The BackBone One is often considered the best iPhone controller available, but the new GameSir X2 Lightning is here to challenge the throne; it’s $30 cheaper and works with thin iPhone cases. So which one is my favorite iPhone controller?
GameSir X2 Lightning
BackBone One
Last updated: 27JAN2022 (see Changelog for details)
The iPhone can do a lot of things seamlessly, and it’s a very powerful device. But something as simple as running an NES game can be quite challenging. So let’s set up your iPhone as a retro game emulation device — no jailbreaking required.
Like with my previous video about gaming on an iPhone (which covered standalone games, Apple Arcade, and streaming), the Backbone One is an essential component of gaming on iOS. There are other options available, like the Razer Kishi or GameSir X2 BT controller, but the Backbone One is miles better than these options thanks to its ease of use and helpful app integration.
One final note before we get started: emulation on iOS is a moving target. With each new iOS update, some things may get broken, or (very rarely) things might actually improve. My advice is to be patient with new iOS updates, and give the development teams to catch up. I’ll keep this guide updated with the latest developments going forward.
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Over 50% of the US phone market share comes from the iPhone, but it is rarely seen as a gaming device. In this video, let’s look at standalone games, Apple Arcade, and how to use streaming to transform your iPhone into a gaming handheld with some help from the BACKBONE ONE controller.
This is the first of two videos. In the next video, we’ll focus on retro game emulation and sideloading your own apps.
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Retro Game Corps 