PAC-MAN in a Volkswagen, the unexpected collaboration

It isn't a stretch to say that almost everybody you meet will have heard - or know - of PAC-MAN, the beloved arcade game that was developed by Namco and came to the forefront in the 1980s. And now, the brand has partnered with Volkswagen to bring a new experience to in-car gaming.

The PAC-MAN Championship Edition is now accessible via the optional AirConsole In-Car App, the world's first gaming platform specifically designed for cars. It transforms compatible Volkswagen vehicles into a gaming station including the infotainment, sound, and background lighting system. This allows for a more immersive experience, with the car's interior lighting responding to the game content and player inputs.

Features of the game such as its icons for bonus points and power pellets have also been redesigned to further related to the Volkswagen brand. More points will also be awarded for touching silhouettes of the iconic Volkswagen Beetle, VW Bus, and Golf IV R32, as well as brands such as the GTI, GTX, or R and Volkswagen wheel rims.

Unfortunately, the AirConsole In-Car App will only be available in selected European countries, and in selected ID. models as well as the Tayron, Tiguan, Passat, Golf Variant, and Golf models from model year 2025. Playing while parked will require a Volkswagen ID user account, an active VW Connect Plus contract, and an active internet connection on the smartphone.