Gaming Factory announced open-world racing game JDM: Japanese Drift Master is coming to PC via Steam, GOG, and Epic Games Store in spring 2025. A free demo is available now on PC, giving players access to the game’s prologue.
The latest trailer for JDM: Japanese Drift Master gives a sneak peek of the new Ichikara location, inspired by Tokyo’s modern districts. Players will race through streets packed with neon lights, towering billboards, and vast skyscrapers in events set during day and night. Drift and car enthusiasts can also expect references to legendary movie locations.
Here’s an overview of the game’s key features, via Gaming Factory:
Unique story
Immerse yourself in an engaging narrative presented through hand-drawn manga pages and follow the story of a foreign driver trying to make a name for himself on the streets of Japan. Over 40 story-oriented challenges await you, alongside dozens more side quests that will keep you immersed in the world of JDM.
Huge world
Explore a vast, open world, created from real-life locations scattered across Japan and mixed to create our fictional prefecture – Guntama – a true paradise for drift racing. With over 250 kilometers of main roads, featuring scenic vistas, challenging mountain passes, bustling city streets, and serene rural areas, you will have plenty of spots to hone your driving skills.
Licensed cars
Get behind the wheel of fully licensed cars from renowned brands like Nissan, Subaru, or Mazda. Each of the cars was fully scanned and meticulously modeled, and their engine sounds were recorded—all for an authentic and immersive driving experience.
Advanced tuning options
Customize and fine-tune your cars with a wide range of tuning options, from modifying car parts, to visual mods, unique paint jobs and even full mod kits, allowing for a truly personalized racing experience.
Variety racing events
Experience a diverse range of racing events that test your skills. From high-speed circuit races and intense drift challenges to time trials and special head-to-head battles and drag showdowns. Each event offers unique gameplay dynamics and opportunities to showcase your mastery behind the wheel.
