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

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

Apple now allows real emulators on the App Store. Here is how to play retro games on iPhone in 2026 with Delta, RetroArch, and PPSSPP. No jailbreak.