A raw datamine from the final closed‑beta now confirms that Crazy Taxi: World Tour will launch on Nintendo Switch 2, adding dynamic day‑time cycles and a fresh roster of customization options.
Nintendo Switch 2 Eyesight
The leak, shared by user Star Wyse, points to a dedicated Switch 2 icon and support for both the Switch 1 Joy‑Cons and Pro Controller, even though the beta exclusively tested on the newer console. This marks a clear shift from the previous release, which ran on the original Switch.
Shifting Hours on Open‑World Streets
Players can now select a lighting mode for each map—West Coast and Germany from the beta stage—choosing either dawn, dusk, or letting the engine randomise. This dynamic time of day adds a new layer of strategy to the highway chaos.
Body‑Style Freedom and Combat Features
The update shows a menu where players may swap taxi bodies, decals, and accessories, moving past the classic yellow cab. In addition, the new Cops ‘N Cabbies mode unleashes spike traps from the police, forcing speedy drivers to anticipate sudden obstacles.
Classic Controls, Nostalgic Faces
Backup from the datamine suggests the original control scheme will return, letting riders toggle drive and reverse manually. Classic characters Axel, Gena, B.D. Joe, and Gus appear, backed by two returns from Crazy Taxi 2—Iceman and Slash—who were absent from the late beta.
What’s Next for the 2027 Launch
With Switch 2 support, dynamic lighting, and character returns now public, Crazy Taxi: World Tour is aligning itself for a 2027 release that promises sharper gameplay and expanded customization. The datamine also confirms support for Switch 1 controllers, hinting at a broader audience reach. Fans now know the core elements that will shape the open‑world taxi raps‑and‑roars coming next year.
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