BACKBONE One Mobile Gaming Controller for Android and iPhone 15/16 Series (USB-C) - 2nd Gen - Turn Your Phone into a Gaming Console - Play Xbox, PlayStation, Call of Duty, Roblox, Fortnite & More

My partner bought me this because I've been suffering with a herniated disc with nerve compression and so couldn't enjoy sitting in my PC chair to game at present.Using this little bit of kit I've been able to not only play on my PS5 while laid comfortably but also my Xbox and Steam games as well as some Google Play Store games.The buttons feel great to use albeit took a little getting used to if you're more accustomed to a PS5 controller.It easily fits my Samsung S23 Ultra although I do have to remove my case as mine is designed to combat my clumsiness and is therefore rather chunky.The app itself is a great addition to making things easier to switch between sources of games and took no time at all to set up.Due to my back issues I've not as yet been able to test this on the go but if you are like me and have a medical issue that affects your hobby this is a fantastic middle ground to help you out.

I love this controller. It is the second one I’ve brought due to upgrading my phone it it having usb c. Love this controller. Well built and is plug and play. They do a subscription service for their app that unlocks some additional features. You do get 12 months free before you have to start paying but to be fair, I don’t use that and it’s not needed for you to use the controller. Overall a very good controller but appreciate it might be a bit pricey considering some other options out there.

The device itself is great. Feels great, looks great and the form factor is great. Perfectly portable and paired with a good game it is incredible how well it replicates the mobile gaming device feel.The app is a scam. The product description (and all the media adverts I have seen for the device) state that you can plug the device into a multitude of other devices via USB-C and use it as a controller with this devices. You can’t unfortunately. Not unless you pay £40 a year for the privilege through a Backbone+ subscription. This feels like a ridiculous thing to lock behind a subscription. It isn’t a service. It’s locking out hardware features. Hardware that has already been bought. There is nothing else in the subscription that justifies the cost either. They advertise chat and friends list (on a mobile device !?!? - those already exist on a phone, or can be downloaded for free through other, much more common and robust apps). They also advertise a months Xbox Gamepass or Apple Arcade subscription, but these are trials (that you’re actually paying Backbone for ?!?) and can be acquired for free through other means. Free trials are ten a penny.Great device. Shockingly scummy app monetisation. Four stars, simply because this is a review for the actual device.

Initially, I was hesitant to purchase either the Steam Deck or this device. However, I am immensely pleased with my decision. The device’s powerful backbone is particularly advantageous for remote play games, and plane journeys will now be significantly more convenient.

First of all for something that’s supposed to be a PlayStation style controller it’s more like an Xbox one with the offset analog sticks. The left analog stick is above the utterly dreadful d pad. Making it awkward for someone who prefers the ergonomics of a PlayStation controller. That’s not all though the directional aim of the left analog stick is completely off. I was playing on fifa and all my passes and my dribbling were completely astray making the game unplayable. The bumper buttons and triggers are also way too close together. The D pad is also an ergonomic nightmare, you have literally no control of where those buttons will go. All in all a very cheap and shoddy product and definitely not worth £100.

This is a great buy, impressive quality, feels solid in the hand and well made. Works an absolute treat with my iPhone Pro Max, good speed internet would be a must.I can now enjoy my PS4 games anywhere at home without hogging the TV.Highly recommend, worth the price.