Google's cloud gaming service, Immersive Stream for Games, appears to be dead and buried alongside the Stadia service that it was a white label version of. After months of Google's Stadia service being shut down, the company has decided to pivot away from creating its own gaming platform. When Stadia was shutdown in January, third-party access to the underlying cloud gaming technology was also shut down, ending the Immersive Stream project.
Google Cloud is unveiling its new plan to focus on building partnerships with existing cloud gaming providers. This move will allow Google to remain involved in the gaming industry without creating and maintaining its own platform. Connect with top gaming leaders in Los Angeles at GamesBeat Summit 2023 this May 22-23 to learn more about the new partnerships.
NVIDIA and Microsoft have already announced their agreement to a 10-year partnership that allows Xbox PC games to be available on the NVIDIA® GeForce NOW™ streaming service. This partnership is just one of many that Google Cloud is working on in order to stay involved in the gaming industry.
Additionally, two new cities have recently completed RTX 4080 SuperPOD upgrades, allowing for faster cloud gaming. Eight new games are being added to the cloud this week, including the popular GRID Legends racing game.
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For those looking to game on the go, there are several cloud gaming streaming apps available. These apps allow gamers to access their favorite games on their mobile device while also granting access to new games.
March 2023 will be a big month for Xbox Game Pass subscribers. Several new games will be added, including Ni No Kuni 2 and Guilty Gear Strive. This is sure to be a hit for those who are looking for the newest games to play.
Google Cloud's decision to pivot away from its own cloud gaming platform and focus on partnerships with existing cloud gaming providers is sure to have an impact on the industry. With the help of these partnerships, Google Cloud will still be able to remain involved in the gaming industry and help bring new games to the market.
