Desert Race Adventures secures Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer

Black Smoke Studios and Firedrake Games have come through with a release date for Desert Race Adventures, their strategic rally adventure game. Nintendo Switch owners can pick up the title starting November 18, 2025.

Desert Race Adventures was previously confirmed for Nintendo Switch back in April. This is the first proper launch window we’ve had for the game.

If you need a refresher on what to expect, read the following overview:

Desert Race Adventures is a rally adventure game with a roguelike twist.

Race across Europe and Africa, manage your vehicle’s resources and crew. Each decision you make on the road will affect your run, so choose your strategy wisely.

Key Features

• Manage your crew and resources: From selecting your team members to managing your vehicle’s resources, every decision impacts your journey. Carefully allocate your food, fuel, and spare parts to sustain your team and maintain your vehicle.
• Sh*t happens on the road: Event encounters can either propel you forward or set you back. Choose your course of action wisely!
• Retro-inspired visuals: Drive into the beautifully crafted, retro-inspired world. It’s a pixel-perfect combo of retro visuals and modern gameplay.
• Race and race again: With multiple strategies and pilot combos to explore, and the unpredictable nature of the event system… every run will be a unique adventure!

Watch a new release date trailer for Desert Race Adventures below.

Release Date Trailer

The game will be sold digitally for $4.99 with a 20 percent discount during the first week. Access more on Nintendo Switch here.