Since Google first announced the mysterious Stadia “not-console” back in March, there hasn’t been much else talked about it besides rumors and speculation. All we really know is that it’s a streaming platform that’ll let you play games without a console or computer. Apparently, all you’ll need is a controller and a Chromecast. It honestly reminds me of the whole “micro consoles” that were big a couple years ago with the Ouya, Apple TV, etc. Granted, most of those consoles just played mobile ports.
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Regardless, Google plans on announcing pricing and software details today at 12pm EST. but, the Canadian newspaper, La Presse accidentally released the announcement a bit early. Here’s what was leaked…..
There will be a base subscription available when Stadia launches in November, for $11.99 Canadian per month. This one will give you access to some Stadia games at 4K resolution/60FPS.
Other games—newer ones, especially—you’ll have to buy.
In 2020, Google will launch a “Stadia Base” model that’s totally free, but only allows you to play games at 1080p resolution.
A pricey Stadia Founder’s Edition will be for sale this fall ($169 Canadian) that includes a Chromecast Ultra, a Stadia controller, a three-month subscription, and Destiny 2 (which, as Kotaku revealed yesterday, will be on the platform at launch).
Doom Eternal, Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, the new Tomb Raider trilogy, and The Division 2 are also part of the Stadia launch lineup.
I don’t know. I’m always excited to see something new in gaming. I’m just not excited about another subscription charge. Anyway, we’ll see what else is announced later on today.
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