Mercedes-Benz is integrating the Boosteroid cloud gaming service into its MBUX multimedia system, signaling a bold step in-car entertainment. Tech insights from TechSpot confirm the partnership, underscoring how automotive tech and cloud gaming are converging.
Under the collaboration between Mercedes-Benz and Boosteroid, models equipped with the third-generation MBUX system will be able to access and stream games from major storefronts, including Steam, the Epic Games Store, and the Microsoft Store, starting in 2025. The expansive library, which exceeds a thousand titles available for PCs, laptops, smartphones, and smart TVs, is positioned to bring a broad gaming catalog directly into the vehicle cockpit (TechSpot).
This feature is packaged as part of the MBUX Entertainment Package Plus, enabling vehicle owners to use the car’s display as a game monitor. The experience hinges on cloud processing, meaning games run remotely on Boosteroid’s servers rather than on the vehicle’s local hardware. The user’s control can be upgraded with a smartphone or a Bluetooth gamepad, delivering a familiar gaming setup while on the move (TechSpot).
Security considerations are addressed by restricting game launches to park mode, ensuring that the vehicle remains stationary during initial gameplay sessions. The rollout and availability may vary by region, and there is a note that the service may face restrictions or be unavailable in certain markets, including Russia, due to regulatory and service considerations (TechSpot).
In related gaming industry coverage, analysts have highlighted how cloud gaming partnerships contribute to the evolving ecosystem of consoles, PCs, and in-car entertainment. The broader narrative connects cloud-enabled gaming with ongoing shifts in hardware requirements, subscription models, and cross-platform accessibility that shape consumer choices in North America and beyond (TechSpot).