Google Stadia and other cloud gaming platforms are changing the world of gaming. Instead of launching a new console or PC rival, Google used its cloud-streaming technology to enable anyone with an internet connection to play AAA AAA games on any device, including phones, tablets and Chromebooks. We love Stadia and are very supportive of the service. However, there have been some serious problems lately. Are you ready to find out more? Let's get started.
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Stadia: How it works
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Google's streaming game service Stadia is called Stadia. It's similar to Amazon Luna and NVIDIA GeForce Now, but allows you to stream video games from cloud servers. Stadia doesn't require you to download any games. Instead, you can stream them to your devices as long as your internet connection is fast enough to support it. VPN Deals: Monthly plans starting at $1 and a lifetime license for $16 You can instead play on devices that you already own. There are many compatible devices and phones with Stadia, including iPhones and Macbooks as well as Chromebooks and Chrome OS tablets and Android TV and Google TV devices for TVs. You will need to purchase Stadia ports in order to stream the games, unlike GeForce Now which allows you to stream games purchased on Steam. Subscribing for Stadia Pro gives you access to an ever-growing library of games. Stadia: Plans and global availability
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Stadia is often asked if you have to sign up to it in order to use it. No. You can purchase and play any game that you like, just as with any other gaming library. If you intend to use Stadia Pro regularly, you should consider a Stadia Pro membership. Stadia Pro vs Stadia is first and foremost the quality of the stream. Stadia's free tier allows you to stream at 1080p and stereo sound. However, you can still reach 60 frames per second. Stadia Pro allows you to stream games at up to 4K quality, 60 frames per second (FPS), and generate surround sound audio. Pro members will eventually be able to stream 8K games at 120 frames per second (FPS) according to Google. Stadia Pro members have access to a Stadia Pro game library that you can add to your library free of charge. However, they will be removed from your library if unsubscribed. Stadia Pro members can download all Pro games at once, unlike other gaming memberships which limit access to games for a specific time period. However, Stadia can remove any Pro games from your library after their Pro period ends. Stadia Pro also gives you exclusive discounts on selected game purchases Stadia games can only be streamed in countries that have the service, regardless of whether you choose the paid or free tier. Here are 22 countries in which Google currently offers this service: Austria
Belgium
Canada
Czech Republic
Denmark
Finland
France
Germany
Hungary
Ireland
Italy
The Netherlands
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Slovakia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
United Kingdom
United States Although Stadia is currently available in Puerto Rico, Alaska and Hawaii, it is not available for residents of Guam or Hawaii. The Stadia controller is currently not available in the Czech Republic, Hungary Poland, Portugal and Romania. Stadia: History, reviews, and the most recent news
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Since the announcement about Stadia Games and Entertainment closing down and Jade Raymond, the studio head, was announced as leaving the company without releasing or announcing any games, it quickly became clear that this would mean Google shutting down Stadia. This is not to mention the implications for Stadia customers who bought games through its platform. These fears are not unfounded, considering Google frequently kills high-profile projects. Stadia will not be shutting down at this time, but you can rest assured. Google has not decided to develop games but has dedicated Stadia engineers. The cloud gaming platform will continue to host third party games developed by developers who have partnered. This news will determine how game studios respond to it. David Jagneaux, our Stadia writer, argued that Google is sending developers a bad message. If Google doesn't invest in developing games for Stadia why should they port their games to the platform or make an exclusive deal? Stadia began with a few games, but has since built a solid catalog. We hope that this will not stop third-party games from coming to Stadia. Stadia Games' demise shows that Google is not committed to hardware. Google is known to cancel projects that don’t produce immediate results. However, game studios can take years to develop new IPs and often need several tries before they release a breakthrough hit. Some experts believe that Google will sell Stadia as a cloud streaming platform to games publishers, based on the studio's premature closure. This could mean that Stadia could cease to be a