Google has made its first big step in gaming and announced Stadia today – a new game streaming platform that will be launching later this year.
Unlike gaming today which requires the latest console or a PC with a decent video card, Stadia works differently with the hardware sitting on Google’s end and only delivering the actual gameplay via a live stream.
Which also means you can play as long your device can stream videos, including your phone. Google demonstrated playing the latest graphic-intensive Assassin’s Creed Odyssey on few devices, including a desktop PC with entry-level hardware.
Here’s the announcement recap that perfectly explains what Stadia is all about.
Google says Stadia is set to arrive later this year together with upcoming first-person shooter Doom Eternal which will run at 4K 60fps but there is no word on price, although it will likely be subscription-based.
It will launch in US, Canada, UK and Europe first.