I think the Anki Drive toys are great, I even talked about them a bit last year. A step up over those old slot/track cars from the 80s. Same basic concept, but modern.
Anki Drive, an advanced racing game that allows players to use an actual battle equipped toy car with a companion mobile app, was introduced almost two years ago and gained quite a following for its ideal concept. Now, the company is back with a follow up to the successful racing game. Anki Overdrive is a beefed up version of the original with an array of new features. One of the biggest drawing points of this updated version is a new track system, which uses FlexTrack pieces to create up to eight different designs. Instead of using mats, these new tracks use magnetic pieces that clip together making it easy to create racetracks of different shapes. This modular track system also allows performance stunts. Ramps and jumps can be pulled off with the possibility of loop-the-loops as well. There are also add-ons for users to buy if they want an even bigger playing field.
Anki Overdrive also features new game modes for users to enjoy: King of the Hill pits players against each other to see who can hold the lead position the longest and Time Trials see who can get the best and fastest finish time. The standard Battle and Race modes will be included as well. Players now have new Supercars to choose from. These racers are customizable with new virtual weapons, upgrades, and special items for players to use to get the winning title. Not only are the cars and tracks getting an overhaul, the app is as well. Previously, players could only compete with one another if they were on the same platform; Android users could only battle against Android users. Now, the system will be cross-platform meaning iOS and Android users can truly duke it out.
Right now a starter kit for Anki Overdrive is available, which features two supercars, 12 track pieces, one four-car charging platform, and one tire cleaner all for $149.99.
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