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Backbone One - Lightning (2nd gen)

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Backbone One transforms your iPhone device into the ultimate gaming console. Our Second Generation device features a set of adapters that allow for even better phone fit along with a reshaped D-pad which enhances responsiveness, resulting in superior feel and control across multiple genres of gameplay. The Backbone app organizes your content library and game streaming services into an integrated user experience. Uncover a new world of premium gaming in seconds.

Features

Play virtually any game, anywhere Choose from free App Store games like Call of Duty: Mobile and Roblox, stream through cloud gaming services such as Apple Arcade, GeForce NOW and XBOX Game Pass, or play games with Remote Play from your PlayStation or PC.1

Console quality on the go Meticulously crafted to be comfortable and portable, our compact design features ultra wide analog triggers, highly accurate thumbsticks and responsive D-pad and buttons.

Made for Apple Works with most iPhone (Series 14 and previous generations with iOS 17 or later) devices that have a Lightning connector. For the iPhone 18/17/16/15 Series, purchase Backbone One - USB-C controller (BB-51-P-BR)

Lightning port Play longer with pass-through charging that lets you play and charge simultaneously. Use your Backbone One as a wired controller with a PC or tablet with our Play On Any Screen feature.

Low-latency connection Experience ultra-responsive gameplay with a direct connection to your phone’s Lightning port.

Backbone App The Backbone App organizes your gaming content library and streaming services into an integrated user experience. Explore new games, connect to cloud gaming and access Remote Play from your console or PC all in the Backbone app.

How to Use

Snap in your phone and play any game or service that supports controllers, including Apple Arcade, XBOX Game Pass Ultimate, or even stream from your XBOX, PlayStation or PC. Or play in wired mode by connecting to a compatible PC, laptop, or tablet using a Lightning cable.

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AU, CA, EU, NZ and UK.

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Turn your phone into a handheld gaming console

Play almost any game on your phone

Play XBOX, Steam, and PlayStation—or App Store games like Roblox and Minecraft—all through one app.

Play almost any app store game

App Store

Apple Arcade

Netflix

Compatible with any game with controller support in the App Store, on Apple Arcade, or in Netflix Games.

Turn your phone into a handheld gaming console

PS Remote Play

XBOX Remote Play

Steam Link

Play your XBOX, PlayStation®, or PC library with official remote play support.

Find New Games To Play

Search our library or view your personalized recommendations to find your next favorite game.

Cloud Gaming Compatibility

No console? Stream the newest games from your cloud platform of choice to your phone.

Play on any screen

Play on iPad, PC, Mac, and more.

TouchSync

TouchSync automatically adds controller support to your favorite Android titles

“Turns your phone into a gaming console”

"Great for on the go"

"I forgot I was playing on my phone"

"Succeeds in blurring the lines between console and mobile gaming"

"A stunning controller that turns your phone into a more capable gaming device"

"The perfect complement to Apple Arcade"

Technically, magic

Phone and case support

Choose the right version for Lightning or USB-C. Works with most phones and slim cases out of the box.

Connectivity

Plug-and-play via native port—no pairing, no charging, no lag. Always ready when you are.

In the Box

Backbone One Controller, Quick Start Guide, and adapters.

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Ian C.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

love it

I love the new backbone pro setup If it's good in my hands I like the thumb sticks they're a little bit bigger than the backbone one I like that too and I like the buttons you can coordinate that's under the hand grips that helps out a lot too is really good I'm still trying to learn the systems and how to play G-Force and steam on there since I already have that downloaded but other than that right now I enjoying it very very much and when is backbone going to be launching some new games on the app exclusively for the backbone or another teaming up with call of duty that'll be kind of cool or something with a rockstar I think that help boost you guys's cells and then you know putting more games on there that you can play if you're not online or you can play offline to great customer service so keep it up you guys got a good thing going here

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Very smooth, easy to use, and compact just how I like it.

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David U.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Back bone

I’ve had a couple backbones and they work great for on the go. That’s if you’re a gamer. I’d suggest it to the world but perhaps they’ll start installing them on a smart tv to further advance the marathon. 🙌🏻

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Corey P.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perfect for mobile gaming

This is perfect for gaming on your phone. I am not really a gamer but trying to play certain games with the controls on the screen is very difficult, this controller solves that. It’s easy to setup and use.

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Two ways to play

Total mobility

Handheld mode

Game anywhere with a low latency USB-C or Lightning connection.

Gameplay versatility

Wired mode

Play games on all your devices with a USB-C or Lightning connection.

One FAQs

Will Backbone One work with my phone?

