With the launch of Season 2, now shipping worldwide, Playtiles continue their international expansion while bringing physical controls back to mobile gaming. With no electronics, batteries, or Bluetooth pairing, and supported by the dedicated PlaytilesOS app and officially licensed indie games, Playtiles turn any iOS or Android smartphone into a portable game console in seconds.
GRAND EST, France, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- What Are Playtiles?
Playtiles are pocket-sized, fully mechanical controllers that attach directly to a smartphone screen (iOS & Android) using a gecko-inspired adhesion system. They require no adhesive, leave no residue, and are reusable. Input is transmitted mechanically, delivering a responsive, console-like experience.
Paired with the PlaytilesOS app, Playtiles unlock a curated ecosystem of officially licensed indie games, including modern Game Boy / Game Boy Color–inspired titles.
Key Features
- No batteries, cables, or electronic components (minimal e-waste)
- Gecko-inspired reusable adhesion system. No glue, no residue
- Tactile, clicky conductive buttons for authentic gameplay feedback
- Compact and ergonomic, fits in a pocket or wallet
- Game collection delivered weekly, including exclusives and multiple genres
- Privacy-focused, no personal data collection
- No ads or microtransactions
New Season 2 Bundle
The newly introduced Season 2 Bundle (€35) includes an upgraded controller and an expanded game collection. Available now, shipping worldwide: https://get.playtil.es/.
Package Includes:
- Playtiles Physical Controller (for iOS & Android): Redesigned D-pad, refined mechanical layout, updated visual identity.
- PlaytilesOS Mobile App: game library, achievements, manuals, TV casting, multiplayer, import/export tools and more
- Season 2 Game Collection (24 Titles):
- Officially licensed indie games (modern GB/GBC games)
- 7 Playtiles-exclusive games
- Multiple genres: action, adventure, horror, platformer, puzzle & more
- Total content value exceeding €60
Fair & Sustainable Ecosystem
Playtiles introduces a new approach to indie game distribution:
- Eco-friendly by design: no batteries, no electronics, reduced e-waste
- Fair compensation model: 60% of Season revenue split among all games, and 40% distributed via player votes ("vote with your wallet").
"Players support the games they love, and developers get paid fairly without exploitative contracts."
Limited editions
Playtiles also offers small-batch collector editions combining physical controllers and digital games. Some releases are limited to as few as 100 units per title, including special editions such as Tattoo Dungeon: https://limited.playtil.es/
Track record
- 1,500+ units sold in 40+ countries
- 50+ licensed games
- 40+ indie developers and studios
- Retail presence in Japan, Luxembourg, Netherlands, France, and expanding
- Made in EU, patent‑pending, registered industrial designs & trademarks
- Protected by international design and trademark registrations
Media Contact
David Pinneau, INNO Studio / Playtiles, 33 0615889111, [email protected], https://get.playtil.es
SOURCE Playtiles
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