AirPods are always getting better, and iOS 26 recently added a bunch of new features. But a new game on the App Store, RidePods, takes AirPods in a unique and clever new direction as game controllers.
RidePods game uses motion tracking in AirPods for hands-free steering
As first highlighted by The Verge, the new game RidePods (App Store link) enables you to use AirPods as a sort of game controller.
Except you won’t be reaching up to touch your AirPods at all—that wouldn’t exactly be the most comfortable game mechanic.
Instead, RidePods is a racing game that lets you steer completely hands-free thanks to AirPods.
The game utilizes AirPods’ head tracking features that power features like spatial audio, but puts them to use for gaming.
How it works is pretty simple: when playing RidePods, your motorcycle steers left and right based on the movements of your head while wearing AirPods.
I found the mechanic a fun, intuitive twist on iPhone gaming. Would I want to play anything for hours using head tracking with AirPods? No, but it still makes for a unique experience.
RidePods supports AirPods models that offer head tracking features. That includes:
- AirPods Pro, AirPods Pro 2, and AirPods Pro 3
- AirPods 3 and AirPods 4
- AirPods Max
You can download RidePods for free on the App Store.
Are you interested in seeing more games add support for AirPods head tracking like RidePods? Let us know in the comments.
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