Score a Deal on the Backbone One Gen 2 Controller
The Backbone One is our top choice when it comes to gaming controllers for iPhone and Android devices, and now you have the opportunity to snag a fantastic deal on the Gen 2 USB-C model. Best Buy is currently offering a 50% discount on the price of the Backbone One Gen 2, bringing the cost down to just $50 from the original $100. This deal was previously available before Christmas, but it only lasted for a day. Don’t miss this second chance to grab this excellent phone controller at a discounted price.
$50 (was $100)
The Backbone One is a convenient and high-performing option for Xbox Cloud Gaming, PS Remote Play, and native mobile games from subscription services like Apple Arcade and Netflix. This Gen 2 model of the Backbone One is compatible with all iPhone 15 and 16 models as well as Android phones.
One of the major improvements with the Gen 2 Backbone One is its compatibility with a wide range of phone cases, eliminating the need to remove the case when connecting to the controller.
Enjoy a traditional gaming experience with the Backbone One’s button layout and grip style, featuring shoulder buttons, trigger buttons, familiar face buttons, and a staggered layout for the analog sticks. The controller can be folded down for easy portability, making it ideal for gaming on the go.
By attaching the Backbone One to your phone, you can create a handheld gaming experience similar to the Nintendo Switch. The Backbone app allows you to launch many games installed on your device, including titles from Apple Arcade and Netflix, offering a much better gameplay experience compared to touchscreen controls.
Enhance Your Gaming Experience
With the PS Remote Play and Xbox mobile apps, you can stream your console games directly to your phone using the Backbone One, making it an excellent remote play device. It is also one of the top controllers for streaming the vast library of Xbox and PC games available through the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription.
Additionally, this deal includes the Best Buy-exclusive Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile Edition of the Backbone One. While the controller itself is the standard black model, you will receive a voucher for two 30-minute sessions of Double XP. Even more enticing is the three months of Apple Arcade subscription that comes with the controller purchase. Apple Arcade offers a plethora of fantastic games that can be played with a controller, including popular titles like Balatro, NBA 2K25 Arcade Edition, Dead Cells, Shovel Knight Dig, Fantasian, Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop, Disney Dreamlight Valley, and many more.