Nvidia's GeForce Now launches on LG 2021 OLED and LCD TVs – updated
LG is the first TV manufacturer to offer Nvidia's game streaming service GeForce Now. The app lets you stream games that you own over the internet to your TV screen – no console required.GeForce Now on LG TVs
The GeForce Now app launches this week, November 19, on select 2021 LG models (a list of compatible models was not available at press time) in 80 markets. At launch, only free-to-play games are available. - "The app will be available in beta starting this week in the LG Content Store on select 2021 LG 4K OLED, QNED Mini LED and NanoCell TV models in 80 markets. The app will enable LG TV owners with compatible TVs to instantly enjoy over 35 free-to-play games with just a compatible controller, no additional hardware required," said LG. Games include Rocket League, Destiny 2, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy and Crysis Remastered Trilogy.GeForce Now supports game streaming at up to 1080p resolution and 60 frames per second with SDR on LG TVs. GeForce Now was already available on Windows PC, macOS, Chrome OS, Android and Nvidia's own Shield box. It supports 4K60 HDR streaming on the latter. FlatpanelsHD first reported on LG's plans to bring GeForce Now to its Smart TVs during CES 2021. At that time, LG also announced plans to bring another game streaming service, Google Stadia, to its TVs but that app has yet to appear. - "LG customers are expecting the best when it comes to gaming on a large screen," said Lee Sang-woo, SVP of corporate business strategy, LG Electronics HE. "Partnering with Nvidia to bring GeForce Now to LG TV owners is a sign of our commitment to deliver the best gaming experience on LG TVs running webOS." GeForce Now pricing can be found below.
GeForce Now – pricing & requirements
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TV REQUIREMENTS Certain 2021 LG TVs with the fall 2021 webOS firmware update and the latest LG TV browser update. Note: GeForce NOW is currently in beta on LG TVs. GAMEPADS You must use a supported gamepad to play games on LG TVs. You can only use a physical keyboard and mouse to navigate the app. - NVIDIA SHIELD controller connected using Bluetooth - All Microsoft Xbox Wireless controllers using Bluetooth or USB - Microsoft Xbox 360 connected wireless using a USB adapter or USB - Sony PS5 DualSense connected using Bluetooth or USB - Sony DualShock 4 connected using Bluetooth or USB - Logitech Gamepad F310, F710, and Dual Action USB - Note: you must set the controller to work in (DirectInput mode) - Note: the nano-receiver must be connected to a USB port that delivers enough power, such as a powered USB hub Additional gamepads may work with GeForce NOW. Some require additional drivers and/or software updates to function properly. KEYBOARD AND MICE You can only use a physical keyboard and mouse to navigate the app. You must use a supported gamepad to play games on LG TVs. INTERNET REQUIREMENTS GeForce NOW requires at least 15Mbps for 720p at 60 FPS, and 25Mbps for 1080p at 60 FPS. We also require less than 80ms latency from an NVIDIA data center. However, for the best experience, we recommend less than 40ms. Please read this knowledge base article on how to test your network. We also recommend a hardwired Ethernet connection, or a 5GHz wireless router. 2.4GHz Wi-Fi is not recommended for using GeForce NOW. Note: GeForce NOW RTX 3080 membership features such as 120 FPS, 4K, HDR streaming, and 5.1 & 7.1 surround sound are not currently available on LG TVs. AUDIO SUPPORT We support 2-channel stereo on LG TVs. Note: 5.1 and 7.1 surround, available with a GeForce NOW RTX 3080 membership, is not available on LG TVs.
