Nintendo`s upcoming Switch 2 exclusive title, Drag X Drive, is set to launch on August 14. Prior to its release, a new gameplay trailer has been unveiled, offering further insights and promoting the eagerly anticipated Global Jam demo.
The Global Jam demo will commence on August 9 and conclude on August 10. Access to this demo requires an active Switch Online subscription. Prospective players can download the demo later today, with play sessions scheduled for the following times:
Drag X Drive Global Jam Playtest Times
August 9
- 3 AM – 7 AM PT / 6 AM ET – 10 AM ET
- 5 PM – 9 PM PT / 8 PM ET – 12 AM ET
August 10
- 9 AM – 1 PM PT / 12 PM ET – 4 PM ET
The latest trailer for Drag X Drive delves into its unique control scheme. Players will utilize the Joy-Con 2 controllers, employing mouse-like movements to manage each wheel of the in-game wheelchair, enabling precise control over momentum and direction through forward or backward swipes. While a stable surface like a table is recommended, Nintendo notes that various flat surfaces, including a player`s lap, can suffice. The author even recounts a humorous personal anecdote of using their sleeping cat as an improvised mousepad for Donkey Kong Bananza.
Drag X Drive is one of two significant Switch 2 releases slated for August. Another major title arriving on August 28 is an enhanced version of Kirby and the Forgotten Land, featuring new expansion content and updated visuals.
Looking ahead, Pokemon Legends: Z-A is scheduled for an October release. Furthermore, Nintendo has announced a new Direct livestream set for July 31, promising approximately 25 minutes of updates on upcoming titles. This event may potentially include a confirmed release date for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond.