators and cloud games

If cloning on a phone is too risky, consider alternatives:

• 🖥️ Android emulators (BlueStacks, LDPlayer): Allows you to run multiple copies of the game on PC with different accounts.
• ☁️ Cloud services (NVIDIA GeForce NOW, Xbox Cloud Gaming: Some games (such as Fortnite) support multi-accounting in the cloud.
• 📱 Second phone: The most reliable, but expensive, you can use an old Redmi or something like that. POCO as a "game device".

For emulators, we recommend:

• Allocate at least 4 GB of RAM per instance.
• Disable time synchronization with the host (some games are banned for time discrepancy).
• Use different things IP-addresses (for example, through VPN) for each account.

⚠️ Note: Cloud services like Google Play Games Beta can block multi-accounting at the server level.

FAQ: Frequent questions about cloning games on Xiaomi