[ad_1] However, you might notice what’s not present: any mention of Mac support. Much like YouTube in Safari, Apple’s resistance to VP9 over patent issues (it prefers royalty-free formats like AV1) makes official 4K support unlikely. Take heart, though. As 9to5Google observed, the unofficial Stadia+ extension for Chrome can force 4K on Macs if you’re […]
Category: game streaming
Google may add free trials and YouTube streaming to Stadia soon
[ad_1] The code 9to5 examined indicates Google is working on a new interface flow that would allow you to create a Stadia account without first inputting a code. At the moment, the fact a code is required to sign up means you need to either spend on $129 on the Stadia Premiere Edition or get […]
Twitch built a tool to help new players understand ‘League of Legends’
[ad_1] When a League streamer installs the extension, their audience will be able to pull up an interactive panel that displays the match scoreboard, the streamer’s gameplay stats and match history, as well as other information. The interface features four tabs, the most notable of which breaks down the streamer’s champion build (seen above). This […]
Facebook Gaming locks down another big-name streamer: Ronda Rousey
[ad_1] With more than 11.2 million Facebook fans, Rousey already has a massive fanbase that might just be interested in watching her play games. The former WrestleMania headliner, actor and author will be delving into Pokémon Sword and Shield on her first stream, proceeds from which will go towards Australian bushfire recovery efforts. Rousey’s the […]
Amazon might offer Twitch’s streaming technology to businesses
[ad_1] Amazon seems to think that Twitch’s streaming technologies could have a lot of value to other companies, thanks to the robustness of the platform. The Information points out that because of the technology required to both stream video game footage smoothly and let hosts interact with the audience, Twitch has a leg up on […]
‘Metro Exodus’ and ‘Gylt’ are February’s free Stadia Pro games
[ad_1] Metro Exodus was initially exclusive to Epic Games Store on PC, but the first-person shooter debuted on Stadia when Google launched the service in November. Gylt, meanwhile, is Stadia’s first exclusive title. However, if you don’t snag current freebies Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration or Samurai Showdown by the end of […]
Project xCloud is coming to Canada
[ad_1] The company previously vowed to bring the preview to India, Japan and western Europe this year. Don’t despair if you’re not a Canuck, then. While a full-fledged launch is likely some ways off, Project xCloud is quickly becoming more than just a small experiment and might soon catch up to Google Stadia’s coverage. [ad_2] […]
Verizon promo gives gigabit Fios customers free Google Stadia bundles
[ad_1] The bundle does give you a Chromecast Ultra and Stadia controller to keep, but you’re getting the same three-month trial of Stadia Pro that any Premiere Edition buyer gets. You’ll have to keep subscribing at $10 per month if you want Pro features beyond that, or else resign yourself to using the free 1080p […]
Microsoft’s Xbox Console Streaming preview goes global
[ad_1] The list of requirements is fairly hefty: As well as being inside an Update Preview ring, you’ll need an Android device running Marshmallow, or higher. You’ll also need to own a Bluetooth Xbox One controller, and a speedy home network to ensure your setup can cope with streaming. Microsoft’s Jonathan Hildebrandt says that the […]
Google Stadia is being bundled with BT broadband packages in the UK
[ad_1] After the first three months, you’ll need to pay £8.99 per month to keep Stadia Pro. You can let the subscription expire, though, and still have access to Stadia Base, a basic storefront that lets you buy games individually and play them (via streaming) in up to 1080p resolution. BT’s offer is available until […]