Game streaming service Google Stadia (why are you laughing?) closed in 2022, and leaves a mark in the physical realm: its not-too-shabby-looking gamepads. Originally intended for a Wi-Fi-only connection, after discontinuing the Stadia service, Google made sure that you could convert the controllers to be used over Bluetooth connectivity (thus making them a viable option for Windows -, macOS, ChromeOS or Android gaming). ). Your chance to convert them has now been extended until December 31, 2024.
Stadiums launched approximately in 2019And his death was fairly quickthanks to his strange claim proposal both a monthly subscription And the need to purchase individual games (this was not the “Netflix” of gaming). Combine that with Google’s itchy “Let’s end this service“Trigger finger, and it is no surprise that the service lasted little more than three years. At the beginning of 2023, Google announced this Allow users to switch their controllers to BluetoothThis enables wireless use on the PC and saves the devices from ending up in landfills. The transition period was supposed to end on December 31st of this year, but as discovered by Wario64 on Twitter (currently referred to as “X”) this period extended by a full year.
While many find the Stadia controller to be a comfortable gaming device (it gets bonus points for the symmetrical analog sticks), there is a downside to permanently switching your device to Bluetooth (and yes, like any good transition, it’s permanent): that 3.5 The mm audio port no longer works. If this isn’t a problem for you, here’s how to make the switch.
How to put your Stadia controller in Bluetooth mode
Switching your Stadia controller to Bluetooth mode is pretty easy. You’ll need a Stadia controller, a PC with an internet connection, and a cable to connect your controller to the PC. Make sure you are using Chrome and Visit Google’s official website: stadia.google.com/controller/
Click the orange “Switch to Bluetooth Mode” button at the top of the page and follow the wizard (this is not necessary). Go to the moon). Once done, you can put your controller into pairing mode by pressing and holding Y + the Stadia button for a few seconds. If done correctly, the controller light will flash orange. Pair the gamepad like you would any other Bluetooth controller.
And that’s it. You can even remap the Assistant and Record buttons using button mapping software.
While you’re at it, be sure to take a razor blade to that ugly Stadia logo to remove it. I get that it’s a clever mix of an S and a Wi-Fi symbol, but the thing just looks terrible.
