As gaming has lately reached top-notch, the premium form of motorsport left no stone unturned. Formula 1 has paired up with Kindred Concepts to bring in the never-seen-before racing simulation venue, an F1 Arcade, in London.
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The wall between the virtual and real-life world has started narrowing down. Both worlds are getting closer to each other. These days there is a video game counterpart to every real-life sport, including Formula One.
Many drivers use simulation video games to keep their driving senses sharp. Simulation F1 games are also an excellent way for ordinary people to try motorsport without worrying about the risks. Simulation racing has also grown in the competitive eSports scene recently.
World’s first F1 Arcade in London
Formula 1 recently partnered with Kindred Concepts to launch the world’s first F1 Arcade at One New Change, St Pauls, London. There is no other place like this to enjoy the elite motorsport simulation experience. However, there is still some time, as this Arcade will be in action from next month. This elite motorsport arcade would feature 60 F1 motion simulators.
Formula 1 has joined forces with Kindred Concepts to launch the first F1 licensed premium experiential venue of its kind – @F1Arcade
Read more:https://t.co/2shHlEDxAo#F1
— F1 Media (@F1Media) October 19, 2022
All the simulators are uniquely designed in partnership with F1 authorities. These simulators will offer immersive motion and audiovisual effects. Players will get to choose from various racing modes, individual, and team-based. These modes and outstanding gameplay are thanks to the Motorsport Games by RFactor2 simulation platform.
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The games would also have a unique driver profile and experience currency; the latter can be redeemed for exciting prizes. Further, the F1 Arcade will also offer excellent food and beverage. Also, there would be exciting events on Formula 1 Grand Prix days. Undoubtedly, it will become the hangout spot for F1 and racing game enthusiasts.
Formula 1 fans are excited about the Arcade
The glimpses of the new F1 Arcade have got all the motorsport fanatics interested. Everyone is eager to know more about the venue and this new Arcade. Fans in different countries are sad, as this Arcade is not in their respective countries. But the F1 Arcade claimed to open at more new venues. Let’s look at some of those exciting fan reactions.
looks awesome…shame we gotta go to London!
— Simon, Lord Lawson (@SimonJLawson) October 19, 2022
I heard a rumour (I started that rumour), that there might be new venues at some point 🤫
— F1® Arcade (@F1Arcade) October 19, 2022
Will this be a walk in kind of thing or will you have to book?
— FGE Chaz (@CM0716806196) October 19, 2022
@F1_JamieDwyer93 @SoCalValerie @AlanAyres pic.twitter.com/0VanPBoX8a
— Mickey D (Aka Marco when I’m at Starbucks) (@deanbagus) October 19, 2022
Does it have any wheelchair accessible hand-control pods/rig? Be nice if it was inclusive?
— Martyn Brisdion (@MBrisdion) October 20, 2022
What kind of playseat is that?
— Giacomo van der Schilden (@giacomovds) October 19, 2022
Woah!! This looks epic. Day in LDN?
— Jono Brine (@Jonobrine) October 19, 2022
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Flying in from Canada for Christmas and this will be one of my first stops 😀
— Daniel Chadwick-Shubat (@shubeyjr) October 19, 2022
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Undoubtedly, it’s a great move that will bring Formula One and gaming closer. Do you think this F1 Arcade will become a bridge between the two worlds?
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