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Best Xbox Play Anywhere Apps & Games

161+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated May 2026

The best xbox play anywhere apps on iPhone average 4.4★ across 161+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated May 2026.

Top Picks for Xbox Play Anywhere

XBOX#1

XBOX by Microsoft Corporation

Editor's Choice
🎬 Entertainment
4.7😐(1.7M ratings)
Free
#44in Entertainment
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Stay connected with your gaming community through voice and text chat, notifications, and messages. Discover and purchase games, explore Game Pass content, and share your best gaming moments. This app keeps you in the game, no matter where you play.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Seamless integration with Xbox
  • 👍 Convenient remote control features
  • 📤 Easy sharing of captures and clips
  • 💬 Useful for in-game communication

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
  • 🔒 Issues with account login and verification
  • 🔇 Unreliable party chat and voice communication
OneCast#2

OneCast by Bitwise Solutions Limited

Stream your Xbox Games
Strong Contender
🎮 Games
4.5😊(9.6K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Transform your iPhone or iPad into an Xbox companion. Stream games from your console or the cloud, anywhere. Enjoy high-fidelity visuals and full controller support for an immersive gaming experience on the go.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Flawless streaming
  • 👍 Easy to set up
  • 💡 Ability to use Xbox controller
  • 🚀 Smooth gameplay

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or disconnects
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🔒 Requires Xbox to be hardwired for best performance
Backbone — Next-Level Play#3

Backbone — Next-Level Play by Backbone Labs, Inc.

Worth Considering
🌐 Social Networking
4.8😐(98K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#56in 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

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🔒 Locked features behind paywall
  • 🔌 Requires removing phone case

More Xbox Play Anywhere apps to explore

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Portal: Remote Play
Portal: Remote Play
Portal: Remote Play
Stream console, cloud & HDMI
Free

Stream games from your consoles, cloud services, or HDMI devices to your mobile device. Enjoy high-quality visuals and audio for an immersive remote play experience.

Connect to multiple game consolesSupport for PlayStation and Xbox accountsZero compromise on quality or performance
🎬 Entertainment
(38)
free with in-app purchases
5
PS Remote Play
PS Remote Play
PS Remote Play
by PlayStation Mobile Inc.
Free

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.

Stream PS5/PS4 screen to mobileOn-screen controller supportConnect DUALSHOCK 4 controller
🎬 Entertainment
(18K)
free
6
Razer Nexus
Razer Nexus
Razer Nexus
by Razer USA Ltd.
Free

Enhance your mobile gaming with a console-like experience. Discover curated games, play your installed titles, customize your controller, and stream your gameplay. This app is the perfect companion for compatible Razer Kishi controllers.

Curated game catalogPlay installed gamesController customization
🎬 Entertainment
(3.1K)
free
7
XB | Controller App For Xbox
XB | Controller App For Xbox
XB | Controller App For Xbox
Navigate | Search | Stream
Free

Transform your phone into an Xbox remote for seamless navigation and streaming. Enjoy a significantly faster response time than official apps, allowing effortless control of your console and favorite applications without a physical controller.

Phone as Xbox remoteFast response timeSeamless navigation
🔧 Utilities
(1.2K)
free with in-app purchases
8
PlayStation App
PlayStation App
PlayStation App
by PlayStation Mobile Inc.
Free

Stay connected with your gaming network and favorite titles on the go. Chat with friends, discover new games and deals, and manage your console remotely. Download games and add-ons, and check console storage from anywhere.

Connect with friends onlineVoice chat and messagingDiscover games and deals
🎬 Entertainment
(87K)
free
9
PXPlay: Remote Play
PXPlay: Remote Play
PXPlay: Remote Play
Stream your console Games
Free

Stream your console games to your mobile devices with high-quality visuals and low latency. Enjoy full controller support and advanced features like 4K upscaling, even over mobile data. Play your favorite titles anywhere, anytime.

Low-latency streaming4K / 2K upscalingSpatial Audio
🎬 Entertainment
(347)
free with in-app purchases
10
Daily Shop Maker - FortShop
Daily Shop Maker - FortShop
Daily Shop Maker - FortShop
Create your Custom Item Shop
Free

Design and share your own custom item shops for your favorite game. Personalize items with prices, add stickers, text, and backgrounds. Includes a fun quiz mode and a random shop generator.

