Racing video games continue to get more realistic while those who play them get better and better, so the McLaren F1 team has decided to try to tap into that base of potential racers with the 'World's Fastest Gamer' contest. The historic British F1 team is literally hoping to discover the fastest racing gamer in the world, and it's dangling a mighty big carrot as inspiration: the contest winner will be brought onto the McLaren F1 team as a full-time simulation driver.
F1 teams have been using racing simulators in race preparation for years. These simulators offer teams a way to test out cars on various tracks when the physical cars aren't allowed access, and they give engineers and drivers important data that they can make use of ahead of the big race.
F1 Simulator Contests
The Winner of the 'World's Fastest Gamer' will Get to Join McLaren's F1 Team
Trend Themes
1. Virtual-reality Racing - The trend of using virtual reality technology to simulate race is an opportunity for the gaming industry to create more realistic game experiences.
2. E-sports Competitions - Hosting e-sports competitions like the 'World's Fastest Gamer' will become a growing trend, giving gaming enthusiasts a chance to win real-life opportunities and prizes.
3. AI-powered Gaming - The use of artificial intelligence in racing games will provide a unique gaming experience and will continue to evolve the gaming industry.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - Automakers can capitalize on the trend of virtual-reality racing by partnering with gaming industry to create realistic driving simulations for virtual test drives, and provide customer experience.
2. Gaming Industry - The gaming industry can leverage the trend of e-sports competitions to create additional revenue streams, gain a competitive edge, and attract more gamers.
3. Artificial Intelligence Industry - AI industry can use the trend of AI-powered gaming to innovate and develop unique gaming experiences, fueling growth in the industry.