One of the constraints on the Google Stadia was the fact of only being able to use Stadia controllers on TV via Chromecast Ultra. Google has just activated Tandem mode for Stadia users. Thanks to the latter, players will finally be able to use third-party controllers with the cloud gaming platform. With the announcement of Amazon Luna and the recent launch of xCloud, the cloud gaming market is becoming more and more interesting. Google is not left out and continues to expand the Stadia offering.
Tandem mode functionality
This mode allows Google Stadia users to use third-party controllers to play titles from their cloud library. Tandem Mode is available to all Google Stadia users. This feature allows us to connect a secondary controller to control the cloud platform interface and access the games in its library. The new pad will need to be connected to the Stadia Wireless Controller using a USB-C cable or USB-A USB-C adapter.
Here are the steps to follow to use Tandem mode:
- Connect the Stadia Controller as the Primary Controller on the TV
- Turn off the secondary controller
- Connect the secondary controller to the USB-C port on the primary Stadia controller
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What controllers are compatible?
Tandem Mode is an experimental feature to expand Stadia's compatibility with other game controllers such as Xbox One Controller, Xbox One Elite Controller Series 1 and 2, Xbox Adaptive Controller, PS4 Controller on TV via Chromecast Ultra.
According to a rumor, Google will update the Stadia Android app to version 2.36. Among the new features, we will mention the ability to share games with other members of the family. A messaging system for Google Stadia users will also be available.
