New update will bring Atari classics to Tesla's infotainment

[dlevere]

It looks like the upcoming vehicle software update for Teslas will include an Easter egg, one that will allow drivers to play some of the best retro classic games from Atari.

Some of best classic @Atari games coming as Easter eggs in Tesla V9.0 release in about 4 weeks. Thanks @Atari!
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 1, 2018

The news was tweeted by Elon Musk, who is the CEO of Tesla, stating that the V9.0 update will arrive in about four weeks. It looks like Musk is aiming to include Pole Position, Tempest, and Missile Command in the upcoming update. While this in itself would be a fun treat for any owner, Musk will take things a step further, having the controls for Pole Position will be linked to the physical steering wheel of the car. He clarified that the controls will only be active while the car is stationary.

If you’re into video game development, consider applying to Tesla. We want to make super fun games that integrate the center touch screen, phone & car irl.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 1, 2018

Musk looks to be interested in expanding the idea of gaming inside of a Tesla, as he later put out a call for folks to apply, as the company was looking to create "super fun games that integrate the center touch screen, phone, & car irl". As mentioned before, if you own a Tesla, you should expect to see this update arrive in about a month or so.

Source: Elon Musk (Twitter) via The Verge

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Who else thinks its a bad idea to play video games while driving? dlevere. O_o