consumer-based platform, and customers would lose access to cloud games they have purchased. Stadia could shut down, which would mean that my saved data and games will be lost. Stadia's TOS does not state which way, but it does say that purchases are tied to your Google account permanently. Stadia's director stated that the games you purchase on Stadia are yours to enjoy. We'll be supporting Takeout from day one so you can download your game metadata including saves, if you wish to. He didn't refute the possibility of losing access to your games, but he did say that Google was fully invested in Stadia, which is a statement that hasn't aged well. It's likely that Stadia will shut down and you will lose access to your games. You'll have to purchase them again. Before you lose your access, you can still download and save playtime statistics and screenshots from your Stadia games. The game you are playing will determine whether your campaign can be transferred to another version on Steam, GOG or somewhere else. Bungie supports cross-save cloud-based for Destiny 2 and Ubisoft+ allows you to save your data in the cloud. However, you will need to create an account with the developer and pay a fee. Stadia saves cannot be downloaded by themselves and used for other platforms. What about other platforms? Yes. It doesn't matter if Stadia is down. However, it's useful to know what you can do with your Stadia control. It works with Steam, Epic Origin, Origin, EA Desktop and Xbox Cloud Gaming for Android. It only works if it is connected to your computer via a USB C to USB A cable, or to your phone using a USB C to USB C cable. Stadia has been updated to allow wireless connection to devices. However, this functionality is only available for Stadia. After the controller is plugged in, it will need to be recognized by the service. To allow Steam client to recognize the controller, you will need to enable Big Picture Mode. Next, choose a controller configuration and map buttons for the controller to make it work. The Stadia controller works on other platforms but the Stadia-specific buttons (Google Assistant, Share button) will not work. Users also report that the rumble function doesn't work with non-Stadia titles. Stadia: Supported devices
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Stadia has seen a significant increase in its popularity since its launch. It now supports a wide range of smartphones, tablets, Chromebooks and TVs. There are many ways to use Stadia even if your device doesn't appear on the official list. Let's look at your options. How to play Stadia on TV. Since its launch, the Chromecast Ultra and Stadia controller were required in order to play Stadia on television. The Ultra is no more sold by itself. It is still available in the Stadia Premiere Edition. However, it has been replaced by Play and Watch With Google TV Package. The bundle now includes a Chromecast with Google TV as well as a Stadia controller. Google has also permitted more Android TV and Google TV devices support Stadia starting in 2021. The complete list of Android TV devices that have been officially supported is available here: Chromecast with Google TV
Hisense Android Smart TVs (U7G, U8G, U9G)
Nvidia Shield TV, Shield TV Pro
Onn FHD Streaming Stick & UHD Streaming Device
Panasonic JX800 series (Europe)
Philips Android TVs starting in 2019 (7304 and above) and 2020 (8505 or higher)
TCL 6-Series and 5-Series (with Google TV).
Mi Box 3 and Mi Box 4 must be downloaded. This app will allow you to set up your Chromecast Ultra. Next, download the iOS and Android Stadia apps on your phone. Sign in with a Google account. You can pair the Stadia controller with the Chromecast Ultra to launch games on your TV. To launch Chromecast with Google TV or Android TV devices, download the Stadia App from the Google Play Store and sign in to your Google account to use with Stadia. You can pair compatible Bluetooth, PlayStation 4, Stadia, Xbox, or Xbox controllers with any officially supported Android TV device. Google allows most controllers use with Chromecast Ultra, Chromecast With Google TV or any Android TV device via the Phone Link option within the mobile Stadia App. A controller can be an Android or iOS smartphone to play games on the TV using a virtual touch screen gamepad. You can download the Stadia app on non-supported Android TV boxes and boxes that are not listed on the list of devices that allow you to play games. To make it work, however, you must enable the "Experiments tab" in the settings menu of the Stadia app. Google warns that it may have issues playing games on unofficial devices as it isn't optimized for them. Certain televisions will now be able play Stadia games on their own by the end of 2021. A Stadia app via webOS is supported by the 2021 LG TV line-up. According to the LG press release, Stadia will become a downloadable app in the LG Content Store in 2021's second half. 2020 LG TVs with webOS 5.0 will get Stadia later in 2019. You will only need a Stadia controller in order to play.
