And being Mario Kart-like isn't a bad thing, nor is being built by ex Mario Kart developers. And in the new trailer showcasing the game's Switch and PC release, it's easy to see a massive resemblance, but it's the flying on the back of your witch friend that really stands out here.

GENSOU SkyDrift will be hitting the aforementioned platforms this December 12, with a PlayStation 4 release planned for early 2020. Developed by illuCalab and published by UNTIES (which is a label under Sony Music Japan), the game features unique tag-team racing where players can switch roles on-the-fly through courses. Here's the official line:

Race through the beautiful and magical land of Gensokyo at break-neck speeds in a kart racer where your partner is your vehicle. Choose two racers from a roster of 20 magic-infused characters, each with their own driver handling stats and set of power ups, and swap between them on the fly. One racer steers the other, and swapping positions enables dynamic mid-match strategy changes.

Speed through more than 15 breathtaking stages to pulse-pounding music. Navigate through hoops scattered across the tracks to gain temporary boosts and charge racers’ mana. Unleash havoc on opposing teams by drawing devastating spells from character-specific decks of offensive and defensive abilities.

Test your skills in Story, Versus, and Time Attack modes or compete against up to seven friends in online multiplayer matches. GENSOU SkyDrift’s pool of characters are pulled from the beloved and long-running Touhou Project in a fan-made entry allowing old hands and newcomers alike to see the girls like never before—flying on one another’s backs.

It's all very Japanese, and looks to be a lot of fun. Watch the trailer embedded below.