This created a "pass-the-controller" vibe in a digital space. The notification system would ping you when a friend beat your high score, prompting you to immediately open the browser and reclaim your title.

Originally a hit on mobile devices, Beach Buggy Blitz was ported to the Chrome Web Store and Google+ as a showcase for browser-based gaming capabilities.

In the context of "G+ driving," developers focus on simulating the physical forces acting on a vehicle and driver during high-speed maneuvers. 1. Physics Engine Fundamentals : Forces felt during cornering.