Summary

The web content discusses the potential transformation of daily commutes into enjoyable gaming sessions through advancements in Tesla's self-driving car technology and gaming integrations.

Abstract

The article explores the future of mobile gaming, particularly in the context of daily commutes, as Tesla introduces new updates to its onboard entertainment system, Tesla Arcade. With the prospect of fully autonomous vehicles on the horizon, the integration of gaming systems like PlayStation and Xbox could turn commute time into a period of leisure for gamers. This shift could significantly alter the perception of long commutes, potentially making them one of the most enjoyable parts of the day. The article also touches on the broader implications of these developments, including the impact on job location preferences and the potential for online gaming on the move with the advent of 5G technology.

Opinions

The author expresses a personal disdain for the daily commute, viewing it as unpaid time that could be better spent.
There is optimism about Tesla's role in revolutionizing the commute experience by allowing gaming during autonomous driving.
Elon Musk's promise of fully autonomous Tesla vehicles by 2020 is seen as a significant step towards making in-car gaming a reality.
The article suggests that the integration of gaming consoles in cars could lead to a more positive view of longer commutes.
The author posits that the ability to game during commutes could provide dedicated time for gamers to enjoy their hobby without domestic distractions.
With the advancement of 5G technology, the possibility of stable online gaming during commutes is highlighted as a desirable feature of the future.
The author reflects on the current average commute times in the US and suggests that with the advent of in-car gaming, commuting could become an activity people look forward to rather than dread.
The article concludes with the author's enthusiasm for the future of mobile gaming and autonomous driving, anticipating it to surpass traditional expectations set by science fiction.

Future | Technology | Gaming

An Interesting Outlook On The Future Of ‘Mobile’ Gaming

For avid gamers, commuting to and from work might one day be the most pleasant time of the day

Do you love driving to work? Me neither.

One of the worst aspects of life for me has been the way to and from work. You are stuck in traffic for hours you don’t get paid. The further your job is from where you live, the more daunting it can be. It’s time you could spend doing more important things. Instead, you’re stuck in your car before and after you’ve dealt with working for 8 hours or more.

But this all could change drastically in the future and revive the world of entertainment in a way I never thought of.

Tesla has just rolled up a new update on their onboard entertainment system Tesla Arcade, which allows you to play popular games like “Fallout Shelter”, “Cuphead” or “Stardew Valley”, while your car does the driving for you.

Of course, this is just the beginning. Tesla is still in the middle of proving its reliability. Tesla vehicles are not yet fully self-driving in legal terms. But looking at their development, they sure will be pretty soon.

Elon Musk has promised that you will be able to sleep in your Tesla on the move by 2020.

The future of Tesla and gaming

Imagine Tesla, after achieving the peak of self-driving performance, would team up with companies like Sony and Microsoft, allowing you to take your Playstation or Xbox with you in your car as plug and play entertainment system.

The hourlong drive to work would suddenly be no longer a nuisance, but could well become the most cherished time of day for gamers. While at home, you have other responsibilities, a spouse and/or kids to take care of, limiting your overall spare time to indulge in gaming.

Now you just jump into your car on your way to work, fire up that Playstation or Xbox and enjoy mindless gaming in silence over the next hour or two. You could have dedicated time to spend with your hobby. And when you get home, your spouse won’t complain about you sitting in front of the TV while he or she would like you to help with the chores a little.

It could take some of the most wasted time of our day and transform it into something we’d look forward to.

Distance from workplace to home would lose its negativity

Right now, people are actively looking for jobs in their closer vicinity. Nobody wants to waste hours driving from town to town. That’s even one of the main reasons why people love working from home.

A study conducted by CNBC revealed that the average time of one-way commuting in the US is about 26.1 minutes. The longest time spent commuting is in Washington DC, with about 43.6 minutes for one trip.

With the possible future that Tesla is opening up, commuting may one day be one of the most enjoyable activities of our lives. And since many companies pay their employees a little compensation for a longer commute, you would technically even get paid to spend an hour or two a day playing video games.

Oh, and if you’re not a gamer, don’t fret. You could spend the time sleeping a little more or watching movies instead.

This outlook on driving in the future seems even better than what science-fiction has predicted so far.

Sure, driving can be fun. If you’re new behind the wheel, you may think it’s one of the most fun things to do. And I don’t disagree with that.

But once you’ve spent a few weeks of time being stuck in traffic, your feet going numb from the constant engaging and disengaging of the clutch, just to move 2 feet forward, you’ll agree that driving isn’t always fun.

Even online gaming could become a possibility while driving

With advancements in wifi technology and the new 5G standard being developed right now, even online gaming could become a valid option while driving through the country.

By using a network of multiple antennas to connect with your Tesla while it’s on the move, it could support a constant and reliable wifi connection wherever you are at the moment. it would allow you to play online games without losing the connection while moving from one area to the next.

Paired with the higher internet speeds of up to 10 Gbit/sec and low latency of only 1ms, 5G could make online gaming on the move a viable option and complement the technological advancement of playing on the way to work even further.

Now that’s a form of mobile gaming I’m looking forward to!

Kevin is an editor and writer for the ILLUMINATION and Polyglot Poetry publications. Follow him on Twitter and LinkedIn.