Tips on getting your home Stadia Ready

Get the best possible internet connection.

If you’re using your Chromecast Ultra, connect it to your router with an Ethernet cable. Your Chromecast Ultra can use Wi-Fi, but Ethernet will give you a better internet connection.
If you have a choice, use the 5GHz Wi-Fi band instead of the 2.4GHz band. Check with your Wi-Fi router’s manufacturer for instructions on how to switch.
Place your router in a central location away from walls. If you’re using a TV, place it near your TV, but no closer than 2 feet.
While you’re playing, make sure no one else is streaming videos on the same Wi-Fi network. This can cause too much traffic on your network and degrade your game streaming.

Make sure all your game-playing devices connected to Wi-Fi are on the same network. These devices might include your phone, computer, controller and Chromecast Ultra.
Before you set up your Chromecast Ultra, download the Google Home app on your phone or tablet. You’ll set up your Chromecast Ultra with the Home app.
- Note: You can control your Chromecast Ultra with the Home app. You don’t need a separate remote.

Adjust your TV settings for optimal TV performance. Check with your TV manufacturer for instructions on how to change settings on your TV to do this.
- Turn on Game Mode and HDR. Game Mode reduces latency and allows a faster game response time. HDR enables High Dynamic Range colors.
- Turn off overscan and set the picture to fit the screen. When overscan is on, the edges of the picture are cropped and not displayed on the screen.
To use 5.1 surround sound, connect your Chromecast Ultra directly to your audio receiver. You may also need to enable 4K HDMI pass-through mode on your audio receiver to enable 4K gameplay on your TV.