BBC Studios Launches Top Gear Gaming Experience

BBC Studios has partnered with Reality+ to launch the virtual Top Gear world The Stigverse on the social gaming platform The Sandbox.

In the game, multiple malfunctioning versions of The Digital Stig, known as The Gits, are running riot across the world. The Top Gear crew members are at the end of their patience, and it’s up to the player to round up the escaped Gits across seven zones inspired by themes from Top Gear’s engineering challenges.

Each zone features challenges and quests, such as reconstructing the world’s fastest tractor to sliding down a snowy slalom in a race against a rally car.

“We are incredibly excited to bring The Stigverse to Top Gear fans and The Sandbox players worldwide,” said Tony Pearce, CEO of Reality+. “This experience is a love letter to the world of Top Gear, offering a unique blend of engaging gameplay, captivating challenges and unforgettable moments that will delight both longtime fans and newcomers alike.”

Stephen Davies, senior VP of global licensing at BBC Studios, commented, “We’re thrilled to bring Top Gear into The Sandbox, as it offers us a fantastic opportunity to reimagine the world of Top Gear for a new digital audience, and we can’t wait to see players dive into the chaos and challenges of The Stigverse.”

“We’re proud to welcome Top Gear in The Sandbox open metaverse,” added Sébastien Borget, co-founder and COO of The Sandbox. “The Stigverse has been designed to offer the millions of fans of the show a thrilling and immersive experience like never before. By reimagining iconic moments and engineering challenges from the show, players will be able to engage with Top Gear in new and interactive ways, bringing the adrenaline and excitement of the series into the virtual world. This collaboration further highlights The Sandbox as a destination for creative entertainment and fans engagement, combining the power of gaming and culture.”