Due to safety issues around driver distraction, automotive experiences need to minimize complexity in the quest to maximize capability.Turning from macro dynamics back to App Store mechanics, let’s call out a couple distinguishing aspects of automotive platforms: Though history may not repeat itself, it often rhymes. Then again, so are PCs and smartphones and TVs. There’s a lot to unpack there, and the commentary is intended to be provocative. If it turns out to be two non-incumbents, Tesla and Uber are decent bets. Some combo of an incumbent (GM, Toyota, VW, etc), Tesla and Uber, could emerge as the dominant automotive OS’s over the next 5–10 years. If automotive bears out as other platforms have, the ramifications are massive. Network effects tend to seed quietly, take root without fanfare and then scale very fast. (Notably, neither Apple nor Google had an incumbent position in the industry.) And, while the future is not written for TVs and Samsung, LG and Vizio, a trajectory is emerging around Roku and FireTV, also two non-incumbents. Nonetheless, Nokia, Motorola and RIM were all dominating leaders in smartphones with a similar stance before things headed toward iOS and Android. “There’s no way GM, VW, or Toyota would ever cede their OS to a 3rd party.” That may be true. What if network effects eventually take automotive in that direction too? Those duopolies eventually drive the overwhelming value in those ecosystems. Duopolies tend to emerge for networked platforms. There are large implications if we frame automotive as a platform similar to PCs, smartphones and TVs. Implications of Automotive Platforms are Massive It’ll be fascinating to see how such dynamics play out in the emerging arena of automotive OS’s. Historically, major platforms like Microsoft, Apple, Facebook and Google generated incredible value, scale and defensive position (a moat) by leveraging a network of 3rd party developers to build for the platform. With Arcade, Tesla already has the seeds of an App Store.įormally adding an App Store to Tesla OS and ultimately making it a platform for 3rd party developers will be a pivotal move. Tesla also recently announced Arcade, a game hub with Beach Buggy, a new 3rd party game, as well as several classic Atari games. Kart experts and noobs can play together with individual handicaps.In a recent interview, Musk made reference to the possibility of an app store for Teslas. Choose the difficulty that's right for you, and change it on the fly. Master 44 (yes, forty-four!) individual powerups like Donut Tires, Tesla Coil, Ball'n'Chain and Dodgeball Fury. Recruit a crew of 14 drivers, skeletons, robots, aliens.each with their own unique special ability and strategy. Collect and customize over 40 unique cars including monster trucks, moon rovers, race cars, and of course.beach buggies! Discover Egyptian pyramids, dragon-infested castles, pirate ship wrecks, and experimental alien bio-labs-23 unique worlds, each packed with secrets and shortcuts. Compete with players around the world in leaderboard Tournaments with unique custom contests. Customize your own ridiculous game rules and save them for insane battles with up to 8 local players. Collect trophies in multi-event Championships and tons of individual quick events including Race, Drift Attack, Firework Fury, and more. Explore a massive interactive map as you rise through the ranks of the Beach Buggy Racing League. It's your game, your rules.Įasy to pick up and play, yet challenging to master, Beach Buggy Racing 2: Island Adventure is a fast-paced driving action game that delivers explosive fun for all skill levels. Maybe you want to test your racing skills with no powerups at all. How about a Drift Attack with permanent Police Chase that you can play with 4 friends? No problemo. Want a 10-lap Race with Bouncy Tires and Rocket Boost powerups? You can do that. Ready to go deeper? Craft your own custom game modes! Set your favorite configurations of powerups, race rules, lap counts and more, then save your rule set and play with up to 8 local players. Play any part of the game solo or with friends in split screen-from the story-driven Adventure mode to multi-event Championships, adrenaline-pumping Races, skill-mastering Drift Attacks and more. Collect and master over forty unique powerups in an epic race for the ultimate trophy.īeach Buggy Racing 2: Island Adventure is an action-packed, mayhem-filled kart racer with split screen competition and game rule customization. Unlock and upgrade moon buggies, monster trucks and more. Match your kart racing skills against a rag-tag crew of rivals as you explore a mysterious island packed with ancient temples, dragon-infested castles, and post apocalyptic ice cream stands.
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