Drag X Drive: Global Jam Announced
Get ready for some high-flying action in Drag X Drive's temporary demo, available on Nintendo Switch 2 from August 14th! A sneak peek with acrobatics-infused wheelchair basketball starts for Nintendo Switch Online members from August 9th to 10th.
Marcus Thompson · 2 min read
Nintendo Switch Online Members Preview Drag X Drive Global Jam Demo (August 9 - 14)
Nintendo will offer a temporary demo for Drag X Drive, its exclusive game for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, beginning August 14. Players interested in Drag X Drive, which blends mouse controls with sports action, can also try the Global Jam demo from August 9 to 10. This Global Jam is exclusively available to Nintendo Switch Online members. Participants can experience a wheelchair basketball-like game incorporating acrobatics. Each match features two teams of three players. Players have the option to explore a park before matches or engage in solo play against AI opponents. To download the demo and prepare to play, visit the official Nintendo Portugal website.
In Case You Missed It
If you’re a fan of free-to-play games and are eagerly awaiting the Nintendo Switch 2, Jonathan Dubinski’s latest piece, “Nintendo Switch 2: This Highly Appreciated Free Game is Coming Soon, But There's an Issue,” published on July 22nd, is a must-read. He delves into Digital Extremes’ plans to bring Warframe to the new console and discusses the challenges they’re facing due to delays in development kits. With anticipation running high for this beloved title, check out the full article Nintendo Switch 2: This Highly Appreciated Free Game is Coming Soon, But There's an Issue to learn more about what it will take to get Warframe on your Switch 2. For sports enthusiasts and gaming fans alike, Nintendo has some exciting news! Jonathan Dubinski's latest article on Players for Life reveals that Nintendo will offer a test version of their groundbreaking wheelchair basketball game, Drag X Drive, this August. Published on July 16, 2025, the piece details how players can experience this innovative title firsthand during a special weekend event. If you’re interested in pushing boundaries and enjoying an immersive gaming experience, be sure to check out Nintendo's Basketball Game, Drag X Drive, to Offer Test Version in August for all the details. If you're in the mood for a game that turns destruction into a delightful adventure, be sure to check out "Donkey Kong Bananza," the latest Nintendo Switch gem reviewed by Marcus Thompson on July 16th. This enchanting journey through destructible platforms and ancient creatures is not only visually captivating but also offers a unique gameplay experience that simplifies complexity for pure fun. Discover how Donkey Kong's smashing antics and Pauline’s bravery lead to over 18 hours of engaging exploration filled with collectibles and secret surprises. Dive into the review Donkey Kong Bananza Review - Enchanting Destruction for a full breakdown of this creative and stress-relieving game.


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Game info
- Official Name
- Drag x Drive
- Brief Summary
- Drag x Drive (pronounced “Drag and Drive”) challenges players to use the mouse controls with both Joy-Con 2 at the same time to intuitively steer, speed up, perform tricks and make plays such as dunks.
- Platforms
- Nintendo Switch 2
- Released
- August 14, 2025
- Genre
- Sport
- Play Modes
- Single player, Multiplayer
- Content Rating
- E
- Languages
- French
- Genre
- Nintendo EPD, Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 4
- Genre
- Nintendo



