I'm turned off by the very idea of paying for access to streaming a game.

The big players are already doing all they can to convince you you don't buy the game when you buy the game. This will make the situation much worse.

I hate to break it to you but since you keep bringing it up.

You don't own your game even if you buy a physical disc. On steam, or any pc digital distribution platform you are paying for a license to play said game. You are always effectively renting the game. Same goes for consoles. In this regard you are getting the same deal on Stadia.

Another thing you seem adamant to impress on anyone who dares suggest they like Stadia is that if the other streaming platforms go down then you still have your pc games available on other services. This is true, but one of the primary benefits of a streaming service is that you no longer need expensive hardware. If a user decides to use only streaming services then they are unlikely to maintain a decent gaming rig. So over time this becomes a moot point. If you have and maintain a good gaming pc then why would you even bother with ANY streaming platform as they will always be somewhat inferior.

Do you also abstain from going to movie theatres?

I unironically enjoy the experience, because until I can replicate the movie theatre in my living room this is what I'm paying for.

I go mainly to the festivals, premieres, sometimes there is a prelection before the screening, or Q&A with the director.

As an aside, this year I enjoyed an Asian film festival at home and was able to see more movies than any other year... 2020 is weird.

I recognize that streaming has its place in the world, but I'd hate it to be the only option, like it is in Stadia model. Also, if you don't buy the game then you shouldn't have to pay like you'd be buying one.