Okay, let’s dive into this! Drag x Drive. So, there’s this game popping up for Nintendo’s Switch 2. It’s bizarre and… intriguing? You start flying around in wheelchairs, playing basketball with, wait for it—mouse controls. Honestly, didn’t see that coming. They dropped this trailer recently. A solid seven minutes—it’s like a mini-movie! They’re trying to give us a peek before things go crazy on August 14.
And, the title? It’s not just Drag x Drive, like it looks. The trailer guy says its Drag “and” Drive. Why? No clue, but there it is.
Now, what’s wild here—you’ve got your basic 3-on-3 but hold up… add in some minigames. Like seriously, between matches, go play some mini stuff! Supposedly it freshens things up. And online play? Done! Train against bots? Sure! I mean, are we talking full chaos?
Right from the official Nintendo notes, they’re saying you jump into these online lobbies—basically a crowded park full of players from all over. And once 6 people are there, boom, game on! But this isn’t the limit; you can cram in up to 12 in something called a Public Park. And if you want privacy? There are Friend Parks. It sounds kinda cozy, doesn’t it? You and your buddies, maybe banter, and just whatever kind of chaos you’re into.
Solo mode is here too, duking it out against AI—if that’s your thing. Choice of three drivers: Guard, Center, or Forward. Each boasting their unique stats. Not going to lie, these choices drag me back to the old-school arcade feels.
Oh, and for a twist, park that wheelchair on the court and get racing in Circuit Sprint! They’ve thrown in these Park-wide games too… something like Rebound Scramble and even a jump rope thing. Now if anything, that’s bound to twist your head off in the best possible way.
Finished some challenges? Sweet. You get trophies and what’s better than trophies? Custom helmets! Personalize your look with armor and color tweaks. Add numbers if that’s your jam.
Honestly, kinda liking the sound of all these features. Could these catchy twists turn it into Nintendo’s surprise hit though? Who’s to say? Maybe it’s one of those that creeps up on you. But while everyone mulls it over, spill your thoughts on this trailer nonsense.
Pre-launch excitement? That’s where the Global Jam comes in, giving you a sneakiness peak before things go live. Set for August 9-10. It’s a demo, sure, but you’ll be shooting hoops live with friends!
August 9: 3 am-7 am PT
August 9: 5 pm-9 pm PT
August 10: 9 am-1 pm PT
Crossing fingers for a slam dunk moment on August 14, when Drag x Drive rolls out on Switch. Stay tuned!
