googles cloud gaming platform might not come with a completely wireless controller as showcased by the company during the unveiling of the product stadia is set to launch on november 19 and according to a report by verge the stadia controller will only work wirelessly if its being used with chromecast ultra to use it on pc or mobile device users will have to connect it through usb typec portback in march when google showcased the controller the key highlight was about how seamlessly one can switch from one device to another google also said that the controller does not require pairing as it gets connected directly to stadia via users profile google has also added a new disclaimer saying wireless play is only available on chromecast to the google stadia explainer video this has also been confirmed by google community manager on reddit also usb typec seems to be the only option to connect the controller with other devices as bluetooth too is not an option google told the verge that they are currently focusing on getting wireless play experience right for tv first considering google is trying to compete with more established consoles here they have to provide similar gaming experience if not better googles approach is quite understandable as users are used to plug in some sort of cables which are also easily accessible as phones and laptops are usually a few inches away notably google is only launching the founders edition for 129 at the day of launch the stadia basic will be available in 2020 the founders edition enables users to play games at 4k 60fps with 51 surround sound and hdr the founders edition includes chromecast ultra limitededition night blue controller and threemonth free stadia pro subscription google is also offering free copy of destiny 2 game with this edition