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Backbone Pro

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Compatibility

USB-C

For Android phones and iPhone (18/17/16/15 series)

Seamless Bluetooth® connectivity
Designed for comfort
Engineered for precision
Up to 40 hours of battery life
30-day risk-free returns
Free shipping and returns

Backbone Pro is built for players who demand more — more precision, more comfort, more freedom. Designed with full-sized ALPS joysticks, rear buttons, and a larger ergonomic shape, it delivers pro-level control for every session. FlowState technology lets you move seamlessly between mobile, tablet, PC, and smart TV, unlocking an open world of play. With up to 40 hours of battery life² and customizations in the Backbone App, Backbone Pro lets you play your favorite games — on any screen, anywhere.

Features

Wireless Mode with 40-Hour Battery² Play untethered via Bluetooth® Low Energy across all your screens.

Pro-Level Design Full-sized joysticks, rear buttons, and a sculpted grip built for long sessions.

Universal USB-C Support Works with Android and iPhone 18/17/16/15 series — includes adapters for perfect fit with or without compatible cases.

Console + Cloud Gaming Stream XBOX or PlayStation games, or launch directly from the cloud. No console required.

Customizable Controls Remap buttons and save control profiles with the Backbone App.

Backbone+ Ready Free trial included to unlock free games, exclusive features, and perks.

How to Use

Snap in your USB-C phone or connect wirelessly via Bluetooth. Launch the Backbone App to customize controls, switch devices, and play instantly across mobile, cloud, and console.

Shipping & Warranty

Free shipping on Backbone One orders to the US, in addition to:

AU, CA, EU, NZ and UK.

Free 30-day returns.

Shipping policy & Return policy exclusions apply.

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

Seamless connectivity

Bluetooth pairing with the press of a button. Instantaneous handshake if you have Backbone app.

Precision controls

Full-sized ALPS joysticks and pro-style rear buttons deliver console-grade accuracy and feedback.

All-day comfort

Sculpted, ergonomic shape with anti-fatigue grips built for long sessions—at home or on the go.

Phone and case support

Supports Android and iPhone (18/17/16/15 series) with or without a case. Includes magnetic adapters for the perfect fit.

Audio

Includes 3.5mm headset jack for wired audio and supports Bluetooth audio through your connected phone.

4.5

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

Based on 25 reviews

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Dwayne B.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service and company

I sent in my remote control for a replacement. And it came back 2 weeks on time. I had no issues with the customer service or the on time shipping. It has been a great experience dealing with the claims. Thank you, backbone.

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Severiano G.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great controller

I love the fact that not only can you play games but you can use the bluetooth with your playstation system and play as well. The pro is definitely an upgrade from the regular backbone. Its well worth paying the money.

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Justin B.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceeded expectations

Arrived quickly and gameplay has been smooth. The controller is a bit bulkier than original backbone but still very comfortable. The Bluetooth has been a godsend since my charging port hasn’t been working since I spilled soda in it ruining my last backbone. I am getting an Apple TV device as well so I can play on my tv through backbone app without a phone presumably as well. All in all satisfied with my purchase , thank you again backbone !

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Carlton H.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing!

So far it is actually amazing. The work, the effort that you put into improving this platform is shining through. It does what you said can do and I'm loving using it on different devices. You have set us free! No latency, works with all my devices, phone (Galaxy S24 Ultra), tablet (Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra), everything. Easy to set up, easy to use. It just works. Thank you

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Carlos O.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Backbone Pro

Upgrading from the Backbone one controller, this one offers enhanced ergonomics, particularly beneficial for individuals with larger hands. Compared to the smaller model, this one alleviates fatigue during gameplay. I must express my satisfaction with the purchase and highly recommend it.

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Play handheld or wireless on any screen

Universal compatibility

Instant Bluetooth pairing

Jump in anywhere. Move from phone to tablet to TV to PC without missing a moment of gameplay.

Total mobility

Handheld mode

Make a move. Game anywhere with a low latency USB-C connection, quiet buttons, and textured grips.

Gameplay versatility

Wireless mode

Lose the phone. Play Backbone Pro using Bluetooth with up to 40 hours of battery life.2

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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