Vehicle-to-Game: Using Your Car as a Game Controller

Learn how to transform a vehicle into a unique game controller through this DEF CON conference talk that introduces Vehicle-to-Game (V2G), a Python-based project enabling cars to function as gaming input devices. Explore the technical implementation using either a laptop or Raspberry Pi Zero WH configured as a Bluetooth gamepad, with connectivity options through the OBD2-diagnostic port or direct access to the car's internal CAN-busses. Discover the fundamentals of automotive networks, CAN bus communication, and diagnostic protocols while gaining practical insights into reverse engineering CAN messages. Master the process of interfacing with vehicle systems to create what might be the most expensive game controller in your neighborhood, making this presentation valuable for both automotive security researchers and technology enthusiasts interested in unique hardware projects.