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So there’s this game—Drag x Drive, ever heard of it? Yeah, me neither, until Nintendo decides to drop this bomb in the Switch 2 lineup. It’s got this wild mix-up of wheelchair basketball using — wait for it — mouse controls. Didn’t see that coming, did you? They just released a trailer, and it’s like 7 minutes long? That’s kinda like watching a short film about how this game ticks before it launches on August 14. Crazy stuff.
The trailer, honestly, dives into more than I expected. It’s all about controls – and not just the basics, they’ve got tricks! And then there’s this whole other world outside the arena. I got lost in some of it, literally paused and thought, “Am I really seeing this?”
Anyway, over on the Pure Nintendo Podcast, they were buzzing with questions. Like, what else can we do aside from the usual 3-on-3 matches? Turns out, there are minigames. Yes, between matches, we can dive into these. Oh, and besides online play, there’s a training mode and playing against bots. Because why not?
Let’s peek at this list straight from Nintendo.
– Online lobbies, anyone? Yeah, you and your distant buddies can hop in. The moment you hit 6 players, boom, game starts. Got a whole group? Public Park is your playground. Up to 12 folks can mess around there.
– Friend Parks are a thing too. Kind of like a hangout, where you and your pals play whatever. Two courts to mess with, up to 6 players in one. Challenges? Yep, compete, and maybe brag a little if you make it to the top of the leaderboard.
– Going solo? Offline mode lets you practice with AI. Perfect way to pretend you’re training for a big league.
– Choose your driver. Guard, Center, or Forward — you gotta find your groove. Everyone’s got their stats, so play around and see what fits.
– Need a breather from basketball? Hit the Circuit Sprint or join Park-wide games like Rebound Scramble. They even got jump rope practice, randomly enough.
– Challenges lead to trophies and customizable helmets. Because, of course, style matters. Mix up your driver’s look with armor, frames, and colors. Throw a number on there for good measure.
I’m kinda intrigued, not gonna lie. Does Drag x Drive end up as one of those unexpected hits? No clue. Your take on the trailer? Drop it, I’m all ears.
Oh, and before we hit August 14, there’s a little sneak peek with the Global Jam from August 9-10. A demo sesh with some friends sounds perfect:
– August 9: 3 am to 7 am PT
– August 9: 5 pm to 9 pm PT
– August 10: 9 am to 1 pm PT
Here’s hoping Drag x Drive isn’t just a flash in the pan. Let’s see if it’s a slam dunk!
