

To reduce load on the internet further, we’re working toward a temporary feature that changes the default screen resolution from 4k to 1080p. “For Stadia, we’ve always adjusted bandwidth use based on a variety of in-home and local internet factors. “With increased demand due to more people at home during this time, we’re taking a responsible approach to internet traffic,” Harrison said on the Stadia blog. Google is also making a change to Stadia Pro’s default streaming resolution in an effort to manage bandwidth, similar to efforts from Netflix, Disney, and Sony Interactive Entertainment, according to Stadia vice president and general manager Phil Harrison. Subscribers can cancel their subscriptions online, if they choose to do so. The two free months of Stadia Pro will give users access to the following games, as of April:Īfter the two-month trial period, Stadia Pro will cost $9.99 per month. A Stadia Controller (which can be purchased separately for $69) is not required users can also play with a supported USB controller or mouse and keyboard. Users still have to purchase games to own them, but those games can be played on a PC, Chrome OS tablet, Google Pixel phone, and other supported Android devices. Google Stadia review: cloud gaming brought down to earthĪs of April 8, access to the base-level version of Stadia - games stream at a maximum resolution of 1080p - will be free by signing up at the Stadia website.
