# Cloud Gaming Info Releases A Google Stadia Update Adresses the Controller and More By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-07-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-stadia-update References: [9to5google](https://9to5google.com/2019/07/08/google-stadia-faq-update/) & [support.google](https://support.google.com/stadia/answer/9338946?hl=en) A new [Google](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chromebooks) Stadia update has addressed the controller, multiplayer, VR and more. Stadia is a [cloud gaming platform](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luminglabs) that Google will launch in November. Leading up to the launch the company has been releasing information regarding a given Google Stadia update. Google recently outlined information regarding the process to sign up. Users will be sent a code to their Google Account, then that code is used to activate Stadia. Also announced was that the [Stadia controller](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclone-2) will be able to be plugged into a computer, phone, tablet through a USB-C connection. The company also indicated that tablets running Chrome OS will be supported on the gaming platform. Lastly, Google will add compatibility for VR headsets, including Daydream headsets and others. Image Credit: Google ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Cloud Gaming:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop streaming services for cloud gaming to cater to the growing demand for accessible and high-quality gaming experiences. - **Multiplayer Gaming:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build social gaming platforms and technologies that enhance multiplayer experiences, fostering community engagement and competition. - **Virtual Reality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create immersive virtual reality experiences and develop VR hardware and software solutions for various industries including gaming, education, and healthcare. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gaming Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace cloud gaming platforms, multiplayer gaming advancements, and virtual reality technologies to revolutionize the gaming industry and enhance player experiences. - **Streaming Services:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Capitalize on the growing demand for cloud gaming by offering streaming services that provide seamless and high-quality gaming experiences across multiple devices. - **VR Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the potential of virtual reality technology in various industries such as gaming, education, healthcare, and entertainment to revolutionize user experiences and create new business opportunities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cloud Gaming-Specific Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chromebooks.md) - [Accessible Cloud Streaming Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/utomik.md) - [Accessible Cloud Streaming Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-pass-cloud-fire-tv.md) - [Browser Game Streaming Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geforce-now-browser.md) - [Handheld Cloud Gaming Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-g.md) - [Cloud Gaming-Focused Handhelds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-g-cloud.md) - [Cloud Gaming Handhelds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-g-gaming.md) - [Cloud-Based Gaming Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-luna.md) - [Early-Access TV Gaming Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/netflix-4.md)