Backbone One (Lightning) - Mobile Gaming Controller for iPhone - 2nd Gen - Black

Backbone One transforms your iPhone device into the ultimate gaming console. 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. Our Second Generation device features two sets of magnetic 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.

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 Amazon Luna, 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) devices that have a Lightning connector. For the iPhone 15 Series, purchase Backbone One - PlayStation (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.

Headset Jack

3.5mm stereo headset jack with microphone support for in-game chat.

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.

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.

Backbone+ Trial Included

Receive a free 1 month Backbone+ trial subscription. Unlock 20+ app features including Smart Record and Play on Any Screen, and in-game rewards from top titles and services. A subscription is not required to use your Backbone One controller.

3 Free Months of Apple Arcade

Unlimited access to over 200+ ad-free games including hits like Sonic Dream Team, Hello Kitty Island Adventure, TMNT Splintered Fate, and Sneaky Sasquatch. Code issued digitally during product set up. Valid to only first time free trial subscribers or existing free trial users.³

Disclaimers

¹ Games and services available may vary by country.

² Backbone+ Membership subscription trial for new members only, valid payment method required and continues automatically. Pricing and availability may vary by country. T&C apply.

³ Offer expires 5/8/2025. Apple Arcade subscription auto renews after promotion until canceled. Pricing and availability may vary by country or region. Terms apply.