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Also opens support for more third-party controllers. What you need to know Stadia players can use their smartphones or third-party controllers to play Stadia games on TV. Works with Android and iOS smartphones, and requires the mobile Stadia app to pair. Can be used with Chromecast Ultra, Chromecast with Google TV, or any Android TV device. Google announced today that Stadia players can now use their smartphones as controllers to play Stadia games on a television alongside opening support for more third-party controllers. Any Stadia-enabled device can use a Bluetooth controller or pair an Android or iOS smartphone itself to play games with touch gamepad controls. The process can be done through the Phone Link option in the mobile Stadia app. With the smartphone and TV tied to the same Wi-Fi network, players can choose a controller from the list or "Phone touch gamepad" to control games directly with the smartphone for the TV. Google outlined the entire process in

Google has some of the biggest AAA games out there on its platform, and the catalog keeps getting bigger and better. With more than a year on the market, dozens of games on Stadia are available to play instantly with no downloads, patches, or updates required. So whether you love shooters, RPGs, online multiplayer, platformers, indies, or something in between, there are undoubtedly games for you on Stadia right now. Here's our list of the best Google Stadia games available to you now! Featured favorite Cyberpunk 2077 for Stadia CD Projekt RED's open-world epic may not be the genre-defining revolution a lot had hoped for, but the Stadia version plays great. While the PS4 and Xbox One editions currently suffer from horrible performance issues and tons of bugs, the Stadia version is comparable to playing on a gaming PC and is arguably the best way to play the game. I enjoyed it quite a lot in my review and am excited to see it get better. $60 at Stadia Gather your

You no longer have to play Stadia games in an experimental setup on Samsung's recent flagship phones and tablets. What you need to know Stadia is now compatible with more Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets in an official capacity. Samsung's Galaxy S21 and Note 20 devices as well as its recent tablets have gained Stadia support. There's no word on when Google's cloud gaming service will officially support Samsung's foldable devices. Google has expanded the list of devices that are compatible with Stadia . The cloud gaming service now officially supports some of the best Samsung phones , including the Galaxy S21 and Note 20 lineups. There are 11 additional Samsung devices joining the older Galaxy flagships in Stadia's official list of compatible devices. As reported by 9to5Google , these include the company's most recent high-end smartphones and tablets. Samsung Galaxy S21 Samsung Galaxy S21+ Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra Samsung Galaxy Note 20 S

Stadia Pro members also get a new game to claim this week. What you need to know Katamari Damacy Reroll and Darkwood release on the Stadia store today. Stadia Pro subscribers can claim PGA Tour 2K21 for free on September 8. The Stadia Pro free weekend includes Madden NFL 22 and Rainbow Six Siege from September 9-13. Google announced a few games coming to the Stadia store this week and more games that Stadia Pro subscribers have access to in its blog post today. The company revealed two new games joining the Stadia store today: Katamari Damacy Reroll and Darkwood. Katamari Damacy Reroll is a remaster of the 2004 puzzle-action game originally released for the PlayStation 2, and is currently on sale for both Stadia and Stadia Pro users until September 21. Darkwood is a top-down survival horror game from developer Acid Wizard Studio now available on the store for $15. Meanwhile, Stadia Pro subscribers can claim another free game this week with PGA Tour 2K21 on September 8. T

Google launched Stadia a little over a year ago, giving players access to some of their favorite games without owning a console or gaming PC. While Stadia can be used as a free service, Google offers a Stadia Pro membership for $9.99/month, which gives subscribers access to special discounts, upgraded 4K streaming options, and one or more free games to claim per month. Once you claim a game in Pro, it's yours to keep as long as you're subscribed, similar to how PlayStation Plus works. The free games with Pro can then be played as long as your Stadia Pro subscription is active but are only available to be claimed for a limited time, so make sure you're checking back every month as we update the list of games available. If you cancel or suspend your Pro subscription and then decide to resubscribe in the future, all previously claimed games will return to your library. Also, some of the best Stadia games were offered on Pro in the past so make sure you claim each game e

The sword should only be used as a shield. Young Souls is a 2D beat 'em up by the small French developer 1P2P Studio. It features precise combat and timing that would liken itself to Dark Souls, but the story of two loudmouthed teenagers fighting both evil, and themselves, more than makes up for the obvious similarities between gameplay systems. The combat is fun after getting the hang of it but does not quite have the variety to keep it fresh. The game is a "First on Stadia " title, which means it is a timed exclusive for the streaming platform. It is expected to launch for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Steam on PC, and Xbox One in Fall 2021, though it could have used a bit more time for polish after experiencing various glitches and multiple crashes. Young Souls review: Gameplay, story, and presentation Stadia performance and features Should you buy it? At a glance Young Souls on Stadia Bottom line: Young Souls is a beautiful-looking game with cha

Humankind on Stadia is a Civilization alternative with alternative civilizations. Humankind has been marketed as the "magnum opus" for its developer Amplitude Studios, creators of other 4X turn-based games Endless Space and Endless Legend. The game offers some fresh ideas but ultimately needs to be polished a bit more before it can reach its potential. There are ways it could be improved. Amplitude can polish and refine through the inevitable post-launch support that is commonplace within the strategy genre, and plenty of helpful in-game and video tutorials can combat early-game confusion. However, it also touts exclusive Stadia features that don't feel quite exclusive. The Stadia version is also lacking compared to the other PC versions depending on how important mod support and multiplayer is to you. Humankind review: Gameplay, story, and presentation Stadia performance and features Should you buy it? At a glance Humankind on Stadia Bottom line:

Direct touch controls available for Android at launch, with iOS coming soon. What you need to know Humankind will feature Stadia's State Share feature known as 'Leave Your Mark.' Leave Your Mark allows friends to play your game world through a screenshot or video clip. The game will be the first to feature direct touch controls as an alternative to a touch gamepad overlay. The Stadia version of Sega and Amplitude Studios' 4X strategy game Humankind will support the State Share feature and offer direct touch controls for Android users when it launches this week. The State Share feature is known as 'Leave Your Mark' within the game and allows friends to compete against your accomplishments from your game world through a shared screenshot or video clip. The Mark gives players the ability to explore Memories Events, complete challenges, and discover Archeology Sites for bonuses and special events. Humankind, which is looking to be one of the best Stadi