Would you game this way? Backbone review - xCloud, Mobile Gaming, Genshin Impact, COD and more

Backbone Review! I put the Backbone through its paces with iOS games, xCloud, Steam Link, Xbox and Playstation Remote play! The Backbone has a lot of excellent features...

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📕 Chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:07 Design and Ergonomics
5:48 Backbone App
7:03 More hardware and app discussion
10:47 Cons to the hardware
12:03 xCloud Streaming Service
15:59 Other streaming options
16:15 Xbox Remote Play
17:18 Playstation Remote Play
19:02 Steam Link
20:37 Native iOS Games
23:13 Apple Arcade
24:30 Alternatives
25:46 Razor Kishi
27:03 Final Question & Thoughts

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[markphillips]

Ive never been much of a gamer, but very much enjoyed it as a kid. Some Call of Duty or Halo has so much nostalgia that I have a desire to enjoy games like I did back then. As an adult and father, I dont have the time or commitment to fire up a console (I have a dusty Xbox One X) and play for long stretches. This means that even with access to games Id prefer to play I am somewhat forced to be much more casual and stick to mobile. I just got the Backbone and have been trying it out with GamePass Ultimate, remote play, COD Mobile, etc. This is the bridge I needed to play the games I love at a much more casual level. Perfect device for me and anyone who identifies with this comment!

[skuudigital]

I love it! Been mobile gaming for 2 years BUT there is a huge health con and it’s been happening with those who play CLAW style. RSI, Carpel Tunnel, sever hand cramps and finger locking - I started getting it and stopped playing for a couple of years. Just today, I purchased the Backbone cos it was available in my country (New Zealand) and am waiting on it’s arrival. I think this will fix those health issues for mobile gamers in a big way.

[noticeddamian]

It’s a great controller but it’s annoying to always have to take off your phone case to use it.

[JBlaze]

Easily the best review on YouTube for this product. Thanks!

[DGJunkie]

I've had the Kishi for about a year now and really like it. The no headphone port wasn't really an issue since I use bluetooth headphones anyways. I've never noticed it being uncomfortable to use but I'm not spending hours at a time playing either. I like that it folds up for easier carrying either in a jacket pocket or the front pocket of a backpack. My only complaint is that you have to remove your case but even that only takes a few seconds to take off and put back on. Overall I'm happy with it.

[kirika]

I was hesitant about getting this because it’s 100 dollars but after this view it actually seems to be worth the 100 and it’s not cheapy

[davidziemer]

Great video. One thing I noticed - when I was on vacation across the country I WAS able to play my PS5 remotely on a different wifi network. My console was ethernet wired to the router at home. heavily dependent on WiFi speed of course but it did indeed work

[SethModThis]

Bought the backbone yesterday for my iPhone 12 mini and if you need a friend with a backbone let me know :D

I play cod mobile and Genshin impact as well

[blueeyedtech]

I would love to see a comparison between the Backbone and the Kishi. I am debating between the two because the backbone is pretty awesome but the Kishi does what I need it to do at a cheaper price.

[obxboy]

Tefty, your videos are so damn pleasant to watch! Editing, music, hosting…just great. I got a Backbone for my 11Pro Max about two weeks ago. I find it to be a great choice for mobile gaming. The hiccups are with processing power of the phone and your Wifi connection. Destiny 2 demands a strong Wifi connection. Gaming works the iPhone battery pretty hard and the back of the phone gets hot quick. I plan to upgrade to the next iPhone in the fall. Hopefully, it runs cooler & faster with the Backbone. Again, a robust Wifi connection is key.

[ryanratpanhya]

I play on laptop (chrome book) and I use GeForce now to play fortnite and I can play on mobile but I am not used to touch and If I bought the backbone it would make my life easier even though I would have to learn how to use a controller

[mark_gearhart]

I just bought mine today and I'm pretty excited for it! Mostly gonna use it to satiate my need for the steam deck if I'm being real honest.

[ramooninthemoon]

Such a brilliantly produced video. If you dedicated more time to put out tech videos it would me a preference channel

[JordannHDx]

I honestly don’t understand why people are complaining about removing a case. It’s hardly a chore

[gamingjamie]

To play your steam games do you have to have your pc on whilst playing, or can you play it anywhere like in a hotel?

[jayblair]

Not only for iphones... they sell one for android also

[rydiggitydog]

Love this product . The case situation is what it is. Pretty hard for a company to plan for tevery case and phone size .

Coming here fro DCP!!

[francescoaiello]

there is a setting on your PlayStation that you can set to leave your console always connected to the internet even in rest mode, and you can play your remote play while the console is in rest mode, anywhere.

[patfarmer]

Dude I just bought this. It’s just like my switch except I get to play Xbox games and don’t even have a console. Graphics are great, it’s easy as crap to use. This thing is amazing and I suggest it to anyone.

[tylersnider]

X Cloud sucked for me about a year ago and now it is much much more playable. They must have really put some work into X Cloud. Have your tired it lately?