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The best controllers for playing emulated games on a phone in 2026, from clip-on grips like the Backbone to compact Bluetooth pads. Picks for iPhone, Android, every budget.

Android is the most flexible phone for retro emulation. Here are the best Android emulators in 2026, what each one plays, and how to set up your first game with a controller.

Apple now allows real emulators on the App Store. Here is how to play your retro games on an iPhone in 2026 using Delta, RetroArch, PPSSPP, and more, with no jailbreak needed.