Backbone — Next-Level Play

Backbone — Next-Level Play

by Backbone Labs, Inc.

98K ratings
833 reviews
#62 in top-grossing Social Networking
🌟 Lifestyle
🌐 Social Networking
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 17, 2020
  • July 16, 2026

Features

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About

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's New in Backbone

1.10.0

July 16, 2026

Bug fixes, enhancements, and performance improvements

Subscription plans

Backbone+

All Access

$7.991 Month
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Charts

Top Grossing

This app rose +3 positions in Social Networking chart.

Last updated on July 27, 2026.

Top Free

This app dropped -9 positions in Social Networking chart.

Last updated on July 27, 2026.

User reviews

Hello backbone

It would get a 5 but it stopped working and I’m trying to figure out how to do it.

Great game hub, poor execution

I enjoy the app and the ease of use it gives me by putting all my games together. What I don't like is opening the app and always being met with a pop up ad for a paid subscription. I am aware of the benefits of your subscription, I do not want it. I do not need to be reminded of your service on every start up of the app. Especially since it's directly interfering with how quickly I get to the game I want to play after pressing the backbone button on accident. I sincerely regret buying this controller, had I known the hardware and software was going to be planned so poorly, I wouldn't have made the purchase.
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Love most of it But

So, I have a Time limit on my Browser, and I forgot to hook up my Microsoft account to backbone after Cash grabbing Apple had the right idea of changing their WebKit policies and I was able to play on my backbone back in March with no problem, the. I came back to playing a week and a half later and I now need backbone+ for EVERY GAME I WANT TO PLAY.
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controller support!!!

i absolutely love this soooo much! super convenient & i love the purple controller! i just really wish it was more available and compatible with more games and that it had more access to games without having to buy the more expensive game passes… also, access to your nintendo account and nintendo games (would be huge for this app if they did)🌟🌟🌟
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Backbone Controller BROKE — Right in the Middle of a Game!

I purchased a BACKBONE ONE (2nd Generation), in 6/2025…

I was in the middle of a Game, on My Backbone [Space Engineers — through the Xbox Cloud App], when the Controller MALFUNCTIONED (the LS — and, the LT — WILL NOT RESET, to “Resting Position”: BOTH are showing signs of being pressed, when my fingers are nowhere near them. [I've tried using the Factory Reset Option… only for the results to stay the same: there's no change.])

There was (also) some sort of FIRMWARE UPDATE (which didn't fix the problem, either.)

I'm about to spend the rest of July without a Backbone (I don't have the money to go get a replacement), and I, currently, do not have access to my Xbox Console.
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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

Bug

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.