Customize shop with itemsAdd items of various raritiesSet custom item prices
🎬 Entertainment
(15K)
ad-supported
11
Xbox Family Settings
Xbox Family Settings
Xbox Family Settings
by Microsoft Corporation
Free

Manage your children's gaming activities on Xbox consoles with ease. Set screen time limits, adjust content restrictions, and monitor friend requests in real time to ensure a safe and balanced gaming experience for your family.

Manage children's Xbox activitiesSet screen time limitsUpdate content restrictions
🌟 Lifestyle
(6.3K)
free
12
Moonlight Game Streaming
Moonlight Game Streaming
Moonlight Game Streaming
Play Your PC Games Remotely
Free

Stream your PC games and applications to your iOS device over your local network. Control them with your touchscreen or a compatible gamepad. Supports high resolutions and frame rates for a smooth gaming experience.

Stream PC games and appsUse touchscreen or gamepadUp to 4K 120 FPS with HDR
🎮 Games
(607)
free
13
Game Pass list for Xbox XCloud
Game Pass list for Xbox XCloud
Game Pass list for Xbox XCloud
Play guide for Series X,S,1,PC
Free

Access a comprehensive catalog of games for Xbox consoles, PC, and cloud gaming. Discover new titles, save favorites for offline viewing, and check Metacritic scores and achievement guides. This unofficial guide helps you explore available games without needing an account.

Full game list for Xbox consoles, PC, and CloudSave favorite titles for offline viewing (text only)View Metacritic scores and reviews
🔍 Reference
(450)
free with in-app purchases
14
XBX Controller - Remote Play
XBX Controller - Remote Play
XBX Controller - Remote Play
Play & Remote for BLE Gamepad
Free

Control your gaming device remotely using any Bluetooth gamepad or the app's virtual gamepad. Enjoy immersive, low-latency game streaming with customizable controls and full-screen support, whether at home or on the go.

Remote play with Bluetooth gamepad supportVirtual gamepad optionLow-latency game streaming
🔧 Utilities
(180)
subscription
15
PUBG MOBILE
PUBG MOBILE
PUBG MOBILE
Top Battle Royale Mobile Game
Free

Experience the original mobile battle royale with intense 10-minute matches. Explore numerous maps and modes, team up with friends, and enjoy realistic gunplay with customizable controls. Survive against 100 players to be the last one standing.

Epic battle royale gameplay10-minute matchesMultiple maps and modes
🎮 Games
(1.6M)
free with in-app purchases
16
Instant Gaming
Instant Gaming
Instant Gaming
PC&Console games up to 70% off
Free

Discover and purchase PC, Mac, and console games at significant discounts, with savings of up to 70%. Access over 6000 titles digitally and receive instant delivery without extra charges. Stay updated on deals and stock availability.

Up to 70% off gamesAccess to 6000+ PC, Mac & console gamesInstant digital delivery
🛍️ Shopping
(7.8K)
free
17
AirConsole
AirConsole
AirConsole
Multiplayer Games
Free

Transform your computer or tablet into a game console and use your smartphones as controllers. Enjoy a wide variety of single and multiplayer games with friends. Get started quickly for instant fun.

Use smartphones as gamepadsComputer/tablet as game consoleSingle player games
🎮 Games
(4.9K)
free with in-app purchases
18
GameFly
GameFly
GameFly
Gaming
Free

Access information on thousands of video games for various consoles and rent the latest Blu-ray and DVD movies. Purchase new and used games, consoles, and collectibles, and keep rented items. Stay updated with gaming news and user reviews.

Game info for Xbox, PS, SwitchRent Blu-ray and DVD moviesBuy new and used games
🛍️ Shopping
(9.9K)
free
19
Dilly for Fortnite
Dilly for Fortnite
Dilly for Fortnite
Item Shop Tracker & Skins App
Free

Track the daily Fortnite Item Shop, discover new cosmetics, and build unique character combos. Stay updated with the latest leaks, news, and patch notes. Participate in weekly competitions and play fun mini-games.

Daily Item Shop TrackerCosmetic & Skin NotificationsCombo Creator
🎮 Games
(152K)
ad-supported
20
Asobi: Remote Play
Asobi: Remote Play
Asobi: Remote Play
Play on any device!
Free

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a high-quality client for remote play on your PlayStation 4 or 5. Stream games with support for real controllers, virtual buttons, and smart streaming features. Unlock enhanced visuals, performance, and controller feedback with an optional in-app purchase.

Remote play for PS4/PS5Real controller supportVirtual on-screen buttons
🎮 Games
(60)
free with in-app purchases