Can I use Backbone without a console?

Yes and no. Backbone One unlocks a world of possibilities for all types of gameplay experiences. You do not need a PC or Xbox console to play hundreds of great controller-compatible games. However, PlayStation remote play and Xbox remote play do require a console to play.
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Can I play Backbone without a console?

You do not need a console to play hundreds of great controller-compatible games. That being said, if you want to use PlayStation Remote Play you will need a Backbone One - PlayStation Edition for Android and a PlayStation console. Similarly, if you want to use Xbox Remote Play you will need an Xbox console.
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Does your PlayStation have to be on to use the Backbone?

*Note that only the Backbone One PlayStation® Edition is compatible with PS Remote Play on Android devices. Login to your PlayStation® account and tap the console you want to play on. Be sure that your console is on or in rest mode. You're now playing your console from your mobile device.
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Can you use PS Remote Play without a console?

A PS5 console or PS4 console is required for Remote Play. With Remote Play, you can control your PlayStation® console remotely wherever you have a high-speed internet connection. Using the PS Remote Play app, you can control your PlayStation®5 console or PlayStation®4 console from a device at a different location.
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Can you use Backbone without Backbone?

Do I need the Backbone App or Backbone+ to use the Backbone One? Not at all! Backbone+ membership enhances your free Backbone app, and you don't need either to game with your Backbone One controller!
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Backbone One PlayStation edition for iPhone : Your Questions Answered!

Does Backbone drain your battery?

Backbone One draws minimal amounts of power from the phone. Its power consumption is imperceptibly low. The degree of Backbone One's power consumption is so trivial that you could leave Backbone One plugged into your phone overnight without any discernible change in your phone's battery life.
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What do I need to use Backbone?

Which Android models can Backbone One PlayStation Edition connect to? The Backbone One PlayStation Edition can be used with Android phones running Android 10.0 or above. A USB Type-C port is also required.
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How do you play Backbone away from home?

Plug your phone into the Backbone One or any other compatible game controller. Select the console you want to play on, and tap “Remote play on this device.” Your console must be connected to the internet. You're now playing your Xbox from your mobile device with the attached controller.
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How can I play PlayStation without console?

Control your PS4™ system remotely with Remote Play. For example, you can play games for a PS4™ system from a computer in another room, or from your smartphone while you're away from home. For details about what devices you can connect from and connection methods, visit the PS Remote Play website.
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How can I play PS5 games on my phone without console?

How to Use PS Remote Play on iPhone and Android. To get started on mobile, download the PS Remote Play app and sign into your PSN account. You are then prompted to connect a Bluetooth controller. While you can play with touchscreen controls, a DualSense or DualShock 4 controller may be preferable.
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How much is a Backbone subscription?

Backbone+ will cost $4.17 per month, but all new Backbone One owners will automatically receive a free year of service. Those who created a Backbone account before today are guaranteed a lifetime membership to Backbone+.
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What is needed for PlayStation Backbone?

A PS4 or PS5 console with a wired connection via a LAN cable is recommended. For iPhone 15 Series users, an iPhone® running iOS 15.0 or later is recommended for the optimal experience. For Android users, a phone running Android 10.0 and up is required.
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Does Backbone charge your phone?

A pass-through Lightning port on the Backbone One PlayStation Edition allows you to charge your phone while playing. Can you use Bluetooth while using Backbone One PlayStation Edition? Yes, you can use your Apple device's Bluetooth capability while it's snapped into Backbone One PlayStation Edition.
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Can you play anything on Backbone?

Backbone One offers high-quality gameplay for all your favorite games that support controllers. This includes the most popular titles like Call of Duty®: Mobile, Minecraft, and most Apple Arcade and Google Play Pass games. In addition, Backbone is also compatible with many controller-compatible services!
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Can I play all my PlayStation games on Backbone?

Stream any game installed on your PS4™ console or PS5™ console, from God of War™ to Horizon Forbidden West™, right from your phone. Gameplay from the community. Captured in 1080p and in 60fps with the Backbone App. Your new gaming destination.
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How do I play PlayStation games on my iPhone without the console?

Launch PS Remote Play on your mobile device, and then select Sign In to PSN. Sign in with the same account that you use for your console. Select PS5 or PS4. The app searches for the console that you've signed in to using your account, and then connects to the console automatically.
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Does Backbone work with PS Remote Play?

Play your Xbox, PlayStation or PC from anywhere

Take over the world from grandma's house. Play the console and PC games you have with Backbone's support for PS Remote Play, Xbox Remote Play, and Steam Link mobile apps. Works even better with PS5 & Xbox Series X.
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How does Backbone work?

Backbone One transforms your iPhone into the ultimate gaming console. Snap in your phone and play any game or service that supports controllers, including Apple Arcade, App Store games or even stream directly from your Xbox, PlayStation® or PC. No charging, no waiting for updates and no tedious setup.
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Can I play my Backbone on my TV?

On Android:

Yes. You can mirror your screen via Chromecast (on devices with screencast support). This in combination with a capture card setup enables low latency streaming with high resolution and frame rate.
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Do you have to be near PS5 to play Backbone?

Play your PlayStation® games from virtually anywhere* with ease. Simply plug an iPhone into the Backbone One and instantly start playing your PS4™ or PS5™ games with the power of the PS Remote Play app.
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How do I play games on my phone with Backbone?

How to Play Xbox Cloud Gaming on iPhone and Android
  1. In the Backbone App, connect your Xbox Account: Backbone App > Menu > Settings > Connections (Skip this step on Android)
  2. Find any Xbox Game Pass Game in the Backbone App to start playing! ...
  3. On the initial game launch, sign into your Microsoft account again.
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Is Backbone for iPhone good?

Overall the backbone is great and does everything I want it to. My only issues with the backbone are really my phone. What I mean is my iPhone 13 screen is fairly small and the video games are scaled to the screen size. This makes reading text difficult because the print is very small on my iPhone 13.
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What is the best Backbone for iPhone?

The Backbone One has been revolutionary when it comes to gaming on an iPhone or Android smartphone. Now with support for USB-C and Lightning connections, it's one of the best all-round options on the market if you want a mobile controller with official licensing from PlayStation or Xbox.
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Does Backbone need charging?

Overview. Backbone One transforms your iPhone into the ultimate gaming console. Snap in your phone and play any game or service that supports controllers, including Apple Arcade, App Store games or even stream directly from your Xbox, PlayStation® or PC. No charging, no waiting for updates and no tedious setup.
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