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What Android smartphones and tablets are compatible with Stadia? Stadia is supported by the following Android phones and tablets: Pixel 2, 3XL. 3, 3XL. 3a, 3aXL. XL. 4, 4XL. 4a, 4a XL. 5, 5a
Samsung S8, S8+, S8 Active, Note 8, S9, S9+, Note 9, S10, S10+, Note 10, Note 10+, S20, S20+, S20 Ultra, S21, S21+, S21 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e, S6, S7, S7+, A, A7
OnePlus 5, 6, 7, 7 Pro, 7 Pro 5G, 8, 8 Pro, 5T, 6T, 7T, 7T Pro, 7T Pro 5G, 8T, Nord, N10 5G, N100
Asus ROG Phones
Razer Phone, Razer Phone II
LG V50S ThinQ and V60 ThinQ. You will also need a Google account (not compatible for G Suite or Google for Education accounts), a Stadia account with active Stadia account (activated by signing up for free, purchasing Premier Edition or inviting friends) and the Stadia application downloaded to your smartphone. You may still be able use your Android phone even if it isn't listed. This list includes phones that Google developers have tested Stadia on with no bugs. However, they may not have yet tried your phone. Go to the Settings and select "Experiments." Then, turn on "Play on the device" by downloading the Stadia app. This will remove any restrictions on your device and allow you to use the service whenever it suits you. Keep in mind, however, that your phone might have been removed from the list. To test it out, you can play some free Stadia games before you sign up or purchase anything. Stadia works on iOS. There is an iOS Stadia app. However, it's only meant to allow you to access the games you have on your TV. Apple's policy of preventing gaming apps from competing with its App Store and Apple Arcade means that you cannot play them. Google has a legal solution that allows iPhone and iPad users to play Stadia games via their Safari or Chrome web browsers. You will need to upgrade to iOS 14.3 or higher to play Stadia on iOS. Next, create a Stadia Account and ensure you have at least one of your favorite games in your library. You can now go to stadia.com with your iPhone or iPad. You should tap "Got it" and you will be good to go. You can also create a shortcut to a web application by clicking the share button in Safari, and then selecting "Add To Home Screen." You should have the ability to use some Bluetooth controllers and the Stadia controller. However, unlike Android phones, it is not possible to use a wired controller with Stadia on iOS. Stadia is easiest to use on a computer. You can play Stadia on either a Mac or a PC. Sign in to your Google account and go to Stadia.com using Chrome. Then you can start downloading Stadia Pro games or buying games. There are no requirements for hardware, so you can use your keyboard or mouse to connect a controller. Stadia is particularly easy to use for Chromebook users! Stadia is now pre-installed with new Chromebooks. However, it's technically an Android app and not a web app. You'll also get three months of free Stadia Pro subscription when you purchase a new Chromebook. Stadia is the only way to play graphics-intensive games on these devices, as they have very little RAM, storage or graphical power. Stadia: The best controllers and accessories
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Stadia is unique because you don't need many accessories in order to use it. Most gamers will already have at least one controller that works with Stadia. This includes popular controllers from other consoles such as the Dualshock 4, Xbox One and Switch Pro. You can use your smartphone as a controller to play on TV. Some Stadia games have direct touch controls for Android mobile devices. We've compiled the best Stadia accessories to help you make your cloud gaming experience as smooth as possible. We have the best products for you to consider, whether you are looking for a controller or low-latency headphones. The best Stadia controller is your first purchase. We recommend the original Google Stadia controller. It is extremely comfortable to hold for extended play sessions and comes in three colors: Clearly White, Just Black and Wasabi. There are two tricks that can be used for the Stadia Share or Google Assistant buttons. You can share 4K video directly to YouTube using the Share button. The Google Assistant button allows you to access the controller's microphone and issue voice commands just like you would with any Assistant-enabled device. This feature is only available when the controller connects to a Chromecast. It does not work with other Stadia-compatible devices. The Stadia controller has an audio jack as well as a USB-C port, which can be used to charge or connect headphones. While wireless controllers can be great for most situations, they can be difficult to use on mobile devices when you are on the go. We recommend the Razer Kishi and Google Stadia for the best Android Stadia experience. The Razer Kishi with Google Stadia is a wired controller that moves around your Android phone. The left and right halves of the controller are on each side of the phone. It looks like a small Nintendo Switch. Before you buy a Razer-compatible phone, make sure you check. Stadia: The best games, free games and subscriptions
