The AirConsole Team17 partnership is bringing award-winning indie games to car screens globally, transforming BMW vehicles into social multiplayer consoles.
Zurich, May 17, 2023 – The AirConsole Team17 partnership allows millions of gamers in over 180 countries to play iconic games directly on car displays using just their smartphones. Soon, users will be able to enjoy their favorite titles like never before, using car screens as video game consoles and their smartphones to control their characters.
Already known for providing seamless multiplayer gaming experiences on PC, Mac, Android TV, and Amazon Fire TV, AirConsole recently showcased at GDC how they are shaping the in-car gaming landscape with BMW. For Team17 Digital fans and gaming newcomers alike, this will mean the ability to play fun family favorites on their BMW within seconds. Since they will be pre-installed on all vehicles featuring AirConsole, there is no need to browse indefinitely through an overcrowded app store within the entertainment system.
This AirConsole Team17 partnership makes it easier than ever for players to access family-friendly games during charging breaks or while waiting on the road.
“Our core value is to make gaming more accessible to everyone, everywhere – especially inside cars. Because of this, it only makes sense that we partner with those who hold the same expectation for the future of the industry. To know that Team17 is on board with what we are doing and will accompany us through this journey is very exciting.” said Antti Makkonen, AirConsole’s Head of Games. “We can’t wait to share our future plans with everyone – this is only the first step of a very long and fruitful partnership.”
Michael Pattison, CEO at Team 17, added: “It’s exciting to be part of an innovative platform like AirConsole. We’re really pleased to be able to partner with them and introduce our games to AirConsole BMW vehicles, enabling even more friends and families to enjoy playing them while away from home. “
As the AirConsole Team17 partnership continues, both companies will explore new in-car gaming formats that reflect how and where people want to play.
