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Google Stadia Premiere Edition Controller
Best comfortable controller for dedicated cloud gaming.
The Google Stadia Premiere Edition Controller in Clearly White offers a comfortable and responsive gaming experience for PC. This corded electric controller is designed for pick-up-and-play convenience, featuring a great feel, nice grip, and well-placed buttons. While Stadia is no longer supported, the controller can still be used wired and has received a Bluetooth update, allowing wireless connectivity with phones, tablets, and PCs. The included Chromecast Ultra enables streaming games to your TV, though sign-in issues have been reported. This bundle provides a solid controller option for PC gaming, even after the Stadia platform's discontinuation.
$69.99
Owner Satisfaction
3.5
/ 5
Category Rank
217
/ 234
#217 in Gaming Pads
Price vs Category Average
-19%
Below average
Video game platform
PC
/ PC
Who it's for
- Cloud gamers prioritizing responsiveness and minimal delay
- Players seeking comfort for marathon gaming sessions
- Stadia users desiring quick and simple setup
Who should skip it
- Buyers expecting a product's advertised features to remain active
- Gamers seeking a versatile controller for multiple platforms
- Players desiring immersive haptic feedback in their gaming experience
Key Specs
Video game platform
PC
Power type
Corded Electric
Color
Clearly White
Compatible models
Stadia Premiere Edition
Edition
Premiere Edition
Number of controllers
1
Features
- Comfortable and responsive gaming
- Wireless connectivity via Bluetooth update
- Includes Chromecast Ultra for TV streaming
- Great feel and button placement
What customers say
Customers consistently lauded the controller's exceptional comfort and premium build quality. Many found its ergonomic design made extended gaming sessions enjoyable, often comparing its feel to top tier console controllers. The direct Wi-Fi connection for Stadia was a significant advantage, providing a responsive and seamless experience within that ecosystem. While its dedicated purpose limited broader compatibility, initial impressions highlighted a well crafted and comfortable device.
Know before you buy
Yes. While the Stadia platform is no longer active, the controller functions perfectly as a standard gamepad for PC gaming when connected via USB or Bluetooth.
Yes, Google released a firmware update that enables Bluetooth connectivity. This allows you to pair the controller wirelessly with your PC, tablet, or smartphone.
The Chromecast Ultra remains a capable 4K streaming device for various media apps. However, please note that you may encounter sign-in difficulties or limited functionality compared to newer streaming hardware.
You can connect it using a USB-C cable for a direct, wired connection, or pair it wirelessly via Bluetooth once you have applied the official firmware update.
It functions as a standard XInput-compatible controller, meaning it will work with the vast majority of modern PC games that support gamepads on platforms like Steam or Epic Games Store.
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