It looks like Google Stadia is going to add touchscreen gameplay support very soon, bringing it closer to the experience Microsoft is offering with xCloud streaming via Xbox Game Pass.
According to 9to5Google, who decompiled the latest software version, it now contains references to "direct touch" and games that support that feature via tapping, swiping, and pinching. It appears that support won't be universal across games, and it could be a slow rollout to actually get the feature working in bigger titles. With xCloud, Microsoft has touted its touch controls from the beginning, emphasizing bespoke touch layouts to fit games rather than a one-size-fits-all solution. Its browser-based version of the service, which is necessary for running on Apple's devices, will be coming early this year.
The feature's implementation over a year into Stadia's lifespan means players who wanted to stream games on the go need to keep a controller with them. It's not the most practical solution, and because Stadia has controllers connect over Wi-Fi instead of Bluetooth, those on cellular data will want to keep a USB-C cable with them, too.
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