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Best Backbone Controller Apps & Games

52+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
18 free apps & games
Updated October 2026

Out of 52+ backbone controller apps and games on iOS, 18 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Backbone Controller Apps & Games (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Backbone — Next-Level PlayBackbone — Next-Level PlayFree4.8★ (100K)NoYesOct 2026
2PS Remote PlayPS Remote PlayFree3.4★ (19K)NoNoOct 2026
3Call of Duty®: MobileCall of Duty®: MobileFree4.7★ (2M)YesYesOct 2026
4PlayStation AppPlayStation AppFree4.2★ (92K)NoNoOct 2026
5Steam LinkSteam LinkFree3.3★ (3K)NoNoOct 2026
6XBOXXBOXFree4.7★ (1.7M)NoNoOct 2026
7ShanWan ControllerShanWan ControllerFree2.8★ (35)NoNoSep 2026
8Need for Speed No Limits GameNeed for Speed No Limits GameFree4.7★ (397K)YesYesOct 2026

Top Picks for Backbone Controller

Backbone — Next-Level Play#1

Backbone — Next-Level Play by Backbone Labs, Inc. (US)

Editor's Choice
🌐 Social Networking
4.8😐(100K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#63in Social Networking
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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.

What We Love

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

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🔒 Locked features behind paywall
  • 🔌 Requires removing phone case
  • 🎮 Ergonomics not ideal for all games
  • 🐛 Connectivity issues and bugs
PS Remote Play#2

PS Remote Play by PlayStation Mobile Inc.

Strong Contender
🎬 Entertainment
3.4😐(19K ratings)
Free
#91in Entertainment
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Stream your PS5 or PS4 console to your mobile device and play games remotely. Control your console using an on-screen controller or connect your wireless controllers. Enjoy voice chat and text input from your mobile device.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Reasonable remote access
  • 🚀 Works seamlessly with proper connection
  • 👍 Amazing app, but
  • 👍 Exeptional app
  • 👍 Surprised
  • 👍 Amazing!!
  • 👍 Great app
  • 👍 Slick af
  • 👍 Good idea just needs better execution
  • 👍 Great first implementation on IOS!

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Too much lag
  • 🐛 Connection without iOS 13
  • 🐛 Doesn't work
  • 🐛 Terrible update
  • 🐛 Doesn't work correctly on mobile data
  • 🐛 No point
  • 🐛 Grey bars
  • 🐛 Cannot connect to PS5
  • 🐛 Captcha system needs to be addressed
  • 🐛 Crashing
  • 🐛 Motion is broken
  • 🐛 Works with some carriers, not with others
  • 🐛 (8801330d)
  • 🐛 Fix login server issue
  • 🐛 Impossible on Sony TV Bravia 2023!
  • 🐛 Wont turn on the PS5
  • 🐛 Don't bother
  • 🐛 Terrible app, sorry PlayStation be better with this app
  • 🐛 Remote Play Has Killed Audio on TV
  • 🐛 Very picky with what devices you can use, completely unusable in any place where it would be useful
  • 🐛 Doesn't work
Call of Duty®: Mobile#3

Call of Duty®: Mobile by Activision Publishing, Inc.

Battle Royale & PvP FPS Action
Worth Considering
🎮 Games
4.7😊(2M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#3in Games
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Experience intense 5v5 Multiplayer battles and epic Battle Royale action on iconic maps. This free-to-play FPS offers console-quality graphics, customizable loadouts, and regular seasonal content updates for endless combat.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Smooth gameplay
  • 🎮 Excellent mobile controls
  • 🎨 Impressive graphics
  • 🎯 Competitive multiplayer
  • 💰 Free-to-play with fair monetization

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
  • 🔍 Lack of map variety
  • 🕹️ Frustrating matchmaking
  • 🤖 Presence of bots in matches
  • 💳 Expensive in-app purchases

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FAQ about Backbone Controller

What are the best backbone controller apps & games for iPhone?
Backbone — Next-Level Play tops our backbone controller apps & games ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 100K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top backbone controller apps & games we rank are free to download, including Backbone — Next-Level Play and PS Remote Play.
Backbone — Next-Level Play has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 52+ backbone controller apps & games on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.