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Backbone Pro Controller Now Available for Preorder at Select Retailers

Author：Kristen Update：May 18,2025

Attention all mobile gamers! The much-anticipated Backbone Pro controller, which we recently rated an impressive 9/10 in our review, is now available for preorder. You can secure yours at Backbone and Best Buy for $169.99. Mark your calendars because shipping begins on May 20, meaning you won't have to wait long to get your hands on this game-changing device. If you've been eyeing this phone controller, now's your chance to preorder using the links below.

Preorder the Backbone Pro Controller

Backbone Pro

$169.99 at Backbone
$169.99 at Best Buy

With an impressive 40 hours of battery life and a design that prioritizes comfort, the Backbone Pro is poised to elevate your mobile gaming experience. In our glowing 9/10 review, writer Matthew Adler praised it, saying, "The Backbone Pro may not be the revolutionary leap its predecessor was when it hit the mobile gaming market five years ago, but it meaningfully improves on just about every feature that made the original so great. The addition of full-size thumbsticks, upgraded triggers, customizable rear buttons, and virtually silent face buttons and D-pad more than justify the 'Pro' name."

Another standout feature of this device is its FlowState technology. As our review highlights, "it lets you connect the Backbone Pro to an even wider range of devices including tablets, smart TVs, VR headsets, and more over Bluetooth, along with your docked smartphone." This capability expands the gaming possibilities significantly, making the Backbone Pro an excellent investment for any mobile gamer.

Beyond this preorder, if you're on the hunt for other gaming deals, check out our curated lists of the best PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch deals for console users. PC gamers, don't miss out on May's Humble Choice bundle, which has just been released and offers a fantastic array of games for the month.