JDM: Japanese Drift Master News

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[/p][p]The first big milestone of the year is behind us - JDM has successfully launched on PlayStation 5! Thank you for supporting the game on the new platform through either purchases or just by spreading the word about the game - this really means a lot to us! [/p][p][/p][p]With JDM now being on almost all major platforms (looking at you Nintendo Switch 2) it’s time to again refocus more on content. Here’s our new, very brief roadmap for the upcoming months:[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]DLC 2[/h3][hr][/hr][p]The next big thing for us will be a new DLC focused around cars. Similarly to the “Made in USA” DLC it will introduce a few new vehicles to the game for a low price - buying this expansion is the best way to support us as a studio.[/p][p]Shortly after the DLC 2 launch, we will bring some new, free JDM cars as a ‘thank you’ to our supportive community.[/p][p]Both the free additions and the DLC will come to all platforms. We will have more details for you soon.[/p][p][/p][h3]Multiplayer[/h3][hr][/hr][p]The long awaited multiplayer component will come next. It’s been in heavy development for weeks now and it is progressing nicely. It is still too early to share details but we’re aiming at a Q2 release for all platforms.[/p][p]Jumping ahead of a few questions here - please be a little patient - we will be disclosing game modes and technical aspects of the multiplayer in a separate communication dedicated solely for it. We know you’re itching for the details but we are not yet ready to discuss them. [/p][p][/p][h3]Liveries[/h3][hr][/hr][p]Yes, we know it’s taking forever to bring this to the game and we’re really sorry for that. Making sure this feature will not negatively impact the game’s performance we decided to give ourselves even more time to work on it. We are committed to bringing the livery / sticker system to the game in Q2 this year but it will probably be the last big update mentioned in the new roadmap. [/p][p][/p][h3]Steering Wheel support for console players[/h3][hr][/hr][p]We’re constantly looking into bringing the wheel support to consoles.[/p][p]The process will begin with adding Logitech and Thrustmaster support for PlayStation 5. This should happen in the upcoming days.[/p][p]We’re also actively looking into adding wheel support to Xbox.[/p][p][/p][p]Because this is all happening now, expect more concrete news coming without a bigger heads-up. Once we have something done and it’s ready to deploy we will do so almost immediately. To remain informed we highly recommend console players to join our Discord server and follow our social media. [/p][p]
[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]By now, you all know how we work - we try to push as many features and updates as quickly as it is humanly possible for our small team. There may be some smaller changes and fixes coming along the way but their implementation will come based on our availability to distract from the big tasks to look into other things.[/p][p]Please note that we read through your comments, suggestions, ideas and critique - we think we have a good idea of what you want, including requests that have not been mentioned in this devlog by name, and we’re doing our best to make all of that happen.[/p][p][/p][p]Let’s Drift![/p][p]The Gaming Factory Team[/p]

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[/p][p]It’s time to sit on a couch with a Dual Sense in hand and enter the world of Guntama! We’re thrilled about this release as we were on the day the game first came out on PC! It’s equally nerve wracking as it is exciting! We’ve pushed our efforts into overdrive to bring you the most smooth experience yet and we hope you enjoy your stay in Guntama on PlayStation 5.[/p][p][/p][p]To celebrate the release, we have a fresh trailer ready for you, enjoy![/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][h3]
Release details:[/h3][hr][/hr]

• [p]JDM: Japanese Drift Master is available to purchase for 34,99 USD and offers the full experience available today on Steam and Xbox, including all of the free content additions and updates.[/p]
• [p]JDM: Japanese Drift Master: Made in USA DLC - is also available Day One for 5,99 USD. The DLC introduces six American, non-licensed Muscle Cars to the game. [/p]

[p][/p][p]Please note, that the game does NOT SUPPORT steering wheels on launch![/p][p]However, shortly after the game launches we will add limited support for select Logitech and Thrustmaster wheels - more details to follow in the days to come. [/p][p][/p][h3]Performance on PS5[/h3][hr][/hr][p]If you’ve missed the video from last week’s blog - we’ve prepared a performance test for JDM on a regular PS5 in both Performance and Quality modes. If you’re unsure how well the game runs, you can look no further: [/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][hr][/hr][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]If you’ve got any questions find us on our DISCORD server and ask directly.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]See you on PlayStation fellow Drifters![/p][p]The Gaming Factory Team[/p]

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[/p][p]We’re beyond excited for the upcoming release of JDM on PlayStation 5. It’s only a week until you can sit comfortably in front of your TVs and enjoy some quality drifting through Guntama![/p][p][/p][p]We’ve prepared a neat infographic when you can expect the launch to take place across the globe:[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Performance Test[/h3][hr][/hr][p]We’re sure you are all wondering how the game performs on PS5, so here’s an internal test we did yesterday:[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]The game was captured directly from a regular PS5 and covers both the performance, as well as quality modes.[/p]

