Google Announces Project Stream with Assassin's Creed Odyssey - The UpStream

Google Announces Project Stream with Assassin's Creed Odyssey

posted Friday Oct 5, 2018 by Scott Ertz

Google Announces Project Stream with Assassin's Creed Odyssey

Earlier this year, we learned about Project Yeti, Google's attempt to create a game streaming service. Over the years, various companies have attempted game streaming systems with varying results. OnLive failed miserably in the market, while Sony's purchase of Gaikai, which ultimately became PlayStation Now, has been a success. Even Microsoft is working on a game streaming system to enhance the Xbox One and PC gaming space. So far, the only real successes or potentials for success have come from companies already established in the gaming world.

This week, Google, who has no real place in the gaming industry, announced and launched the first test of what we assume to be their Project Yeti, which is currently being called Project Stream. The system allows people to stream a AAA title, Assassin's Creed Odyssey, directly to their browser. Unfortunately, the system only works in Chrome for Desktop, meaning anyone using Edge, Firefox or Safari, or anyone on a mobile device, is currently out of luck, though Windows, macOS, Linux, and Chrome OS are all valid options.

All from within the browser, you can play the game with keyboard and mouse or with a wired controller. For whatever reason, Project Stream cannot use Bluetooth controllers, although as far as the computer is concerned it should be the same. Google says that both modern console controllers, both Xbox One and PlayStation 4, work just fine when wired. It should also work with controllers from Logitech and Razer. You'll also need a recommended 25Mbps internet connection, though a faster connection will likely work better.

As is fairly normal for Google product launches, the system is invite-only. To get an invitation to the system, you can visit the Project Stream website and fill out a simple form. Filling out the form does not guarantee that you will get an invitation, but it's the only way to get started. Invitations are available to anyone in the US 17-years-old or older.

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