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Backbone — Next-Level Play

Backbone — Next-Level Play

by Backbone Labs, Inc. (US)

101K ratings
925 reviews
#60 in top-grossing Social Networking
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🌐 Social Networking
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Released
October 19, 2020
Updated
October 12, 2026

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Developer

Backbone Labs, Inc. (US)
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Transform your iPhone or iPad into a powerful gaming console. Play a wide range of games and services, record and share epic gameplay moments, and connect with friends for seamless multiplayer experiences. Discover and launch your favorite controller-supported games from a single app.

✓Play any game or service supporting controllers
✓Record, edit, and share gameplay clips
✓Automatic highlight detection
✓Friend notifications and in-app voice chat
✓Centralized game launcher
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What users say about Backbone

Reviews of Backbone are mixed: the Social Networking app is rated 4.8/5 from 101K App Store ratings. What users like most: great gaming experience, seamless integration with app. Top complaints: expensive subscription, locked features behind paywall. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🚀Great gaming experience
  • 👍Seamless integration with app
  • 🎮Feels like a dedicated gaming device
  • 💡Turns phone into a portable console
  • 🎨Sleek and premium design

Negative things

  • 💰Expensive subscription
  • 🔒Locked features behind paywall
  • 🔌Requires removing phone case
  • 🎮Ergonomics not ideal for all games
  • 🐛Connectivity issues and bugs
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What's New in Backbone

1.10.4

October 12, 2026

Bug fixes, enhancements, and performance improvements

15

Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

Backbone+

All Access

$7.991 Month
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Charts

Top Grossing

📈 60+7

Social Networking

This app rose +7 positions in Social Networking chart.

Last updated on October 18, 2026.

Top Free

📈 100+2

Social Networking

This app rose +2 positions in Social Networking chart.

Last updated on October 18, 2026.

User reviews

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What happened to Xbox?

I can’t cloud game. As a two year subscriber to backbone I was disappointed to find that after the latest update they have put a blocker on the Xbox sign in screen. Took me over 5 minutes just to log in. Then every single Xbox game refuses to flip the screen so that I can play. My options are watch the game sideways or bend my neck/twist my hands in order to see the image straight on. That last update screwed the Xbox coding.
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Worthless

The app locks the Xbox home button function behind a paywall on their Xbox backbone controller. By default it interrupts Xbox remote play sessions to launch the app. You can’t override this unless you pay them $40/year. So basically if you want to enable a button a controller you paid $100 for you have to pay them
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Games not supported?

Please update your game library. I tried using my backbone pro for Dave the diver but it said its not supported. The game 100% has controller support on ios so please fix this.
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Scam

I bought it and I tried to play Xbox and it said I need a backbone+ subscription! Scammmmmmm!
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Review of the Backbone Controller

Apparently you can just hook up a Xbox or PS controller to your phone for free. No monthly subscription. Once this thing breaks again.. I’ll use my ps4 controller to play games and be looking forward and up not down at my waist
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Random disconnections during gameplay

Bug

App crashes and freezes

Bug

Issues with controller button mapping

Bug

Incompatibility with certain games

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Requested Features

4 requests

Allow use without subscription

Feature

Add more customization options

Feature

Improve compatibility with various phone models

Feature

Integrate with more cloud gaming services

Feature

FAQ

What does the Backbone app do?

The Backbone app transforms your iPhone or iPad into a premium gaming device. It allows you to play any game or service that supports game controllers, including popular platforms like Xbox Game Pass and Apple Arcade. The app also provides tools to record, edit, and share your gameplay highlights.

What are the key features of the Backbone app?

Key features include the ability to play a wide variety of controller-supported games and services, a built-in Capture button for easy screen recording and screenshots, automatic detection of action-packed moments for highlight reels, and a Rich Presence feature that allows you to see when friends are playing and join them for voice chat.

Is the Backbone app free to use?

The Backbone app itself is free to download and use. However, some advanced features within the app require a Backbone+ subscription. This subscription model allows for enhanced functionality beyond the basic gaming and recording capabilities.

What devices is the Backbone app compatible with?

The Backbone app is designed to work with iPhones and iPad Minis, turning them into ultimate gaming devices. It leverages the Backbone One controller to provide a console-like gaming experience on these Apple mobile devices.

How can I use the Backbone app for gaming?

You can use the Backbone app by connecting the Backbone One controller to your iPhone or iPad. Once connected, you can launch the app to access and play any game or service that supports game controllers, such as PS Remote Play, Xbox Game Pass, and Apple Arcade, all from one convenient place.