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Stadia had a small library of games when it launched. Most of them were older than a few years ago. It added more backlist titles, but few launch titles as it went along. We are happy to report that this has changed. Many publishers, such as Ubisoft, bring their games directly to Stadia along with console and PC launches. You can now buy Stadia ports and enjoy major AAA titles from anywhere. Stadia is getting new games every week. In many cases, the games outperform those on the latest consoles. The Stadia port was able to avoid all the problems that led to the game being removed from the Playstation Store. The Cyberpunk Stadia port has been so popular that Google's servers were overwhelmed. On day one, other popular annual titles such as Madden NFL 21 and NBA 2K21 are available on Stadia's storefront. Check out our complete list of all games available on Google Stadia. We keep it updated frequently. Next, see our top picks for Google Stadia's best games overall. These games that you have on Steam will need to be repurchased to play on Stadia. Stadia Pro is a great way to get started with Stadia, without spending a lot of money on gaming. You get better streaming quality and a lot of Stadia Pro games for $9.99 per month. You can currently add more than 20 Stadia Pro titles to your Stadia library free of charge, including popular titles such as Hitman, PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds and Hotline Miami 2 - Wrong Number. Google Stadia supports selected game subscription services in addition to standalone titles. Ubisoft+ on Stadia allows you to access 100 games, including new titles like Assassin's creed: Valhalla. You can also access all the DLC through Stadia. Although we hope that EA Play will eventually arrive on Stadia, there has been no confirmation of plans. After it acquired gaming studios such as Typhoon Studios, we had high expectations for Google's Stadia Games and Entertainment. Google shut down its development studio without making any announcements. Future Stadia exclusives will be available only through third-party deals. Stadia: Information usage and internet requirements
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Stadia relies entirely on the internet so you will need an excellent connection to be able to play. Your experience will be better if you have a good internet connection. To test your internet speed, you can use the official Stadia speed test. Google recommends that you have speeds at least 10 Mbps. You can play 720p at 60 frames per second with stereo audio. You can play 1080p at 20 Mbps with HDR and 5.1 surround sound. Only a TV that supports HDMI eARC connections can produce surround sound. Google recommends a minimum of 35 Mbps for Stadia gaming and crisp 4K content. You have two options to access it: stream to a 4K television using a Chromecast Ultra, compatible Android TV device or stream on stadia.com if you support VP9 hardware decoding. For consistent speeds, you will need an ethernet connection in either case. This is something you should keep in mind when using Stadia for your daily gaming needs. Even if your internet plan supports 4K gaming, it may not allow you to stream for extended periods of time. Google estimates that 4K gaming consumes 20 GB/hour while 1080p games can use up to 12.6GB/hour. You will only use half your monthly data limit if you play 4K games for less than an hour each day. If you are a serious gamer who uses Stadia often, you might need to upgrade to an unlimited internet package. Stadia: Exclusive Features
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Stadia was created in the age of social media and YouTube streamers. It has some unique tools that make sharing your gaming moments easier. To start, you can instantly save screenshots and video clips to your Stadia controller's share button. These can then be uploaded to YouTube or downloaded. Stadia is much easier than other consoles, which makes it easier to upload your saved footage. Google introduced Crowd Play, a new feature specifically for streamers. A YouTuber can instantly allow their viewers to jump in to a Stadia game by clicking a button at the end of a live stream. A button will appear on a trailer for an Assassin's Creed Odyssey game that allows you to jump into the game instantly and begin playing within five seconds. Crowd Play is currently in closed beta. It supports a limited number of games. State Share is the most dynamic feature of Stadia. This feature allows you to capture gameplay moments and then send a link to your friends or followers that instantly transports them back to the exact same difficulty settings, loadout, etc. You can share a secret level or place yourself in an impossible situation to challenge others. Hitman 3 is the first Stadia game to use State Share, but more Stadia games will soon add this feature. Stadia: Competitors
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Stadia has overcome some frustrating issues and is now a legit gaming platform. There are many excellent gaming services available today. It can be difficult to choose which one to use. How does Stadia compare to other cloud gaming services like Steam? These are some of its most formidable rivals that you might consider as an option. Although Amazon Luna is still in beta and only available in the United States of America, Amazon Luna vs. Google Stadia represents a real battle between tech giants who are just getting into the gaming market. Luna offers a more extensive 100+ game collection for a monthly subscription than Stadia Pro (30). It streams only in 1080p and you can't purchase any games until they're removed. This makes it difficult to know what will happen to your save data. It is available for PC, Mac (via web app), some Android and iOS smartphones, all Fire TV devices, Fire tablets, Chromebooks, and any Fire tablet. Nvidia GeForce Now and Google Stadia are two fully-fledged cloud gaming platforms. GeForce Now, a free service that allows you to stream your games on Steam and not have to purchase them again if they were made available by Nvidia. Although it is less expensive than the monthly cost, it can often sell out and you will have to pay six months in advance. You also have a wider selection of compatible games, but it only has a maximum resolution of 2K. You also have Xbox Game Pass Streaming and Google Stadia. Game Pass was originally launched on Xbox. However, it can now be streamed from your Android phone, tablet, web browser or iOS browser. It costs more than Stadia per monthly and has over 100 games in its library including well-known Microsoft titles such as Halo: Master Chief Collection and Gears 5.
