While the 3D graphics provide the "look," it is Google’s that provides the "intelligence" of the driving simulator.
This is the dark horse. Many new cars (Volvo, Polestar, GM) run with Google Maps built into the dashboard. Some developers have jailbroken these systems to run custom Unity applications on top of the Google Maps feed. Unofficially, you can already run a driving simulator using Google Maps as the texture. The "new" part is that car manufacturers are lobbying Google to make this an official "Parked Mode" feature—so you can practice a route while your electric vehicle is charging. 3d driving simulator in google maps new
: While not a driving sim, it allows "virtual flights" over 3D terrain on desktop. While the 3D graphics provide the "look," it
If you are looking for more advanced "sim" features, these tools offer similar global exploration: Some developers have jailbroken these systems to run
Players can switch between first-person (cockpit) views, third-person follow cameras, and bird's-eye views.
Because the map data is just an image layer, your car cannot physically crash into buildings, trees, or real traffic. You will pass right through them.
The 3D driving simulator update comes with several enhancements designed to improve driving safety and convenience: 1. Enhanced 3D Navigation System