Drag x Drive (2025) · Tastebuds

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.

Sport Action basketball team-based dual mouse controls joycon2 mouse controlledNintendo Switch 2

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Plot-driven, contemporary, warm and spare.

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WellPlayedAug 20258/10
Drag x Drive offers engaging, fast-paced sports action with a reasonable assortment of single-player challenges in addition to online matches. The control scheme, while imperfect, is better than expected, although the ergonomics leave something to be desired. While the game might have benefited from a bit more content, there's plenty of fun to be had.
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TheGamerJade KingAug 20253.5/5 stars
Drag x Drive isn’t destined to be the next big Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, but it remains one hell of a compelling case for its underused mouse controls and is a truly original sports title.
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Nintendo LifePJ O'ReillyAug 20257/10
Drag x Drive may lack options with regards to online modes, and its controls take a bit of getting used to. However, if you can give up some time to engaging with this one, if you can get past the barriers in terms of controls and the early frustrations as you find your rhythm, you'll be rewarded with a unique and very well-made sports game that deserves to find an audience of dedicated fans. Add in some pals, and you've got a solid bit of fun for the price.
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GfinityAlister KennedyAug 20253/10
Drag x Drive, Nintendo's new motion-controlled sports game for the Switch 2, attempts to innovate with a unique take on futuristic wheelchair basketball but ultimately falls short. Despite solid online multiplayer, the repetitive gameplay and finicky mouse controls prevent it from becoming a compelling experience. Lacking a strong story mode and distinct character, it feels like an undercooked concept that fails to capture the classic Nintendo charm.
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Game RantDalton CooperAug 20255/10
Drag x Drive is a barebones sports game that makes great use of the Switch 2's mouse controls.
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About the game

Platforms: Nintendo Switch 2
Developer: Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 5
Publisher: Nintendo
Released: August 14, 2025
Modes: Single player, Multiplayer
Perspective: Third person

IGDB rating 7.5/10 from 3 ratings.

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