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Backbone Pro Controller Now Available for Preorder at Select Retailers

Author：Kristen Update：May 17,2025

Attention all mobile gamers! The highly anticipated Backbone Pro controller, which we recently awarded a stellar 9/10 in our review, is now available for preorder. Priced at $169.99, you can secure yours at Backbone and Best Buy, with shipping set to commence on May 20. Don’t miss out on the chance to get your hands on this game-changer sooner rather than later. Preorder links are ready for you below.

Preorder the Backbone Pro Controller

Shipping Starts May 20### Backbone Pro

1$169.99 at Backbone$169.99 at Best Buy

The Backbone Pro is designed to elevate your mobile gaming experience with an impressive 40-hour battery life and a comfortable design. In our glowing 9/10 review, Matthew Adler noted, "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."

A standout feature of this controller is the FlowState technology, which, as our review explains, "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 technology unlocks a multitude of gaming possibilities, making the Backbone Pro an essential addition to any gamer's arsenal.

Beyond this exciting preorder, if you're on the hunt for great gaming deals, check out our roundups of the best PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch deals if you're a console enthusiast. For those who prefer PC gaming, don't miss out on May's Humble Choice bundle, which just launched and offers an exceptional selection of games for the month.