What is the correct way to play Google Stadia for PC or laptop computers and smartphones? For those of you who already want to play games from Google Stadia, there is some information that you should know first. Google Stadia is actually not a new service product from Google, but has been officially released to the public since 2022.
However, due to a slow internet connection, Google Stadia is not as popular as it is today. Especially in Indonesia, where the internet signal can sometimes be there, it can also be lost. (Some remote areas) Well, that is certainly very different from now that the 5th generation or 5G internet network has been present. Accessing the Internet can certainly be much faster than 4G and has lower latency, so it can be more responsive for playing streaming games.
Understanding Google Stadia
Until now, in fact, only a few people understand the game world from Google Stadia. Meanwhile, those who don’t know there are still a lot about Google’s superior product on this one. Google stadia is basically a gaming platform, but don’t confuse it with game consoles like Playstation 5, Nintendo, or Xbox.
To be able to play games from Google Stadia, you don’t need to buy a console machine at all! But you only need a computer or smartphone with minimal specs and a special controller from Google Stadia. Then how much does the Google Stadia controller cost on the market now? Well, just to know, the price is around 1 million rupiah for one unit. And there is still a possibility that the price could go down over time.
Actually, without a controller, you can also play by relying on the phone screen as a virtual controller. However, to be able to get the best experience and feel like playing a console game like the Playstation 5, you should use a Stadia controller. The concept used is actually very simple, Google uses the fast 5G internet network and its servers to be used as cloud gaming. So that users can play directly without the need to buy expensive consoles such as Playstation or Xbox.
In general, you only need 2 supporting devices, the first is a smartphone with a wide screen and a google stadia controller that looks almost like a Playstation 5 controller. Then a 5G internet connection which is fairly fast. Because playing Google Stadia games requires a large bandwidth so that it doesn’t falter when playing.
Specification requirements
To be able to play games from Google Stadia smoothly, in addition to a fast 5G internet connection, you only need an Android cellphone or laptop with minimal specifications. Because as I said earlier, the way Google Stadia works is cloud gaming, which means that the resources come from Google’s servers. So it’s useless to have a smartphone with high specifications because when playing Google Stadia games, the hardware from the Google server is used.
While the device you use only needs to receive it in a visual display that takes up quite a large bandwidth. (Depends on the 1080p or 4K resolution setting.) Well, for those of you who are curious about Google’s server specifications, here are the specifications. Google has a server that is used specifically to run stadia games using a special processor that runs on Linux OS and 16GB of RAM per server.
The game that has been processed from the server will then be sent to your smartphone/laptop device via an internet connection. So its performance really depends on the Google server itself and not on the smartphone or laptop you are using.
How to play Google Stadia via Laptop or PC Computer
Unlike PC Gamers who need god specs, if you want to play Stadia games you only need a dual core processor, 4GB RAM, and a graphics card of at least Intel HD 3000. Then prepare 1GB of storage as well and use the Windows 7 or 10 operating system. that’s all been met then the next thing you need is the Google chrome web browser. Try to use the latest version of the Google Chrome Web browser so that it can run more smoothly when playing games later. Because through Google Chrome, we will access stadia games from Google’s servers.
Then what if you use another web browser such as mozilla firefox? This, of course, in general can also run well as long as it is using the most updated version. However, to support smooth play while playing and in order to provide the best stadia game experience, it is recommended to use Google Chrome instead. If everything has been met, then all we need to do is open Chrome to access the official website, namely stadia.google.com.
On the site a large button will appear that says “Play” or “try it now for free” and just click it to get started. The next page you will be asked to register or login first using the correct email and password. You need to know that until now Google is still limiting users from certain countries who can enjoy this cloud game service. And Indonesia apparently has not been included in the green list that can participate in tasting stadia services. So the solution is to use a premium VPN! As we know that VPN is the best choice so that we can surf anonymously because it uses a server from the VPN as the gateway.
How to use VPN
To be able to play Google Stadia from Indonesia right now, like it or not, we have to use a premium VPN so that the server is fast. Because if you use a free VPN to play games, it will usually be slow. Therefore, you should subscribe to a premium VPN first so you can play stadia. Currently there are many premium VPN options circulating on the internet and you can choose one of them. But if you are confused, as tips, choose one that already has high credibility.
For example VPNs from well-known companies like ExpressVPN, CyberGhost, SurfShark and many more. These VPNs have received many positive reviews from various circles, so you don’t need to doubt about their performance and security. If you don’t use a VPN, you can also use premium VPN services from antivirus software companies. Examples such as Bitdefender, Norton, and McAfee which usually also provide premium VPN services with high security. After you have a premium VPN, you only need to login to Google Stadia and can directly play it via the Google Chrome web browser.
How to play Google Stadia on PC without using a controller
Generally, it’s more fun to use a controller when playing Google Stadia. However, if you are more used to playing games using a PC keyboard and mouse or haven’t had time to buy a stadian controller, it’s very possible. When you play Stadia games for the first time via Google Chrome, users will usually be confused to stop exiting because it looks full screen. Well, to get out the method is very easy, just press the ESC key on the keyboard and you will immediately exit the stadia game.
In addition to the ESC key, you can also use the F11 key whose function is to display stadia games in pop up mode or exit full screen mode. Different games usually have different keyboard keys, so before playing it’s best to go into the settings first so you can know what keyboard keys will be used during the game.
How to play Google Stadia via Android smartphone
Almost the same as using a PC or laptop. If you want to play stadia via cellphone, you also need an updated web browser, you can use Google chrome or other modern web browsers. The main requirement to be able to play Stadia from an Android phone is that a stable internet connection is available. We recommend using a cellphone that already supports 5G networks. Or you can also use a 5G WiFI connection for cellphones that don’t support HP’s built-in 5G modem.
Well, if all of that has been met then you can play directly by logging in first through the official Google Stadia site. And because the problem is almost the same as the PC/Laptop, the +62 user still can’t access the Stadia server from within the country. The best solution is definitely to use a premium VPN that you can download from the google play store. There are many premium VPN options available and you can choose according to your taste because the monthly price can also vary.
As a tip, you should choose a premium VPN that has received a high rating on the play store with many positive reviews. For example, recommended premium VPNs for android include NordVPN, ExpressVPN, Surfshark and many more. Never use a free VPN, especially one from an unknown brand because it will usually be slow.
What’s more, the free ones usually have lots of annoying ads and unstable connections because the VPN server has to share resources with other users. Now, after you have a premium VPN for Android phones, the next thing to do is access Google Stadia. You can use the Google Chrome web browser or use a special application called “Stadia”. You can get this Stadia application through the Google Play Store, you have to download and install it first to the Android phone you are using. What you need to pay attention to before using this built-in stadia android application is that the OS version must be at least 6 and above.
What games are available for Google Stadia ?
In general, there are two versions that you can play from the Google Stadia game, namely the free version and the paid version. New users can try Google Stadia games for free for the first month. And after one month users who want to continue to enjoy this cloud gaming service have to pay around 140 thousand rupiah per month.
Well, this is certainly very different from console games such as the Playstation 4.5 or Xbox which have to buy every time there is a new game. On Google stadia, you only need to pay a monthly fee of 140 thousand rupiah or the equivalent of 10 US dollars. And the games can be played for free.
