Backbone One Gaming Controller for Android, iOS Devices Launched in India: Price, Specifications

The Backbone One gaming controller has been launched in India, nearly nine months after the second-generation model debuted in global markets. It supports Android and iOS devices with a range of flexible connectivity options – from standard USB Type-C to Apple’s proprietary Lightning technology. The game controller features analog triggers, precision joysticks, and instant game capture buttons. Users can play their favorite PlayStation, Xbox or PC games on their smartphones thanks to support for PlayStation Remote Play, Xbox Remote Play and Steam Link mobile apps.

Backbone One game controller price in India

Backbone One gaming controller price in India starts at Rs. 7,769 for the Lightning model. It also comes with USB Type-C connectivity and is priced at Rs. 12,499. The game controller comes in two colors – black and PlayStation Edition, the latter of which was designed in collaboration with the PlayStation team.

It is available only on Amazon India.

Backbone One Game Controller Specifications

Backbone says its game controller supports Android and iOS devices. Users with older iPhone models can opt for Lightning port models, while those with Android and the latest iPhone 16 models can opt for USB Type-C connectivity. Both models come with a 3.5mm headphone jack. The Backbone One gaming controller features responsive analog triggers, precise analog sticks, and tactile D-pad. It has a magnetic adapter system and is compatible with most phone cases.

Catering to mobile gamers, the controller features low-latency connectivity, allowing users to charge and play games at the same time. They can instantly capture gameplay via a dedicated instant game capture button.

It supports popular games on the App Store and Google Play Store, including Call of Duty: Mobile, Genshin Impact, Minecraft, Diablo Immortal, and Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. Additionally, gamers can stream games from PlayStation, Xbox or PC on their smartphones as it supports PlayStation Remote Play, Xbox Remote Play and Steam Link mobile apps.