How does Google Stadia work? Cloud gaming, or streaming games without the need for physical copies, renders games on a remote server instead of your local device. That game is then streamed to your device while your input on the controller (or mouse and keyboard) is sent to the server.

How does the Google stadia work?

Google Stadia works by allowing you to stream games without a console or gaming PC. You can play Stadia on a variety of devices including a computer with Chrome, a Chromecast Ultra, and certain Android devices.

Are games free on Stadia?

Stadia: Premiere Edition

You can play games on Stadia for free on your phone or PC right now, but grabbing the Stadia controller and a Chromecast Ultra is your best option for couch gaming on your TV.