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5 best game launcher apps on Android
5 best game launcher apps on Android
A good game launcher app can organize your game apps and boost system performance while you’re gaming. Android gamers have a lot of game launcher options, but how do you choose the best one? In this article, Quantrimang will help you.
Google Play Games is the default gaming app on most Android phones. It focuses on the social aspect of gaming, integrating achievements and leveling systems so you can easily compare your progress with your friends. You'll also see fan content and discussions from YouTube, Reddit, etc. on each game's page.
You can also live stream to YouTube or record video to edit and upload later. The app doesn't integrate with Twitch, but it does save you some trouble by adding an optional camera crop.
Google Play Games
Android doesn’t support internal audio recording, so you’ll have to record your game audio and your voice on the same track. Google can’t be blamed for this, though, as it’s a limitation of the Android operating system and all other game launchers have this problem, with many game launcher apps not being able to stream at all.
Integration with the Google Play Store allows the app to suggest new games for users to try. It also saves previously played games that are not currently installed. Finally, the app has an Instant Play section, where you can try new game apps without installing them and put them in a list, so you can come back to them when you need them.
Overall, Google Play Games is suitable for gamers who enjoy interacting with friends and fan communities, friendly competition, and constantly discovering new things.
Ofir Miron's Game Launcher organizes games into an attractive library. You can arrange apps as you like, including your most played apps, and customize the display color if bright red isn't your style.
The app also offers a search feature, which is useful if you have a lot of games. The interface is minimalistic, focusing on keeping all your games in one place. When you tap a game, it loads, the library closes, and the Game Booster features kick in.
Games Launcher - Booster & Screen Recorder
The booster features can be configured from the gallery, but by default the booster will kill background apps to free up RAM. Depending on your personal settings, you can also ask Do not disturb mode to be enabled when you start a game. This makes it one of the few apps that can block notifications.
Games Launcher also has a screen recording feature, but it can't override Android's "don't record internal audio" rule. The app also doesn't add a face-facing camera and can't live stream.
The app does a good job of organizing apps and optimizing the system for casual gaming, but if you regularly play heavy games or stream, there are better options.
Launcher from G19 Mobile focuses mainly on improving system performance. This Game Launcher automatically cleans RAM and uses AI to choose the most optimal settings for each game. The home screen also displays the ping (internet) speed, which is useful for online gaming.
It also includes a graphics effects enhancer (GFX). In this menu, you can customize the display resolution of your game, choosing the graphics level between Smooth and Ultra HD. The app offers different turbo modes that can be activated from here.
Games Launcher - Game Booster 4x
The interface is user-friendly and the AI also helps make the best choices. GFX options, for example, are displayed on a slider and the boost screen knows exactly what the app is doing and why.
The app doesn't automatically launch the game after optimization, but you can still open the game from the optimization screen. You can also schedule a cleanup so the app can improve performance between sessions.
The Pro version offers a few more features. It displays more system information on the home screen and adds Auto-boost and Ultra Boost modes.
Game Booster from The N Apps Studio contains more ads than other apps. However, it is also a very powerful booster for high-powered games.
Game Booster focuses on optimization. You can choose different boost modes for each app, including RAM-focused mode, battery-focused mode, and offline mode. You can also set up a custom game mode with a combination of modes.
Game Booster - Speed Up and Livestream Games
Game Booster allows you to stream directly to YouTube or Twitch right from the app, giving you access to two of the best streaming services out there. The app can record video in very high quality, up to 2560x1440 resolution for live streaming or 1920x1080 for screen recording.
GFX Booster is the main feature. Using it, you can tweak FPS and other graphics settings, such as anti-aliasing. This app's GFX has more options than any other app, making running apps that normally drain your battery run faster and your device heat up less.
If you ignore the rather cluttered user interface, this launcher is a great choice for those who love to play heavy games.
Another launcher app from BGN Mobi, this one is suitable for people who mainly play casual mobile games and want a simple interface that can still be customized to their liking.
The home screen has everything you need. It has a sortable library, and if you long press a game you can choose to hide it from the library or check for updates. The top of the screen keeps track of your available RAM and your current battery temperature.
Game Booster - Play Games Faster & Smoother
These insights can help further optimization as they clearly indicate when to turn off your phone or disable unnecessary apps.
The info tab provides more in-depth information, including notes on the battery, CPU, and internal memory status of your device, and more. You can unlock additional enhancements like an FPS monitor or on-screen crosshairs by purchasing the paid version.
Unlike some other boosters, this app performs game enhancements whether you launch the game from the launcher or somewhere else. This means you can save your favorites to your home screen and still take advantage of the app's enhancements.
Game Booster suggests ways to improve performance and security when you close the game, which is a great touch for those new to mobile gaming. It's also the only tool that lets users opt out of data sharing and personalized ads.