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Nintendo to Host Drag x Drive Global Jam Free Trial Ahead of August 14 Release

The free Global Jam preview will let subscription holders try the Joy-Con 2 wheelchair basketball controls in three 3v3 sessions on August 9–10.

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Overview

  • The trial event is available exclusively to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers.
  • Three sessions are scheduled for August 9 at 3–7 a.m. PT (11 a.m.–3 p.m. UK) and 5–9 p.m. PT (1–5 a.m. UK) and August 10 at 9 a.m.–1 p.m. PT (5–9 p.m. UK).
  • Drag x Drive will go on sale as a $20/£17 digital-only title on the Switch 2 eShop on August 14.
  • The wheelchair-basketball game leverages Joy-Con 2’s mouse controls for simulating movement and throwing in strictly 3v3 online matches.
  • Nintendo has not announced any solo modes or alternative team formats beyond the core multiplayer setup.