World’s first AirPods-controlled game uses reverse-engineered spatial audio hardware for motion control — undocumented Apple sensor enables ‘RidePods – Race with Head’ motorbike racing game

The first game that uses Apple’s AirPods as a motion controller has hit the App Store for iOS and iPadOS devices. RidePods – Race with Head delivers a fast-paced motorcycle racing experience, where head movements provide the control. Basically, your head becomes a big Wiimote. Developer Ali Tanis explains that he has become the first to launch an AirPods controlled game after he successfully reverse engineered the spatial audio feature of Apple’s popular earbuds.