Users can now play mobile games like Angry Birds or Beach Buggy Racing directly on their car's dashboard screen, but only when the vehicle is parked. Google has introduced this feature as part of its Android Auto system, which aims to make use of idle time—such as when a car is charging at an electric station or waiting in front of a school. The games only function when the car is stationary, and the system automatically pauses them as soon as the vehicle starts moving. To use this feature, a smartphone running Android 15 is required, and the games appear directly on the car's screen, eliminating the need to take the phone out. Players can interact with the games via touch, and some titles support external controllers, which will be clearly marked in the Google Play Store. For Android Automotive OS, which is built directly into some vehicles, the same game functionality is available without needing a connected phone. Google has been actively improving Android Auto, as seen in its recent update to version 17.6, which included a new green logo and other enhancements. However, developers face several challenges when creating games for the car dashboard. For instance, games must stop immediately if the car starts moving, or if navigation or a phone call takes over. They also cannot run in the background while the car is in motion. Additionally, games must fill the entire screen without black bars on the sides, even though car screens come in a variety of sizes and shapes. To help developers adapt, Google has published a detailed blog post outlining the requirements and encouraging them to optimize their games for the car environment. Meanwhile, the company has also announced plans to bring video applications like YouTube to the car screen, a feature revealed at its recent I/O conference. However, this integration is still in development, with no set release date, and it will also only be available when the vehicle is parked. In contrast, Apple's CarPlay will soon support video playback on iOS 27, though some features are currently missing in Europe. For now, the car's dashboard screen remains a useful but limited tool, mainly serving as a small console for entertainment during stops, such as while charging an electric vehicle or waiting at a school. While this feature adds convenience during idle times, it is still in its early stages, with more capabilities expected in the future.