[RahulNagaraj]

According to reports, Volkswagen has announced a partnership with AirConsole - a video gaming platform. The partnership will allow owners of specific models to play video games on their car's infotainment screen, from as early as next month.

Volkswagen will initially introduce the new in-gaming feature on models like the ID.3, ID.4, ID.5 and ID.7 electric vehicles. Along with these, the tech will also be offered on the latest versions of the Golf, Passat & Tiguan models. Also, the feature will initially be available only in a handful of European countries.



Speaking about the feature itself, the gaming platform allows occupants to play games on the vehicle's infotainment screen. It supports a multi-player format and uses a connected smartphone as a controller. However, it will work only when the vehicle is stationary, which could help keep EV owners entertained while their vehicle charges up. AirConsole will offer up to 137 games, with a few of them, specifically developed for the platform.

Reports state that while the games themselves are free to play, owners can pay a subscription for benefits like allowing more players to connect, skip ad breaks, and more.

Source: Fortune

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[DustyWanderer]

In Android Tablet-based Stereos like Woodman that I use, we can install Netflix, Amazon Prime, games, apps, and whatnot all for free. Even connect an Obd2 scanner to get performance figures using the app installed in the stereo. The same goes for Bluetooth-based TPMS too. Install FindMyDevice app in the stereo and find out where your car is travelling without having any kind of subscription as we have inbuilt sim support.

[It's Magic]

Originally Posted by RahulNagaraj

the gaming platform allows occupants to play games on the vehicle's infotainment screen.

I wonder how many people would prefer playing games on the infotainment screen of their car rather than on their own phones. I am not sure if there was any demand for such a feature.

Additionally, playing games on the infotainment screen will consume battery power, which every EV owner closely monitors.

[turbowhistle]

Originally Posted by It's Magic

I wonder how many people would prefer playing games on the infotainment screen of their car rather than on their own phones. I am not sure if there was any demand for such a feature.

Additionally, playing games on the infotainment screen will consume battery power, which every EV owner closely monitors.

I think the usecase is to allow users to play these games while the car is being charged at a charging station. Pair the screen with a controller and the experience is much better than phone. I am not the target audience for this feature but I do get the appeal behind the move.

[androdev]

A great feature in a VW, will come handy while you wait for road side assistance.

[lemedico]

Originally Posted by androdev

A great feature in a VW, will come handy while you wait for road side assistance.

Tata is inspired. Provided that the large screens remain functional!