# Physical Touchscreen Toys The 'Pocket Racing 2.0' Racing Cars React to the On-Screen Action By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-04-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/racing-car References: [odditymall](http://odditymall.com/pocket-racing-ipad-toy-car-game) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/560773543/pocket-racing-20-race-a-real-car-on-your-ipad) Children are playing games on smartphones and tablets more than ever, so the 'Pocket Racing 2.0' Racing Cars are designed to give a physical touch to the experience. Acting as miniature vehicles that can be driven on-screen, the 'Pocket Racing 2.0' system mixes [augmented reality gaming with physical toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holobrite-pixie-lantern). When utilized, the small cars will react to the on-screen action, light up, become damaged and even shake. The 'Pocket Racing 2.0' Racing Cars are designed to be used individually on tablets and can be played alone or with a partner for races. The toys are currently funding on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightn-race) where early adopters can take advantage of introductory prices of just $38. The system is sure to be a hit with gamers young and old looking for a more enhanced visual and physical experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Augmented Reality Gaming:** The 'Pocket Racing 2.0' Racing Cars combine physical toys with augmented reality gaming, offering an enhanced gaming experience. - **Physical-digital Integration:** The integration of physical toys that react to on-screen action creates a seamless physical-digital gaming experience. - **Enhanced Visual and Physical Experience:** With the 'Pocket Racing 2.0' Racing Cars, gamers of all ages can enjoy a more immersive and interactive gaming experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Toys and Games:** The 'Pocket Racing 2.0' Racing Cars introduce a new level of interactivity and engagement to the toys and games industry. - **Augmented Reality:** The integration of augmented reality technology in physical toys opens up new possibilities for the augmented reality industry. - **Gaming:** The 'Pocket Racing 2.0' Racing Cars offer a disruptive innovation opportunity in the gaming industry by combining physical and digital elements for a unique gaming experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Phygital Kids Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tacto.md) - [Light-Powered Racing Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightn-race.md) - [Programming Code-Powered Toy Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zerone-2.md) - [Tactile Digital Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/punirunes-touchable-digital-pet.md) - [AI-Powered Toy Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocar.md) - [Technical Education Car Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gocar.md) - [Mixed Reality Racer Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rift-rally.md) - [Travel-Ready Racing Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-2-fast-card-racers.md) - [Screen-Free Gaming Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picoo-gaming-console.md)