Nintendo Switch 2's Drag X Drive May Skip Local Multiplayer

Nintendo's upcoming game Drag x Drive, a 3v3 wheelchair basketball title for the Switch 2, has been confirmed to lack local multiplayer support. While the game will allow up to 12 players online, it can only be played by one user per console, meaning that traditional split-screen play is off the table. This revelation comes following the announcement of the game's release date and price, set to retail for £16.99 in the UK. Many fans are expressing disappointment over this limitation, as local multiplayer could have enhanced the gaming experience with friends and family. Drag x Drive utilizes the Switch 2's mouse functionality, enabling players to steer, speed up, perform tricks, and make plays, such as dunks.

No, Drag x Drive will only support online multiplayer for up to 12 players and will not offer local multiplayer options for split-screen gameplay.

Drag x Drive was initially revealed in April during a dedicated Switch 2 Direct presentation. This game aims to provide an engaging experience by combining the excitement of basketball with the innovative controls of the Switch 2. As gamers explore this first-of-its-kind title, expectations will be high for how well the controls and the online multiplayer aspects interact when it launches on August 14th.