Desert Race Adventures (strategic rally adventure game) announced for Switch

Despite its title, Desert Race Adventures isn’t quite a racing game… at least, not in the traditional sense.

Developed by Firedrake Games and published by Black Smoke Studios, this game is better described as Oregon Trail meets Dakar Rally. It will launch this Summer on Nintendo Switch.

Here’s a short trailer showing what you can expect from this game:

And here’s some details and screenshots:

Set out on a race across Europe and Africa. Manage your team, vehicle and supplies strategically as you navigate the treacherous terrain. Each challenge on the road forces difficult decisions that impact your journey. Lead your pilot team to victory, and finish with a high score! Or try, fail, and try again…

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 strategically.

• 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!

Desert Race Adventures (Switch – eShop) does not have a release date yet.

Source: Black Smoke Studios PR (22/04/2025)