What Is the Google Stadia Controller?
Since Stadia is a game streaming service, it doesn’t require any special hardware. It’s designed to run in the Chrome web browser, the Stadia phone app, and on Google’s Chromecast Ultra streaming device, which gives you a lot of ways to play. It also supports a wide variety of controllers, but it was actually designed with the Stadia controller in mind. The Stadia controller takes a lot of inspiration from other popular controllers, like the Xbox One controller, DualShock 4, and Nintendo’s Switch Pro controller. It feels a lot like a Switch Pro controller, but the button configuration uses Sony’s layout in terms of the D-pad and thumbstick positioning. It also comes with a couple extra buttons that are designed specifically for Stadia.
How to Connect Your Stadia Controller to Wi-Fi
Unlike most wireless controllers, the Stadia controller features both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. It also has a standard USB-C connector that’s used to charge the battery and as a wired connection for using the controller with computers and phones.
How to Connect Your Stadia Controller to a Chromecast Ultra
If you want to play Stadia games on your television, a Chromecast Ultra is the best way. It’s the only streaming device to support Stadia from the initial launch of the service, and it’s a lot easier than connecting a PC or laptop up to your television. Setup is very easy, as all you have to do is plug the Chromecast Ultra in, connect it to Wi-Fi, and then connect it to your Stadia controller. At that point, you’re ready to start streaming games to your television. Here’s how to connect your Stadia controller to a Chromecast ultra:
How to Set Up and Use a Stadia Controller With Your Computer or Phone
Stadia controllers do not support wireless mode when used with Chrome on your computer or with the Stadia app on your phone. Instead of setting up Wi-Fi or Bluetooth to use your Stadia controller with a computer or phone, all you have to do is plug in a USB cable. It’s really that simple.
How to Link Your Stadia Controller to a Computer Using Google Chrome
Getting your computer connected to a Stadia controller requires a USB cable and a few simple steps:
How to Link Your Stadia Controller to a Pixel Phone With the Stadia App
The process of linking your Stadia controller to a Pixel phone is simple. You’ll use the Stadia app and a USB-C cable.
