Does it work with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate?

Yes. It works with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate cloud gaming, remote play from an Xbox console, and other controller-supported games and services.

Does it need charging or pairing?

No. It draws power from the iPhone through the Lightning connector and connects automatically when plugged in.

Will it fit with a phone case on?

Usually not. The phone has to sit flush against the connector, so most cases need to be removed.

Does it work with USB-C iPhones?

No. This version uses Lightning; USB-C iPhones need the USB-C model.

Is there a headphone jack?

No. Audio goes through the phone, so wired headphones need a separate adapter.

The controller itself, plus adapters to fit different iPhone sizes and a quick start guide.

Backbone One Lightning Mobile Gaming Controller for Xbox One

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$52.02at WalmartChecked Nov 12

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Backbone One Lightning Mobile Gaming Controller for Xbox One

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Last seen at $52.02 at Walmart on Nov 12.

Our take on the Backbone One Lightning Mobile Gaming Controller for Xbox One

The Backbone One is a snap-on controller that turns a Lightning iPhone into a handheld console. It plugs into the phone's Lightning port, so there is no pairing or charging, and it works with Apple Arcade, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, cloud streaming from Xbox, PlayStation or PC, and any game that supports controllers. It suits iPhone owners who want console-style sticks and triggers without carrying a separate gamepad. Against rivals like the Razer Kishi, its edge is the Backbone app for game discovery and capture, while its limits are Lightning-only compatibility and a fit that depends on the phone case.

Best foriPhone owners who stream Xbox or Game Pass gamesCommuters and travelers gaming on the goPlayers who want real sticks and triggers on a phoneApple Arcade and controller-supported mobile games

Pros

Plugs into Lightning, so no pairing or battery to charge
Full-size analog sticks, D-pad, face buttons and shoulder triggers
Works with cloud streaming and remote play from Xbox, PlayStation and PC
Backbone app gathers games and handles capture and sharing
Collapses into a pocketable package

Cons

Lightning only, so it does not fit USB-C iPhones
Some owners report the connector or fit loosening over time
Case must be removed for the phone to seat properly
No headphone jack on the controller itself

Backbone One Lightning Mobile Gaming Controller for Xbox One prices at every store

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What reviewers say

3.9 / 5369 ratings

Owners like the console feel of the sticks and triggers and the plug-and-play setup. Complaints center on durability of the connector and on fit with phone cases.

What people mention

BuildMixedOwners like the solid feel but some report the connector or hinge loosening with heavy use.
SetupPraisedReviewers say it works as soon as the phone is plugged in, with no pairing or charging.
FitCriticisedMost phone cases have to come off before the phone seats in the controller.
ControlsPraisedSticks, triggers and buttons are described as close to a console controller in feel.
CompatibilityCriticisedIt only fits Lightning iPhones, so newer USB-C phones are left out.

About the Backbone One Lightning Mobile Gaming Controller for Xbox One

The Backbone One is a mobile gaming controller that connects to an iPhone through its Lightning connector. It works with games and services that support controllers.

Use it to play titles from Apple Arcade and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, or to stream games from an Xbox, PlayStation, or PC. The design is portable, so you can play on the go.

Color: Black
Connection: Lightning connector
Compatibility: iPhone
Model: BB-02-P-BRW
Works with: Apple Arcade, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, streaming from Xbox, PlayStation, or PC

Specifications

color: BlackSource

Questions and answers

Does it work with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate?: Yes. It works with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate cloud gaming, remote play from an Xbox console, and other controller-supported games and services.
Does it need charging or pairing?: No. It draws power from the iPhone through the Lightning connector and connects automatically when plugged in.
Will it fit with a phone case on?: Usually not. The phone has to sit flush against the connector, so most cases need to be removed.
Does it work with USB-C iPhones?: No. This version uses Lightning; USB-C iPhones need the USB-C model.
Is there a headphone jack?: No. Audio goes through the phone, so wired headphones need a separate adapter.
What is in the box?: The controller itself, plus adapters to fit different iPhone sizes and a quick start guide.
Where is the Backbone One Lightning Mobile Gaming Controller for Xbox One cheapest?: At Walmart, for $52.02, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Backbone One Lightning Mobile Gaming Controller for Xbox One?: Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 369 ratings.