# Surround Sound Gaming Platforms Google Released a Number of Improvements to Its Stadia Platform By Daniel Johnson | Published 2020-04-18 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stadia-platform References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/google-stadia-surround-sound-support-070204763.html) & [community.stadia](https://community.stadia.com/t5/Stadia-Community-Blog/Stadia-Update-April-16-2020/ba-p/20103) [Google](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ps5-update) recently released a number of new features for the Stadia platform, which all enhance the user experience. The Stadia platform now has the ability to support 5.1 surround sound, for users who are accessing Stadia through Chrome, or even another internet browser. The improved sound will provide an overall better experience and allow gamers to isolate different sounds in their environment. Surround sound 5.1 was previously only supported for users of Stadia Pro, but it is now free to all. Other updated features include notifications for mobile players regarding their connection. This will allow them to be informed about any issues that may cause lag or otherwise impede their ability to play. Image Credit: Shutterstock ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 9% - 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 - **Enhanced Surround Sound:** The release of 5.1 surround sound on gaming platforms opens up opportunities for immersive audio experiences and collaborations with audio technology companies. - **Improved Mobile Notifications:** The integration of real-time connection notifications for mobile players presents opportunities for mobile network providers to develop specialized gaming packages and improve network infrastructure. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gaming:** The advancements in surround sound and mobile notifications create opportunities for game developers to create more immersive and engaging experiences. - **Audio Technology:** The implementation of surround sound on gaming platforms opens up potential partnerships between gaming companies and audio technology providers for innovative audio solutions. - **Mobile Network Providers:** The integration of mobile notifications on gaming platforms presents new possibilities for mobile network providers to offer tailored gaming packages and improve network performance for gamers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Audio-Enhancing Gaming Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-5.md) - [Improved Cloud Gaming Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geforce-now-update.md) - [AI-Powered Soundbars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leviathan-v2-pro.md) - [Immersive Gaming Soundbars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leviathan-v2.md) - [Desktop Gamer Soundbars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-sound-system.md) - [Enhanced Wireless Audio Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-headset-1.md) - [High-Performance Gaming Audio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astro-a50-x-gaming-headset.md) - [Virtual Surround Sound Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2.md) - [Audio-Enhanced Software Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-interactive-entertainment.md)