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JDM: Japanese Drift Master Announced For Spring 2025

JDM: Japanese Drift Master will bring a different kind of racing game to PC next year, as the team have confirmed it for Spring 2025



Article Summary

  • JDM: Japanese Drift Master to hit PC in Spring 2025, bringing Japan's iconic street racing to life.
  • Explore 250 km of open-world roads inspired by Honshu, with dynamic weather and day-night cycles.
  • Customize cars with Japanese styling, tune vehicles in the shop, and choose from brands like Mazda and Subaru.
  • Engage in over 40 narrative events, with manga-style storytelling and authentic car sounds enhancing realism.

Indie game developer and publisher Gaming Factory, along with co-publisher 4Divinity, have confirmed that JDM: Japanese Drift Master will be released next Spring. The game will challenge players with roads found in and based on areas in Japan, with made physics and a manga storyline, giving you a unique experience when it comes to racing and experiencing life as a professional driver. Enjoy the trailer and info here, as the game will be out sometime in Q2 2025.

JDM: Japanese Drift Master
Credit: 4Divinity

JDM: Japanese Drift Master

JDM: Japanese Drift Master combines realistic, carefully-tuned physics in a simcade experience that's as smooth on a controller as it is with sim racing hardware. Tackle hundreds of kilometers of open-world roads and uncover story-driven events and quests along the way. Hone your drifting skills, perfect grip races, take on challenges, and feel the thrill of authentic Japanese street racing. Experience the automotive culture of Japan and discover the roads where drifting was born.

Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Japan with the fictional prefecture of Guntama, inspired by the region of Honshu. With over 250 km of visually stunning main roads, you'll explore diverse landscapes featuring traffic, dynamic weather, and day-night cycle systems. Challenge your skills on winding mountain passes or drift through the city's bustling streets. The world of JDM would not be complete without a paint shop where you can personalize your car in a truly Japanese style. Head to the tuner shop to unlock the full potential of the cars you've acquired from the dealership. Choose from licensed vehicles, including iconic brands like Mazda, Nissan, and Subaru.

No matter what your favorite steering device is – gamepad, steering wheel, or keyboard – the simcade driving physics ensures an enjoyable experience. Hone your skills and dominate over a variety of events and subquests, including drift, grip, and drag races, as well as drift battles and more. Step into the shoes of a foreigner determined to make his mark on the Japanese drifting scene. Compete in 40+ narrative-driven events and additional sidequests against the top drifters in the area. Experience this journey through hand-drawn manga pages, which add a unique and artistic touch to the game. Experience authentic car sounds captured through original recordings and brought to life with attention to detail, making you feel like you're truly behind the wheel. Cruise along picturesque roads while tuning in to genre-themed radio stations, and choose the perfect soundtrack for your drive.


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