How to Play Google Stadia on Phone, PC and TV

How to Play Google Stadia new cloud-based game platform, was built to be “platform-agnostic.” In other words, you can play Stadia on dozens of different devices, and have basically the same experience on each one.

That said, for many newcomers to the platform, it isn’t immediately clear just which systems can run Stadia. So aside from a solid internet connection a must-have for any streaming setup how can you play Stadia?

In short, Stadia is available on most famous Android phones, new iPhones and iPads, any computer with Google Chrome, and TVs with a Chromecast Ultra plugged in. And if you’re using a phone or computer, you probably won’t even need a new game controller. Here’s a guide to the gear you’ll need to play Stadia, so you can get started streaming your favorite games right away.

Steps to Play Google Stadia on PC

1. Ensure your PC meets the minimum system requirements.
2. Create a Google account and sign up for Google Stadia.
3. Connect a compatible controller to your PC or use a keyboard and mouse.
4. Open Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, or Mozilla Firefox.
5. Go to the Stadia website (stadia.google.com) and sign in.
6. Browse and select a game from the Stadia library.
7. Follow the prompts to start playing the game on your PC.

How to Play Google Stadia on TV

1. Ensure your TV has a compatible HDMI input.
2. Connect a Stadia Controller to your TV using Wi-Fi or a USB-C cable.
3. Open the Google Stadia app on your Android TV or Smart TV.
4. Sign in to your Google account within the Stadia app.
5. Browse and select a game from the Stadia library.
6. Use the Stadia Controller or a compatible game controller to play the game on your TV.
7. Enjoy playing Google Stadia games on your TV!

Steps to Play Google Stadia on Phone

1. Ensure your phone meets the minimum system requirements. Google Stadia is compatible with certain Android devices and iPhones.
2. Download and install the Google Stadia app from the Google Play Store (for Android) or App Store (for iOS).
3. Open the Google Stadia app on your phone.
4. Sign in to your Google account within the Stadia app.
5. Connect a compatible game controller to your phone using Bluetooth or USB (if supported).
6. Browse and select a game from the Stadia library within the app.
7. Start playing the game on your phone using the controller or on-screen touch controls.

What Stadia on PC doesn’t support right now

Stadia can watch in 4K, HDR, and 5.1 Surround on TVs with Chromecast Ultra. On a PC, you can only stream in 1080p until sometime in 2020. Stadia is missing some big features, but the PC version is missing some features that Chromecast and Android have. Here are the PC menu items you can’t use right now:

• Notifications & emails
• Use of data and quality of display
• Google Assistant