Switch 2's 'Drag x Drive' Offers Free Wheelchair Basketball Action – But There's a Catch, Mate!
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
Nintendo's giving Switch 2 players a free trial of 'Drag x Drive,' its wheelchair basketball game, but you'll need a Nintendo Switch Online sub to play. Sounds like some interesting fun, I'm keen!
Alright, buckle up, gaming wizards! Word on the digital street is that Nintendo's giving us a sneak peek at *Drag x Drive*, a Switch 2 exclusive that's got folks talking. This isn't your average sports game; we're talking 3v3 wheelchair basketball with some fancy Joy-Con 2 mouse mode action. Sounds intriguing, right? I reckon it's either going to be brilliant or a glorious, beautiful mess, and I'm here for either.
According to Game Rant, who unearthed this gem, a free trial is on the cards. Huzzah! But, as with most things that sound this good, there's a catch bigger than Bowser's ego: you'll need a Nintendo Switch Online subscription to join the Global Jam event. Boo!
The Global Jam will be happening on August 9th and 10th, offering three four-hour sessions. So, clear your calendars, get your thumbs ready, and prepare to experience the thrill of digital wheelchair basketball – provided you're already forking out for Nintendo's online service.
Now, here's where it gets interesting. *Drag x Drive* seems to be making a serious commitment to accessibility, which is fair dinkum fantastic. We're talking screen readers, adjustable font sizes, and speech-to-text for GameChat. Kudos to the developers for making the game welcoming to all. But the local multiplayer looks to be non-existent which is bloody disappointing considering the Switch’s entire shtick is couch co-op. It supports 12 players online but only one per console, meaning you cant share a Joy-Con with your friend in the same room.
And the price? A very reasonable $19.99. Which, honestly, makes the whole 'trial requires a subscription' thing a bit less painful. Still, a bit cheeky, isn't it? (Editor's Note: I am using cheeky in the British sense, not the American one, I'm not calling anyone's backside into question). Nintendo Switch 2 sales have been massive, with 3.5 million consoles sold in its first four days.
So, is *Drag x Drive* worth the subscription hassle and the potentially broken controllers? Time will tell. But if you're curious and already paying the Nintendo tax, it might be worth a shot. Just remember, gaming is about fun, so if it's not tickling your fancy, there's a whole universe of other games out there waiting to be explored. And hey, maybe *Drag x Drive* will roll its way onto some web3 platform down the line. A P2E wheelchair basketball game could be wild.
Tags: Nintendo Switch 2, Drag x Drive, Free Trial, Gaming News, Accessibility
Original article: Game Rant