Frankly speaking, taking advantage of exploits in games is not illegal, yet tricky, and is frowned upon. Game developers have been implementing advanced solutions to prevent cheats in their games, especially with the enhanced security features in Android 15 and 16. However, cunning players can still perform “hacks” or “mods” in-game for offline titles.

Today, these terms are widely used in the gaming world to refer to the exploitation of a game’s errors, system, or coding. Rooting your smartphone was once the most popular way to cheat or mod an Android game, but with modern Android versions, rooting is increasingly challenging and risky, including potential “bricking” of your phone.

In this article, Gurugamer.com is going to share several updated ways on how to mod games on Android without rooting, incorporating the latest methods and tools available in 2025.

1. How to mod games on Android by changing time settings?

This simple method still works in 2025 for purely offline time-based games that make players wait for resources like energy or hearts. However, many developers now use server-side checks even in semi-offline games to prevent this. Follow the steps below for compatible titles:

Step 1: Ensure you're playing a fully offline time-based game, not server-based or online like PUBG Mobile or Free Fire. The game must not require online authentication such as Google Play login.

Make sure that you’re playing a time-based game

Step 2: Run the game and play until the time-based resources run out.

Step 3: Without closing the game, switch to your device's settings. Go to System > Date & time (path may vary slightly in Android 15/16). Disable automatic time and set the date forward by one day.

Head to Date and Time settings

Step 4: Return to the game; if the exploit works, your resources should replenish. Note: This may not work on games with anti-cheat mechanisms introduced in recent updates.

2. How to mod games on Android by using auto-clickers.

Auto-clickers remain a reliable method in 2025 for games requiring rapid tapping, and they're freely available on the Google Play Store. They work best on titles without advanced input detection. Popular options include OP Auto Clicker and Auto Clicker - Automatic Tap, which support Android 15 and later.

We recommend “OP Auto Clicker” for its reliability and customizable intervals. Here's how to use it:

  • Step 1: Download an auto-clicker like OP Auto Clicker from the Google Play Store.
  • Step 2: Open the app and grant accessibility permissions (required for overlay clicking in modern Android).
  • Step 3: Launch the game where tapping is the main interaction.
  • Step 4: Configure click points and intervals in the auto-clicker, then start it over the game screen.

Note: Some games detect automated inputs and may ban accounts in online modes.

3. How to mod games on Android with Lucky Patcher

Lucky Patcher continues to be one of the best apps for modding Android games without root in 2025, with the latest version (11.9.2+) supporting Android 15. It excels with offline games, allowing ad removal, license bypass, and in-app purchase emulation. However, its effectiveness has decreased for heavily protected apps due to improved security.

Step 1: Download Lucky Patcher from the official site (luckypatchers.com) and install it, enabling unknown sources in settings.

Lucky Patcher

Step 2: Launch the app and dismiss any popups.

Step 3: Select the installed game and tap “Menu of Patches.”

Lucky Patcher app list

Step 4: Choose “Create Modified APK File” and select an option like “APK rebuilt for InApp and LVL emulation.” Rebuild the app.

Lucky Patcher Modified APK Option
Lucky Patcher APK Emulation Rebuild

Step 5: Uninstall the original game, locate the modified APK in storage (/Android/data/LuckyPatcher/Modified), and install it.

LuckyPatcher Folder

Step 6: Open the modded game and enjoy. Green-colored games in the app list have high success rates.

Example Lucky Patcher Hack

Things to bear in mind:

  • Lucky Patcher works best on offline games.
  • It may not support all devices or games due to 2025 security updates.
  • Games in green are likely moddable; red ones are not.

4. How to mod games on Android using Game Guardian without root

A powerful new addition for 2025 is Game Guardian, which can now be used without root via virtual environments like F1 VM or Parallel Space. This tool allows memory editing for cheats like unlimited resources in offline games.

Step 1: Download Game Guardian APK from official sources and a virtual app like F1 VM.

Step 2: Install the virtual app and clone Game Guardian and your target game inside it.

Step 3: Launch Game Guardian in the virtual space, grant permissions, and attach it to the game process.

Step 4: Use search functions to find and modify values (e.g., health, coins). Tutorials are available for specific games.

Note: This method is more advanced and works best for single-player games. Online use risks detection.

5. How to mod games on Android: The Verdict

In 2025, there are numerous ways to mod Android games without rooting, but Lucky Patcher remains a top choice for simplicity in patching offline games for free resources or ad removal. For more advanced memory hacks, Game Guardian without root via virtual apps is highly effective. Always use these methods ethically on single-player games to avoid bans or security risks.

We hope this updated guide helps you mod your favorite Android games. Share your thoughts in the comments!