Nintendo News: The Drag x Drive Overview Trailer Showcases a New Kind of 3-on-3 Sports Experience for Nintendo Switch 2

REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--It’s a whole new ballgame when the Drag x Drive game unveils a new kind of 3-on-3 competitive sports experience utilizing the mouse and motion controls of both Joy-Con 2 controllers. Inspired by a mix of wheelchair basketball, wheelchair rugby, wheelchair motocross, and skateboarding, Drag x Drive lets you shoot, pass, dunk and perform tricks when it tips off Aug. 14 for the Nintendo Switch 2 system.

Check out the overview trailer right here: https://youtu.be/-Ls_NtQ0s8k

Use dual mouse controls to move your wheels by sliding both Joy-Con 2 controllers on a flat surface forward to move ahead or move just one controller to quickly turn and pivot and the other back. Once you grab the ball, simply raise your hand and flick your wrist to shoot. Rack up extra points by performing tricks like doing bunny hops, backflips, and even launching yourself off a half-pipe. You can also clap, wave and high-five your teammates using motion controls¹!

And that’s just the beginning:

• Hop into online² lobbies for matches with players from near and far. Once 6 players join, a game will automatically start! Up to 12 people can join a Public Park.
• You can also get a group of friends together (with or without GameChat³) to play in Friend Parks, which are private parks where you can pick and choose what you’d like to do. Make use of two courts for games and play matches with up to 6 players in one court. You can also compete against each other in additional challenges to try and earn the top spot on your park’s leaderboard!
• Offline, you can also play alone against computer-controlled opponents to hone your skills.
• Choose from a selection of three different drivers to suit your preferred play style: Guard, Center or Forward. Each driver has their own stats, so be sure to find the one that complements your game.
• Looking for a change of pace? Hop off the court and race around a track in the Circuit Sprint minigame, compete in shooting contests or Park-wide minigames like Rebound Scramble, jump rope to practice bunny hopping and more.
• Complete challenges to earn in-game trophies and unlock customizable helmets, which you can use to personalize your driver’s appearance. Match them up with your choice of armor, frames and tires, customize colors and add your preferred number to complete your look!

Can’t wait to get in the game? Nintendo is hosting a Drag x Drive: Global Jam demo event on Aug. 9 and 10. Nintendo Switch 2 players with Nintendo Switch Online memberships can get a sneak peek of the game at select times prior to launch. For the full schedule and more details, visit https://www.nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/want-to-hit-the-court-in-drag-x-drive/.

The Drag x Drive: Global Jam will run at the times listed below. Download the demo and shoot hoops with your friends during these times!

• Aug. 9, from 3 a.m. PT to 7 a.m. PT
• Aug. 9, from 5 p.m. PT to 9 p.m. PT
• Aug. 10, from 9 a.m. PT to 1 p.m. PT

Game on! Drag x Drive launches Aug. 14 for Nintendo Switch 2. Pre-order is available now on Nintendo eShop and My Nintendo Store.

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¹ Be aware of your surroundings. Wear wrist straps and allow adequate room around you during game play.

² Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. Membership auto-renews after initial term at the then-current price unless canceled. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply. nintendo.com/purchase-terms

³ Internet, Nintendo Switch Online membership and Nintendo Account required for online features, including GameChat. Compatible USB camera required for video features. Not available in all countries. Terms and GameChat requirements apply. support.nintendo.com Games, systems, memberships and some accessories sold separately. Until March 31, 2026, GameChat can be used without a Nintendo Switch Online membership. Afterwards, a Nintendo Switch Online membership will be required to use GameChat.