Backbone One (USB-C) works with USB-C iPhones (iPhone 15 and newer, including iPhone Air) running iOS 15 or later, and with most USB-C Android phones running Android 11 or later, including the latest Samsung Galaxy models. Foldable phones haven’t been confirmed yet. Most fit, but check that your phone’s USB-C port lines up with the controller’s connector.

Backbone One (Lightning) works with Lightning iPhones (iPhone 14 and earlier, including mini and SE models) running iOS 17 or later.

See the compatible iPhone models and Android phones.

What games can I play?

The Backbone One controller is the perfect match for all your favorite games that are downloadable on the App Store and Google Play Store and support controllers.

This includes popular titles like Call of Duty®: Warzone Mobile, Genshin Impact, Stardew Valley, Roblox, and Minecraft. View our top titles and curated picks.

If you own a console or PC, you can utilize remote play apps offered by [XBOX](/content/pages/xbox-remote-play "https://backbone.com/pages/xbox-remote-play"/index.html), [PlayStation](/content/pages/playstation-remote-play "https://backbone.com/pages/playstation-remote-play"/index.html), and [Steam](/content/pages/steam-link "https://backbone.com/pages/steam-link"/index.html) to play all the games you already own while on the go. On Android, the official PS Remote Play app supports Backbone One – PlayStation® Edition; other Backbone controllers are not supported.

If you don't own a console, connect to a cloud streaming service like XBOX Cloud Gaming and NVIDIA GeForce NOW to unlock hundreds of games on the go.

Check our games library for a full list of compatible titles.

Do I need to own an XBOX, PlayStation, or PC to use the Backbone One?

No! You do not need a PC or XBOX to play thousands of awesome games. You can play any controller-compatible games on the App Store and Google Play Store and access cloud gaming services like XBOX Cloud Gaming and NVIDIA GeForce NOW. A console or PC is only required when remotely playing games installed on a console or computer.

For example, a PlayStation console is required to use [**PS Remote Play**](/content/ba/platforms/playstation-remote-play/ "https://backbone.com/ba/platforms/playstation-remote-play/"/index.html) as the game is installed and running on the PlayStation itself and streamed via the internet to your phone. See our [**XBOX Remote Play**](/content/ba/platforms/xbox-remote-play/ "https://backbone.com/ba/platforms/xbox-remote-play/"/index.html), [**PS Remote Play**](/content/ba/platforms/playstation-remote-play/ "https://backbone.com/ba/platforms/playstation-remote-play/"/index.html) and [**Steam**](/content/ba/platforms/steam-link/ "https://backbone.com/ba/platforms/steam-link/"/index.html) Link pages to learn more about remote play. On Android, the official PS Remote Play app supports Backbone One – PlayStation® Edition; other Backbone controllers are not supported.

Check out the Platforms page to learn more about the different ways to play on Backbone.

Will this work with my phone case?

New adapters on Backbone One (2nd Gen) click into place and support most cases available today, ensuring minimal wait time to lock in and play anywhere.

Very thick or rugged cases may not fit, because a deep case lip around the charging port can stop the controller’s connector from plugging in fully.

Check out all the cases we've tested and know fit here. For a guide on swapping your adapters, check out our help center article.

In your Backbone’s box, you'll find your controller with adapters pre-installed. You can remove or swap them anytime.

Do I need Backbone+?

No. You don’t need Backbone+ or the Backbone app to play: attach your phone and open any controller-compatible game. We recommend the free Backbone app so your controller receives firmware updates. Backbone+ is an optional membership that adds extra features in the app.

Can I use Backbone One with a tablet or computer?

Yes, with a cable. Plug a USB cable into the controller’s pass-through charging port and connect it to an iPad, tablet, Mac, PC, or Chromebook. We call this Play On Any Screen. Play On Any Screen doesn’t work with TVs. Backbone One doesn’t have Bluetooth, so it can’t connect wirelessly; for wireless play, see Backbone Pro.

What’s the difference between Standard, PlayStation, and XBOX Editions?

Standard comes in black and with ABXY buttons.

The XBOX and PlayStation versions come with matching symbols and special colors.

All of them work with XBOX, PlayStation, and Steam.

Note that on Android, only the PlayStation Edition is officially supported for use with PS Remote Play.

Backbone One or Backbone Pro: which should I choose?

Choose Backbone One for the most compact, pocketable controller, with a low-latency wired connection, pass-through charging, and plug-and-play setup. It comes in Standard, PlayStation® Edition, and XBOX Edition.

Choose Backbone Pro for full-size ALPS joysticks, Hall effect triggers, two customizable back buttons, and wireless Bluetooth play on tablets, PCs, and TVs.

Both work with thousands of controller-compatible games, cloud gaming services, and remote play.

Is there a warranty?

Yes, all Backbone controllers come with a 1-year limited warranty, which covers joystick drift.

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