Backbone turns your iPhone and iPad Mini into the ultimate gaming device.
■ Play any game or service that supports game controllers.
The Backbone One controller works with services like PS Remote Play, Xbox Game Pass (xCloud), Apple Arcade, Xbox Remote Play, Google Stadia, and Amazon Luna.
It also works with games like Call of Duty: Mobile, Minecraft and Genshin Impact.
Press the Backbone Button to bring up the app and launch into your favorite games that support controllers from one place.
■ Record, edit, and share epic gaming clips
Backbone One has a built-in Capture button that allows you to easily screen record or screenshot gameplay and share directly to social platforms like Instagram Stories and iMessage, all directly from your mobile device.
■ Never miss a moment
Hold the Capture Button to bookmark a moment when recording. Forgot to bookmark? Once a video is captured, Backbone’s app helps you identify your most action-packed moments automatically, allowing you to show off your best moments and highlights with ease.
■ Party with your friends
With Backbone’s Rich Presence feature, you can get push notifications when your friends start playing games on Backbone, making it easy to join the action in real-time. Once you see a friend online, you can link up for voice chat inside the app and move from game to game, seamlessly.
To learn more, download the app or visit https://backbone.com/
A Backbone+ subscription is required for some features within the app.
Any feedback? Use the in-app feedback tool, ping us at support@playbackbone.com or tweet us @backbone
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Summary of user reviews
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This app hasHigh-quality, responsive controller
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This app hasTurns iPhone into a gaming device
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This app hasFeels like a Nintendo Switch controller
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This app hasSeamless integration with the Backbone app
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This app hasClicky, responsive buttons
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This app hasAllows remote play and cloud gaming
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This app hasSupports a wide range of games
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This app hasUnified place for all controller-compatible games
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This app hasAbility to find groups, chat with friends, and stream
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This app hasCharges phone while in use
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This app hasFeels sturdy and durable
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This app hasExpensive controller and subscription
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This app hasRequires removing phone case
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This app hasAnalog sticks could use more resistance and size options
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This app hasLimited game selection, especially for mobile games
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This app hasConnectivity issues and disconnects during gameplay
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This app hasBuggy app with issues like random screenshots and unresponsive features
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This app hasTriggers and buttons can make popping/grinding noises
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This app hasSubscription required for full app features and functionality
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This app hasStart button placement is inconvenient
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This app hasDifficult to customize or remove unwanted games/content from the app
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This app hasCompatibility issues with newer phone models
What's New in Backbone
1.9.0
December 24, 2024
Bug fixes, enhancements, and performance improvements
I tried both rayzer Kishi and the backbone for iOS, and for me the backbone came out on top. That being said I would like to see a selection that has controller only games from any seller for direct sales rather than buying a plan for each one and then still have to pay for a game. Also the video size output is kind of small would like it to be the size of a Instagram photo. I want to be able to post my video directly to LinkedIn like I can with Instagram. I would like the start broadcast button to appear on screen window with game not go in and out. Need to Have two separate Instagram share buttons one for highlights and one for stories and or regular post. Make some accessories and updates to this before making a new one so original buyers dont feel jipped, and finally there are two pieces on the rayzer Kishi that make your phone feel snug and safe looks like the same shape as your sides maybe you guys can make those like an add on to purchase to make your phone feel more safe. Also some type of magnifying attachment is needed to attach to the backbone to make your screen look a little bigger I would buy that. Those are my suggestions all in all backbone best Mobile controller on the market razer Kishi a close 2nd.