Backbone Pro: Wireless Controller for Phone, Tablet, PC & TV

Pro Anywhere.

Console-quality controls that move freely between games, platforms, and screens.

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Open new worlds with Wireless mode.

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Switch screens with FlowState

Move from phone to

tablet to TV to PC without

missing a moment of

gameplay. FlowState uses

Bluetooth Low Energy for

seamless pairing.

Handheld mode

Total mobility. Make a

move. Game anywhere

with a low latency USB-C

connection, quiet buttons,

and textured grips.

Wireless mode

Lose the phone. Play

Backbone Pro using

Bluetooth with up to

40 hours of battery

life.²

Switch screens like magic

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Personalized profiles

Fine-tune every detail from button layout to trigger sensitivity.

Full-size thumbsticks

Precision joysticks and triggers.

Customizable rear buttons

Tactile rear buttons with customizable mapping.

Fine-tune every detail from button layout to trigger sensitivity.

Precision joysticks and triggers.

Tactile rear buttons with customizable mapping.

Inside the design

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Crafted for all-day comfort

Handle shape

An intuitive extension of your natural grip

Responsive controls

Laser-etched texture enhances grip

Textured triggers

Larger Hall effect triggers for better feel and performance

An intuitive extension of your natural grip

Laser-etched texture enhances grip

Larger Hall effect triggers for better feel and performance

Pro FAQs

Will Backbone Pro work with my phone?

The Backbone Pro is compatible with the most popular USB-C mobile devices from Apple, Samsung, Google, Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, Huawei, Realme, and Motorola, including the all-new iPhone 18 series. The device's operating system must be iOS 17.3 or later for iPhone users and Android 10.0 or later for Android users.

Lightning-type connectors (iPhone 14 and earlier) are not compatible over USB-C. However, you can connect a Lightning iPhone to Backbone Pro wirelessly over Bluetooth. Many features within the Backbone app (button mapping, controller profiles, etc.) are not available over Bluetooth.

Do I need a subscription?

Not at all! Backbone+ membership enhances your free Backbone app, and you don't need either to game with your Backbone controller! Let's break it down:

Backbone App - a free app with features like controller firmware updates, joystick calibration, and button remapping. We recommend you download this free app in order to keep your Backbone controller firmware updated.

Backbone+ Membership - a premium subscription inside the Backbone app to manage all your games in one place, 20+ features unlocked, exclusive perks, personalized game recommendations, streaming directly to Twitch, and more. A Backbone+ subscription is NOT required to play games with your Backbone controller. If you are eligible for a free trial, it begins when you activate a Backbone+ trial subscription. You can choose to redeem your trial during setup or later. This can be canceled at any time.

See the difference between using the Backbone App with and without Backbone+ here.

To use your Backbone controller without using the Backbone App, just attach the controller to your device and open any controller-compatible games you have downloaded to your device.

Pricing and availability may vary by region. Backbone terms apply.

Does Backbone Pro work with a phone case?

Backbone Pro fits most phone cases. To make room for some cases, you may need to remove the adapters on your controller. Very thick or rugged cases may not fit, because a deep case lip around the charging port can stop the controller’s USB-C connector from plugging in fully. For the full list of phone cases that work with Backbone Pro, check out this article.

Can I use Backbone Pro with a tablet, computer, or TV?

Yes. Backbone Pro connects wirelessly over Bluetooth to tablets, PCs, Macs, and other devices that support Bluetooth Low Energy controllers, including TVs with Bluetooth controller support. We call this FlowState.

You can also connect Backbone Pro with a USB-C cable to the controller’s charging port. This is Play On Any Screen, and it works with devices such as an iPad, tablet, Mac, PC, or Chromebook, but not with TVs. The controller charges while you play.

How does Backbone Pro compare to Backbone One?

The Backbone Pro was designed to amplify the portable gaming experience, allowing players to reach their full potential from anywhere, without boundaries. While both the Backbone One and Backbone Pro are compatible with thousands of titles across supported platforms, there are a few key differences.

High-precision play with full-size joysticks
Enhanced ergonomic grips for greater comfort
2 custom-function back buttons
Button remapping, joystick and trigger sensitivity adjustment
Ultra-quiet ABXY buttons
Wireless compatibility for seamless play on any screen

What joysticks does Backbone Pro use, and is stick drift covered?

Backbone Pro uses full-size ALPS joysticks and Hall effect triggers. Like every Backbone controller, it comes with a 1-year limited warranty, which covers joystick drift.

What games can I play with Backbone Pro?

Backbone offers high-quality gameplay for all your favorite games that support controllers. This includes the most popular titles like Call of Duty®: Mobile, Minecraft, and most Apple Arcade and Google Play Pass games.

Mobile Games

Want to dominate mobile games with your Backbone controller? Here's how:

Grab a compatible game: Make sure the game you want is installed on your device. Check out our complete controller-compatible games list here.
Launch it: Fire up the game directly from your home screen, not the Backbone app if you are not a subscriber.
Get through the tutorial: You may have to knock out any tutorials before diving in.
Adjust settings if needed: Some games might require you to switch from touchscreen to controller controls in the game's settings menu. Most of the time, the controller will sync up automatically.
Shortcut to play: Hit the Backbone button to add the title to the Backbone app's home screen for instant access next time.

Console Games

Want to bring your console experience like PlayStation, XBOX, or Steam directly to your phone? Here's how:

Download the Remote Play app: Get the right app for your PlayStation or XBOX on your mobile device. Make sure your games are ready to go on the console.
Set it up: Follow the setup steps for the PlayStation or XBOX Remote Play and ensure your internet PlayStation or XBOX connection is good enough for smooth gameplay.
Launch and play: Open the Remote Play app directly from your phone.
Instant access: Press the Backbone button to drop the Remote Play tile on your Backbone app home screen, making it easy to jump back in.
For Steam: Check out this article for how to set up Steam with your Backbone controller.

Cloud Gaming

Stream your favorite games from the cloud—no downloads needed! Here's how:

XBOX Cloud Gaming:

Follow this guide to set up and start streaming.

NVIDIA GeForce NOW:

Set up your account using these instructions in the article.
Link your Steam library and bring your supported PC games to the cloud.
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