Open Drive is an innovative mobile racing experience that transcends traditional gaming boundaries, now available in early access on Android. Developed collaboratively by SpecialEffect—a charity dedicated to making gaming accessible for players with physical disabilities—and Sun & Moon Studios, this game prioritizes inclusivity.
What Makes Open Drive Unique?
The game offers adaptive controls tailored to individual needs—whether you prefer touch, keyboard and mouse, switch access, or controllers. Its groundbreaking accessibility features include mobile-specific eye gaze controls, allowing players to steer simply by looking left or right using compatible eye-tracking cameras.
This represents a major accessibility breakthrough, particularly empowering gamers with limited mobility who struggle with conventional input methods. Players can explore all four diverse open-world environments: Stunt, Speed, Snow, and Meadow.
The gameplay accommodates various playstyles—from casual driving and orb collection to competitive high-score chasing and performing daring jumps with specialized vehicles (Roadster, Trickster, or Speedster). Speed adjustments ensure personalized gameplay experiences. Watch the early access reveal trailers below.
Open Drive Early Access Availability
The game intelligently adapts to your preferred control method in real-time, with full Android Switch Access support. Players can choose from multiple input configurations:
- Touch controls offering 'Precise' and 'Classic' steering modes
- Customizable Switch Access setups
- Mouse and keyboard support
- Gamepad/controller compatibility
While eye control functionality remains in development, the early access version is currently available on Google Play Store ahead of its full free release later this summer.
For those exploring innovative gaming experiences, consider reading our coverage of Auroria: A Playful Journey—an Android RPG shooter drawing inspiration from No Man's Sky.
