I'm probably in the minority when I say that I quite enjoy most of what Google puts up on its Arts & Culture app. Experiences that help me to understand and relive history are of particular interest to me, and I'm glad the tech giant is doing its part to preserve history and bring it to life for … [Read more...] about Google has some fantastic game developers in-house whose talent is sadly going to waste
Gaming
As Chrome OS has evolved, the gaming scene has come along with it. With game streaming, web games, Android games, and upcoming Steam game support, Chromebooks are becoming a go-to place for casual gamers. As it evolves, we're tracking along with that development and you can see it all here on Chrome Unboxed.
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ChromeOS goes “Prime Time” with the world’s first gaming Chromebooks
It has been a little less than two weeks since we broke the news that Lenovo was on the verge of launching a new "gaming" Chromebook. Now, as the dust settles from the Pixel Launch Event, Google is making headlines again with the official announcement of the world's first Chromebooks built for cloud … [Read more...] about ChromeOS goes “Prime Time” with the world’s first gaming Chromebooks
Get one free month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate with new Runescape Fresh Start Worlds
While it may be true that Xbox Game Pass offers a $1 trial for 30 days that gets you access to hundreds of high-quality games, that doesn't mean that you shouldn't prospect other opportunities to try the service out. For example, any fan of Runescape can now get a free month of Game Pass Ultimate … [Read more...] about Get one free month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate with new Runescape Fresh Start Worlds
Netflix is creating a game studio to save itself, but this is why it will ultimately fail
Netflix has struggled over the past year to retain and grow its subscribers, and as many more people are canceling their paid subs to the service, the streaming platform looks to be going the way of Blockbuster. I'm being hyperbolic, of course, but it is in danger of becoming less relevant amidst … [Read more...] about Netflix is creating a game studio to save itself, but this is why it will ultimately fail
Google is actually considering enabling classic Bluetooth support for your Stadia controllers
As we've reported on all week since the news broke, Google Stadia is shutting down in January, and with it, troves of people - myself included - have the company's gaming controller, but no idea what to do with it. The platform's technology, which is called Immersive Stream for Games, will likely go … [Read more...] about Google is actually considering enabling classic Bluetooth support for your Stadia controllers
Export your Stadia save games now as developers are working on ways to transfer them
Welp, the storm has come and gone (yes, Hurricane Ian just missed me in Florida!) and Google Stadia is officially on its way out. As we've previously covered, its technology - Immersive Stream for Games - will go on to do great things, according to Google, but no one really cares anymore as it was … [Read more...] about Export your Stadia save games now as developers are working on ways to transfer them
Stadia’s technology will go on to do greater things, but no one really cares anymore
If the "hailstorm" on Twitter is any indication, you've all already heard the news that Google is officially "winding down" its cloud gaming service, Stadia. Across the board, there are mixed emotions and while we covered all of the details regarding game and hardware refunds, access to your Pro … [Read more...] about Stadia’s technology will go on to do greater things, but no one really cares anymore
[Opinion] Here’s why I’m not worried if Amazon Luna snatched up Assassin’s Creed Mirage exclusivity
Update: I've changed that title of the article to better reflect that this was an opinion piece. Amazon Luna does not have exclusive rights to Assassin's Creed Mirage, and there is no update on this situation yet. I've also changed "that" to "if" in the title to reflect the fact that this has not … [Read more...] about [Opinion] Here’s why I’m not worried if Amazon Luna snatched up Assassin’s Creed Mirage exclusivity
Logi’s new cloud gaming handheld seemed overpriced, but then I remembered Chromebooks
Recently, a new gaming handheld from Logitech leaked online, and since then, it's become public knowledge that the company has put together a fairly decent package for those looking to play AAA-quality cloud games. The device also plays Google Play Games, meaning that anyone who goes this route will … [Read more...] about Logi’s new cloud gaming handheld seemed overpriced, but then I remembered Chromebooks
Your Stadia Pro games for October include Arcade Paradise, Slaycation, Drawful 2, more
It's that time again! Stadia is gearing up to offer yet another six games for Pro subscribers who want to add to their library. Starting October 1, 2022, you can claim a handful of titles, and while none of them are particularly impactful for those seeking AAA games, there are plenty of great indie … [Read more...] about Your Stadia Pro games for October include Arcade Paradise, Slaycation, Drawful 2, more
Access to the Stadia-driven Resident Evil Village demo offered by Capcom will soon expire
Stadia's white label service called "Immersive Stream for Games" has been a thing for a while now, and since the shock has died down that the company was not solely focused on the consumer, its B2B solution has gone on to become a powerhouse for letting third parties demo content to their customers … [Read more...] about Access to the Stadia-driven Resident Evil Village demo offered by Capcom will soon expire
First look: ChromeOS 105 ‘control overlay’ lets you play Android games with your keyboard
Octopus is an Android app that lets you tie physical input devices like gamepad face buttons, and triggers, keyboard keys, and mouse clicks to tap or swipe hotspots on your touchscreen. It's long since been an application that I've hoped would make many of my favorite Google Play Games more … [Read more...] about First look: ChromeOS 105 ‘control overlay’ lets you play Android games with your keyboard
