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So, there’s this game, right? Drag x Drive. Yep, for the new Nintendo Switch 2. Probably the most unexpected thing they’ve tossed into the lineup lately. I mean, who would’ve guessed? It’s all about wheelchair basketball with, get this, mouse controls. No kidding. Anyway, Nintendo’s just dropped this gameplay trailer—seven minutes of, uh, deep dive stuff, I guess? It’s launching August 14, by the way.
Now, I don’t know about you, but I had questions. So many. My pals over at the Pure Nintendo Podcast couldn’t shut up about what other modes there’d be aside from the usual 3-on-3. Turns out, minigames are in the mix. Kind of gives it a fun twist, you know? Plus, there’s the usual online play, bots, training mode—the works.
Now, I’ll try to remember the official spiel from Nintendo without sounding too stiff. Ahem, join online lobbies, play with buddies in Friend Parks (private chaos, basically), and jump into games with up to 6 players per court. Sounds intense? Oh, and don’t forget the crazy challenges. Wannabe leaderboard legend? You just might make it.
For the solo warriors out there, bots await your skills. And the drivers—Guard, Center, or Forward—each has its own flavor…like ice cream, but not.
Take a break from the courts, because racing? Yup, there’s a Circuit Sprint minigame, shooting contests, and this quirky Rebound Scramble. Plus, practice your bunny hops with jump rope. Because why not?
What’s cool? You can earn trophies to snag customizable helmets, outfit your driver—a sort of chaotic fashion show, maybe? Mix up frames, colors, stick your fave number on there. Look fresh or a mess, the choice is yours.
So, any chance this becomes the sleeper hit Nintendo’s banking on? It’s anyone’s guess. Let’s chat about that trailer, yeah?
Oh, if you’re itching for action before the launch, there’s a sneak session, the Global Jam—August 9-10. Download the demo, shoot some digital hoops. Get hyped.
August 9: 3-7 am PT
August 9: 5-9 pm PT
August 10: 9 am-1 pm PT
Fingers crossed it’s all a slam dunk on August 14. Let’s see if Drag x Drive scores or misses the mark.
