Munich. BMW and AirConsole are joining forces at Gamescom in Cologne from August 23-27 to demonstrate the AirConsole in-car gaming platform in the BMW i5. AirConsole allows players to enjoy casual games in their new BMW i5, providing entertainment while waiting for the car to charge. Casual games are easy to play and have intuitive controls. The game selection for the launch of the new BMW 5 Series includes racing, sports, simulation, strategy, jump-and-run, and puzzle games. There will be a continuous addition of new games to the portfolio.
BMW and AirConsole are also introducing ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?’ from Sony Pictures Television to the AirConsole game collection at Gamescom. This all-new version of the popular quiz show is being specifically designed for in-car gaming, combining the simplicity of AirConsole’s smartphone game controller with elements from the original game show. ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?’ will be available in BMW and MINI vehicles with the AirConsole App by 2024.
“AirConsole brings a fantastic platform for casual in-car gaming to our vehicles, constantly delivering new and entertaining experiences. The addition of ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?’ is a perfect example of that,” said Stephan Durach, Senior Vice President BMW Group Connected Company Development.
“Bringing ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?’ to our platform represents the perfect mix of entertainment and innovation,” said Michael Fuller, in charge of Business Development for Games at AirConsole. “This game is a beloved global phenomenon, and its inclusion showcases our enthusiasm and dedication to pioneering in-car gaming.”
BMW i5 showcased with a unique gaming design at Gamescom.
To celebrate the launch of in-car gaming, the BMW Group is presenting a BMW i5 with a special gaming wrap at Gamescom. The design pays homage to the 8-bit era of computer games with large pixels. The color scheme takes inspiration from the games available on the AirConsole platform. The wrap also features elements of video game controllers, highlighting the unique in-car gaming solution with AirConsole, where the smartphone serves as the controller.
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*Vehicles that can be enabled with AirConsole at a later date: BMW 7 Series; BMW iX from production 03/23; BMW X5, BMW X6, BMW X7, BMW X5 M, BMW X6 M from production 04/23; BMW XM from production 08/23. Other BMW models will follow gradually. Availability of AirConsole App depends on model and country and is part of ConnectedDrive Professional package or Personal eSIM option. |