The cloud gaming streaming service Google Stadia is currently free for anyone with a Gmail account and that all you need to do is sign up online.
Stadia Pro has a New Trial
Having the base subscription service won't provide you with any free games, so that means if you want to play something, you still have to buy it.
However, it gives you a chance to try the service without buying the Premiere Edition, which is rather pricey, plus it's been a while since people are asking for the free base Stadia service.
Besides the regular subscription, those who wanted to try out their premium cloud gaming subscription service, Stadia Pro, is also free for two months, which already includes nine free games that you can enjoy during your isolation, according to RPS.
The free games are as follows:
- Destiny 2: The Collection
- Thumper
- Grid
- Stacks on Stacks (On Stacks)
- Gylt
- Serious Sam Collection
- SteamWorld Dig 2
- SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech
- Spitlings
The new trial for Stadia Pro is not just for newcomers, as those with an existing account will not be charged for the next two months.
No Need to Buy the Expensive Premiere Edition
This is the perfect time to try what Stadia Pro has to offer--but just be sure that you cancel your subscription before your two months of free trial is over if you think it's not your cup of tea, or else it will charge you for the next month.
According to TechCrunch, the only way to acquire the base Stadia service is by availing the Premiere Edition, which costs $129 and includes a Stadia controller.
Among the perks of the Stadia is that there is no need to download a hefty game, or that you don't have to experience a slow download for the sake of saving bandwidth.
However, Google is still managing bandwidth for a while by changing the default screen resolution to 1080p instead of 4K, although the majority of players won't even notice a significant drop in the gameplay quality, as Phil Harrison, vice president of Stadia, promised.
Coping Up with Isolation
Stadia's move is a way to help people cope with their isolation during these trying times.
"Keeping social distance is vital, but staying home for long periods can be difficult and feel isolating. Video games can be a valuable way to socialize with friends and family when you're stuck at home, so we're giving gamers in 14 countries free access to Stadia Pro for two months," Harrison said.
Stadia allows players to have a chance to play different games in devices that won't usually be able to do so, including an underpowered laptop or PC, or even via phone or tablet.
For those who want to try Stadia on their PC, they need to have Chrome installed; Android users will have to download the Stadia app, while those who wish to use their TVs will need to have a Chromecast Ultra.
Unfortunately, it's not yet available for iOS devices.
To sign up for the free Stadia, you can do so by visiting their official website.
