Google Stadia is likely to be coming to an finish, however its controller will get new life with a Bluetooth replace

It seems just like the Google Stadia controller will reside on as a brand new Bluetooth connectivity replace might be launched subsequent week.

Final yr, Google dropped the information that it was shutting down its Stadia recreation streaming service. For probably the most half, individuals have been fairly shocked however some not stunned, as Google has a behavior of shuttering its underperforming companies. With simply 5 days to go earlier than the official shut-down of the service, the Google Stadia Twitter account has shared some particulars about an upcoming software that might be launched that may allow Bluetooth connections on Stadia controllers.

This must be nice information for present Stadia house owners as they are going to be capable to use the controller for different gadgets. Whereas the tweet did not share a lot, it did share that this might be a self-serve software, that means customers should execute it on their very own. As soon as the software has up to date the controller, it would almost certainly be suitable with a wide range of totally different gadgets like smartphones, computer systems, tablets, and even perhaps some consoles.

For probably the most half, Google has completed a wonderful job with the Stadia shutdown, providing help to the Stadia group within the type of refunds for {hardware} prices and software program purchases made instantly from Google. As well as, it has a help system in place simply in case refunds aren’t reaching prospects.

Google started processing refunds for software purchases in early November, with hardware refunds going out later that very same month. Whereas a majority of refunds must be processed at this level, when you’ve got but to obtain a refund, you may need to attain out to Google as a way to begin the method or examine the standing, which will be completed by the dedicated support hub for Stadia house owners.

Supply: Google Stadia (Twitter)