• [p]The performance mode runs in 60 FPS, with a slightly higher upscaler value, with a few visual settings toned down to perform stable. [/p]
• [p]The quality mode is set to run in 30 FPS with better overall lighting and shadows, more foliage being rendered on screen and a few more settings ramped up for overall better visual fidelity. [/p]

[p][/p][h3]Game Content on launch[/h3][hr][/hr][p]The game will be released with the same content that is available today on Xbox and PC. This includes all of the patches and updates, as well as the added game modes and cars.[/p][p][/p][p]The Made in USA DLC will also be available, for its regular price of 5,99 USD.[/p][p][/p][p]Please note that the game will not support steering wheels on launch for PS5. [/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]JDM: Japanese Drift Master launches on PlayStation 5 February 6 with a price tag of 34,99 USD.[/p][p]
Have questions? Ideas? Feedback? Or you just want to talk to other drifting and racing enthusiasts? Join the discussions at our Discord server![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Let’s Drift on PS5![/p][p]The Gaming Factory Team[/p]

[p][/p][p]Ghost Keeper is a story-driven single player experience in which you control ghastly and monstrous minions to frighten and remove humans from what rightfully belongs to its demonic citizens. Visit distinct Victorian locations and use your tactical prowess to terrorize the people living there. Each minion that you control has a set of unique abilities that needs to be mindfully deployed to leverage success, but beware, not all humans are so defenseless - the Brotherhood of Light may be summoned to deal with your shenanigans. [/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Ghost Keeper mixes strategy and puzzle game elements with a reverse light-horror setting and a good dose of grotesque humor.[/p][p][/p][p]Game Features:[/p]

• [p]Take control of ghosts, demons, and monsters, use their unique abilities to defeat your enemies.[/p]
• [p]Fight the malicious Brotherhood, show the world who is the ultimate Keeper of fearful creatures.[/p]
• [p]Exploit varied strategies, there is never a single path to victory - the way you lead is entirely up to you.[/p]
• [p]Marvel at the Victorian era setting, locations, style and atmosphere that’ll captivate you on each subsequent level.[/p]
• [p]It is an ultimate scaring experience! Remember that only through fear, can you claim true power![/p]

[p][/p][h3]About Early Access[/h3][hr][/hr][p]Play through an engaging story in 6 unique locations which serve as complex and long missions, with a set of updating objectives that need to be completed to progress forward. A step-by-step tutorial will ease you into the ways of the Keeper as you learn how to best use the monsters’ skills over the environment and its human inhabitants. 
[/p][p]Completing the Early Access plot line will unlock a sandbox mode, in which you can deploy your ghastly minions to any of the previously visited locations and take full advantage of their skills as you try to outmaneuver those pesky humans! 
[/p][h3]Demo Available[/h3][hr][/hr][p]Want to try out the game first? A demo for Ghost Keeper is available - anyone can try it for free. It can be found on Steam, by following this link:[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Want to become a part of the community? Join Ghost Keeper’s Discord server:[/p][p][/p][p]Discord [/p][p]Thank you for taking the time and reading about Ghost Keeper, we hope you will give the game a chance![/p][p][/p][p]Claim Power Through Fear![/p][p]The Gaming Factory Team[/p][p]
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[p][/p][p]We know a lot of you and your friends have been waiting patiently for the PlayStation 5 version of JDM. Today, we’re happy to announce that we’ve committed to a release date.[/p][p][/p][h3]JDM: Japanese Drift Master will launch on PlayStation 5 February 6th, 2026![/h3][p][/p][p]Tell your gaming family and spread the word through your social media circles - we’re ready to host new players on Guntama streets! [/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]
JDM will release with all of the content available on PC and Xbox. This includes all of the additions implemented since the game’s launch on Steam in May 2025, among others with: the Photo Mode and the Landmarks activity; new cars including the Honda NSX NA1, Subaru Impreza GV STI, Nissan GTR R35 EBA and all of the unlicensed cars which have been added for free to the game - yes, that means the whole Akina family of cars as well. PlayStation 5 users will also be able to enjoy the recently added Eurobeat radio tracks, as well as a plethora of bug fixes, physics updates and other gameplay adjustments.[/p][p][/p][p]The game will be available on Sony’s console with a 34,99 USD price tag. [/p][p][/p][p]DLC: Made in USA[/p][p]On launch day, players will also have access to the JDM: Made in USA DLC, hosting six, unlicensed cars, paying homage to muscle cars and to the American unique drifting scene. The DLC will be sold for 5,99 USD.[/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]We encourage everyone to join our Discord server, where you can talk with us directly as well connect with the entirety of our ever-growing community.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]See you on Guntama Streets![/p][p][/p][p]Let’s Drift!
The Gaming Factory Team[/p]