Google Play Games on PC is adding a handy sidebar with access to quick controls and more (Updated)

Players will also be able to set custom controls across games they play on PC through Play Games.

Mar 14, 2025 - 01:39
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Google Play Games on PC is adding a handy sidebar with access to quick controls and more (Updated)
Google Play Games on PC
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  • Google Play Games on PC now offers custom controls across games.
  • There’s also a new sidebar that lets you make quick adjustments during gameplay.
  • Multi-account and multi-instance support are coming this month.

Update, March 13, 2024 (08:35 PM ET): This post has been updated to clarify that the new Play Games sidebar is set to arrive sometime in the next couple weeks.


Original article, March 13, 2024 (11:45 AM ET): Android offers a solid game library that you can enjoy on your Android flagship. However, many users also want to play the same games on their PC. Google offers the ability to play Android games on a Windows PC directly through the Google Play Games program, complete with keyboard and mouse support and more. Today, Google is announcing more improvements to Google Play Games, including some custom control options and the introduction of a new game sidebar.