Google unveils game streaming service Stadia: Here’s how it works

Search engine giant Google on March 19 unveiled its cloud platform-based game streaming service at the Game Developers Conference 2019 (GDC 2019). Named Google Stadia, the service will be launched by the end of this year.

Here’s everything you need to know about Google Stadia:

What is Stadia and how it works

Stadia is a cloud-based game streaming platform, which works across internet-enabled devices such as desktops, laptops, tablets and smartphones. The service does not require any installation and works through Google Chrome. Google confirmed that the service would be integrated with its video streaming platform YouTube, which would redirect users to Stadia if they agree to play a game after watching the video trailer.