Ever since Google waved goodbye to Cardboard and Google Expeditions, it has been leaning on its ARCore initiative to deliver the future of interactive and augmented reality experiences to its users. If you've grown tired of the Pixel AR camera stickers, you're in for a treat with the tech giant's … [Read more...] about Google and Taito Corp. team up to release Space Invaders: World Defense augmented reality game
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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YouTube may introduce bite-sized playable games in place of some video advertisements
In an internal Team YouTube email sent to a select group of employees and then somehow leaked to The Wall Street Journal, a new gaming initiative was tossed around in conversation. At this time, there's no word on whether it will even be available for public use, but it's called 'Playables', and at … [Read more...] about YouTube may introduce bite-sized playable games in place of some video advertisements
Minecraft for Chromebook has finally arrived
Back in January, rumors arose that indicated that Mojang could finally be bringing an official build of Minecraft to ChromeOS. It didn't take long for those rumors to be substantiated. In February, Mojang announced a limited access trial of Minecraft on Chromebooks that gave users in select markets … [Read more...] about Minecraft for Chromebook has finally arrived
Steam for Chromebook is being readied for prime time in the Stable Channel
The time might finally be coming where Steam games being played on Chromebooks is a standard, included feature of ChromeOS. After years in development at this point, it's an exciting proposition that would see a bunch of different Chromebook models included in the Steam game revolution set to be … [Read more...] about Steam for Chromebook is being readied for prime time in the Stable Channel
Farlight 84, heir apparent to APEX Legends, has multiple ways to play on Chromebook
The Apex Legends Mobile era was far too short. While the desktop version continues to see plenty of player support, for some reason or another, the mobile version could not maintain enough of a player base to stick around. It's sad because it was an immensely fun game that seemed to have plenty of … [Read more...] about Farlight 84, heir apparent to APEX Legends, has multiple ways to play on Chromebook
Google is bringing Nvidia RTX GPUs to Chromebooks
Google is not relenting in trying to make ChromeOS the operating system for the masses. With more and more devices arriving and more features being added on a very consistent basis, the young OS has become extremely versatile but there's still plenty of room for more. One area, in particular that … [Read more...] about Google is bringing Nvidia RTX GPUs to Chromebooks
Backbone’s PlayStation themed mobile controller is finally available for Android phones
Last November, Backbone, a premium telescopic mobile game controller manufacturer, made its awesome accessory available to Android users after a long time where it was only compatible with iPhones. Shortly before that announcement, the company collaborated with Sony to create an iPhone-centric … [Read more...] about Backbone’s PlayStation themed mobile controller is finally available for Android phones
Google is testing Steam games for entry-level Intel Alder Lake N100/N200 Chromebooks
I'll be honest, this shocked me a little bit. Though my review of the excellent Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebook Flex 3i (ugh, that name) was quite glowing, it's not the sort of device I'd expect to run a bunch of Steam games on any time soon. Yet, with what I've found in the Chromium Repositories, it … [Read more...] about Google is testing Steam games for entry-level Intel Alder Lake N100/N200 Chromebooks
Popular 3D MMORPG Runescape has been pulled from all Chromebooks, unlikely to regain support
I've said many times here that I'm a big fan of Runescape, and have been playing since 2001. So, when I got news that Runescape Mobile was coming out, I was stoked to play wherever I wanted in smaller portions. Grinding through a few more passive skills without needing to be sitting at the desktop … [Read more...] about Popular 3D MMORPG Runescape has been pulled from all Chromebooks, unlikely to regain support
Stadia Exclusive game ‘Gylt’ is getting a second lease on life with upcoming Steam release
A handful of games that launched on Google's now defunct Stadia cloud gaming platform (rest in peace) were unfortunate enough to never again see the light of day once it shut down. However, for a select few, they're getting a new lease on life in other places. Today, a Steam listing for the … [Read more...] about Stadia Exclusive game ‘Gylt’ is getting a second lease on life with upcoming Steam release
Give your Android games the Nintendo Switch treatment with this sweet Console Launcher app
Those who are into game emulation will hopefully be familiar with the excellent Daijisho frontend app, which beautifully displays their classic titles. But what about those of us who want to display our Android games in a more appealing manner than the Google Play Games app or the default Android … [Read more...] about Give your Android games the Nintendo Switch treatment with this sweet Console Launcher app
ChromeOS Discover app getting a new Apps and Games section to help you find things to play
Well, this was a pleasant surprise to wake up to. As an avid gamer, I'm always looking forward to finding new ways to discover what I can play on my Chromebook, as well as my phone and other dedicated handhelds. Historically, Chromebooks have not been for gaming, but with the introduction of Android … [Read more...] about ChromeOS Discover app getting a new Apps and Games section to help you find things to play
