On the occasion of the presentation of the latest generation of the BMW 5 Series, the Bavarian manufacturer tells us more about this new feature that will make traveling even more fun.
Group BMW really cooperates with the game platform AirConsoleto build a unique type of video game into their vehicles, which will be offered for the first time in the new BMW 5 Series.
BMW AirConsole: video games on board
The latest German sedan will allow both the driver and passengers play video games when the car is stationary. What to have fun during breaks at the recreation ground, in particular when the car is loaded.
In addition to the new BMW 5 Series, the AirConsole program will be offered inother BMW modelssuch as BMW 7 Series, BMW iX or BMW i4 produced after 23 July 2023, or BMW X5, BMW X6, BMW X7, BMW XM, BMW X5 M and BMW X6 M produced after 23 August 2023. other BMW models will also be affected later.
To play it, users will need their own a smartphone that turns into a controller for the occasion, as well as the curved BMW display. All you have to do is launch the AirConsole app on the touch screen and then connect your smartphone to it in a simple and intuitive way using the QR code displayed on the curved BMW display. It is possible play alone or with several players at the same timetogether or in competition mode.
BMW AirConsole: simple and intuitive control
Games offered on the latest BMWs simple and intuitive : The new Series 5 features racing, sports, quiz and music games, as well as simulation, strategy, jumping and racing and puzzle games.
At launch no lessabout fifteen titles such as “Go Kart Go”, “Golazo”, “Music Guess” and “Overcooked” will be available. Over time, the portfolio of available games will be expanded with other games.
To accompany this new functionality, the German firm presents the new BMW i5 with a unique skin with large pixels reminiscent of the video games of yesteryear. The color palette is inspired by the various games available on the AirConsole platform, and the design of video game controllers is on the sides.
Source: Auto Plus
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