Hot Wheels: Xtreme Overdrive is an exclusive digital title that combines racing, customization, and multiplayer within the BMW ecosystem
Mattel, BMW, and AirConsole have joined forces to take in-car gaming to the next level with Hot Wheels: Xtreme Overdrive, an exclusive digital title that combines racing, customization, and multiplayer within the BMW ecosystem. Want to try it? Here are all the details.
How is Hot Wheels: Xtreme Overdrive?
The game stands out for its Panoramic Drive track, a level where players race Hot Wheels cars inside the BMW Vision Neue Klasse X, the prototype of the BMW iX3. Beyond this special track, users can drive a vehicle inspired by the BMW iX3 alongside classic Hot Wheels cars, delivering a racing experience that blends adrenaline with next-generation automotive design.
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Key features of the game include:
* Iconic vehicle selection: eight Hot Wheels cars plus an exclusive BMW iX3.
* Varied tracks: six circuits offering unique challenges, including the Panoramic Drive.
* Game modes: Quick Race, Cup Mode, and Custom Track Mode.
* Real-time multiplayer: up to four players can compete using their smartphones as controllers.
* Vehicle customization: unlock cars and personalize them with colors, designs, and exclusive accessories.
How many games does AirConsole offer for BMW vehicles?
Since 2022, BMW and N-Dream have developed over 30 titles accessible through the infotainment system, including racing, strategy, sports, and arcade games. These games are designed to provide safe entertainment while the vehicle is parked and allow passengers to actively participate from their phones.
Some of the most popular titles include:
* Overcooked
* UNO Car Party!
* PAC-MAN Championship Edition
* Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?
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Which BMW models feature AirConsole games?
AirConsole is available in BMW and MINI models with Operating System 9 (Digital Premium/MINI Connected) and Operating System 8.5 (BMW ConnectedDrive Professional), as well as in new vehicles with BMW Operating System X. The integration allows any passenger to connect to the game by scanning a QR code and immediately use their smartphone as a controller.
What is AirConsole?
AirConsole is an innovative digital entertainment platform designed to turn any compatible vehicle into an interactive gaming hub. Developed by N-Dream in collaboration with automakers like BMW, AirConsole allows passengers to enjoy a wide variety of games directly through the car's infotainment system, using their smartphones as controllers. This eliminates the need for physical consoles and makes it easy for the entire family or group of friends to participate during trips or while the vehicle is parked.
The platform offers titles across multiple genres, ranging from racing and sports to strategy, arcade, and party games, ensuring there's something for every taste, all tailored to provide a safe and entertaining in-vehicle experience.
AirConsole focuses not only on fun but also on accessibility and ease of use. To start playing, passengers simply scan a QR code that connects their smartphones to the vehicle's system, instantly turning them into controllers. Thanks to this integration, AirConsole represents a significant advancement in in-car entertainment, combining technological innovation, convenience, and fun for drivers and passengers alike.