JDM: Japanese Drift Master News

JDM: Japanese Drift Master joins Indie Assemble!

Ossu,

We’re excited to share that JDM: Japanese Drift Master is part of the first edition of Indie Assemble – a brand-new Steam event celebrating indie games from around the globe!

From May 5th to May 11th, you’ll find us featured alongside over 1,000 indie titles from 600+ studios across 63 countries. Whether you’re a fan of racing, action, horror, or simulation – Indie Assemble is all about putting unique ideas in the spotlight. And we’re proud to be one of them.

For us, Indie Assemble is not just another Steam event – it’s a chance to reach new players, showcase what makes JDM stand out, and keep building momentum ahead of our May 21st launch.

If you’re already part of our growing community, thank you. And if this is your first time hearing about JDM, welcome! You’ve just discovered an open-world drifting game inspired by Japan’s iconic car culture, built with passion by a small but dedicated team.

[h3]Don’t forget our Community Challenge![/h3]
We’re still racing toward our Community Challenge goals – and you can help! Simply follow JDM: Japanese Drift Master on Steam to take part. The more followers we gather, the more rewards we unlock for the whole community, including a chance to win a unique Dreamcore JDM PC case.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1153410/JDM_Japanese_Drift_Master/

Let’s Drift,
Gaming Factory

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[h3]GAMING FACTORY - UPCOMING RELEASES[/h3]
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Thanks!

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JDM: Japanese Drift Master Community Challenge!

Ossu!

With the release of JDM: Japanese Drift Master just three weeks away, we've got something to spice things up on this final stretch. Drifting and street racing are about pushing limits and chasing new challenges, and that is why we’re confident you’ll love what we’ve got in store. And so, we hereby invite you to...

[h2]JDM: Japanese Drift Master Community Challenge[/h2]

[h3]Join the community here »[/h3]

Unlock up to three special milestones, each offering exclusive launch-day discounts on JDM: Japanese Drift Master and interesting extra goodies! Will you and your fellow drifters manage to get them in time for May 21st? Spread the word among your friends, join our Steam community group and enjoy the prizes listed up above!

[h2]Join our Steam Community now at » [/h2]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1153410/JDM_Japanese_Drift_Master/

Let’s Drift,
Gaming Factory

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[h3]GAMING FACTORY - UPCOMING RELEASES[/h3]
We're not only a developer but also a publisher. If you like JDM, maybe take a look at what other titles we have gearing up for launch. Who knows, maybe you'll come to love them, as much as we do!
Thanks!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1385290/Pizza_Slice/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2708880/Ghost_Keeper/

JDM’s campaign and events!

Ossu!

If you’ve been following our devlogs, you know what to expect when JDM: Japanese Drift Master releases on May 21. However, there’s still one big question mark that we haven’t officially tackled and discussed in more detail - what’s the gameplay loop like? What to expect from a ‘minute-to-minute’ experience, which you will delve into on launch?

To best illustrate, here’s a fresh new RAW gameplay from the game, captured from the end of Chapter 01, where Touma faces off with Scorpion. We quickly clicked through the story pages to avoid bigger spoilers, but be warned - you will find a few of them in the footage below.

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[h2]Story Campaign[/h2]
You play as Touma, a Polish drifter, who comes to Japan to restart his life. With the help of a few friends, he gets up on his feet and starts to compete in local racing events, growing his reputation and building a name for himself. The story is told through a series of events/missions intertwined with manga pages.

You always start in the open world, riding out of your garage. The game will then mark the next Story event on your map, which will progress the narrative. When you drive to the spot, you will be able to interact with a marker and launch the next mission. The event will most often open up with a manga page (or a few) and then proceed to the race. After completion, you will be back in the open world, and a new marker will show up on your map.

Of course, you don’t need to push story events one after another, the whole game world is open for you from the moment you step out of your garage, so it’s up to you if you want to roam around Guntama in between the Main Story events.

[h2]Story Events[/h2]
During the campaign, you will take part in a plethora of events: some happening directly on the streets of Guntama, some on dedicated racing tracks (which you will also be able to visit from the open world at any time). You will compete in drifting events - where style points decide the winners, or in grip races, in which you have to cross the finish line first. Sometimes, you will need to be first AND race in the best style, so take notice of the win conditions during each event.

Story Events do not need to be connected to a race - without spoiling too much, let us only say that you will work for a sushi restaurant and you will be challenged by various characters to show off your skills. You will also make a few enemies on your journey, so expect chases to be part of the experience.

JDM: Japanese Drift Master is releasing May 21st. If you haven’t done so, please consider wishlisting and following the game, to never miss a beat (it also helps us out with visibility!), thanks!

Swing by our Discord channel to meet like-minded people and talk about the game, motorsports, drifting or anything else that interests you. The JDM team is also present and active on the channel, so if you have some direct questions for us, this is your best bet to reach us.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1153410/JDM_Japanese_Drift_Master/

Let’s Drift,
Gaming Factory

Honor Polish gamedev industry in the Steam’s Polish Constitution Days event!

Ossu!

It’s that time of year again – a moment to spotlight and celebrate the incredible creativity of Polish game developers! Steam’s Constitution Days Event kicks off on April 26th, bringing with it a wave of exclusive discounts, community-favorite titles, and hidden gems born in the gamedev studios of Poland.

[h2]Show your love for Polish game developers[/h2]
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From intense simulators and indie masterpieces to adrenaline-fueled racers like JDM: Japanese Drift Master, this is your chance to show support for the passionate creators behind Poland’s thriving game scene. Take advantage of time-limited discounts, browse awesome titles from our home country, and enrich your wishlist with new interesting titles!

Special events like this don’t happen every day — so mark your calendars and dive in before it’s gone!

[h2]Mark Your Calendars – Launching May 21st![/h2]
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The finish line is on the horizon!JDM: Japanese Drift Master drops on May 21st, so make sure to add it to your wishlist! Stay up to date by following us on Steam, and join our Discord community to drift into launch day with thousands of drivers from all around the world.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1153410/JDM_Japanese_Drift_Master/

Let’s Drift,
Gaming Factory

It’s time to assemble your perfect grip car!

Ossu!

In JDM: Japanese Drift Master , speed is of the utmost importance, however we all must know how to use it wisely. For example, when drifting, taking your foot off the gas can help you maintain better control or steer clear of obstacles. The same applies to mountain pass roads, where rushing too fast can cause you to veer off course.

However, there are cases where the highest possible speed is most desirable. Grip races are a perfect example – in these events, the only thing that matters is the time it takes to complete the track, so you need to extract every ounce of power from your car. And you know what? We are about to tell you exactly how to do that.

[h3]Check out the Grip Tuning Presentation video:[/h3]
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[h3]How to Tune a Grip Car?[/h3]
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Similar to the previous “Tuning Guide”, it’s worth noting that each driver has a unique playstyle and preferences, which is why we encourage you to experiment with various combinations and settings.

With that in mind, the following hints should be taken more as a suggestion than a ready-made recipe for success. However, this doesn’t mean we can’t rely on a few proven tricks! Luckily, among grip experts, there are tried-and-true techniques that can significantly improve your chances when facing off against other drivers. Let’s take a look!

Engine: In this step, there is no room for half-measures. We will need the best possible ECU, strong Intake and Exhaust, and the most powerful Internals you can afford. Same goes for the Boost - the more advanced, the better.
Suspension: We need it low and stable. Not only to enhance our car with an awesome, bold look, but also to ensure better grip on the road. You are sure to appreciate them, when you hit those impressive, near-top speeds. Aim for stiffer sway bars variants. Adjustable control arms are an option but are not necessary as they can do more harm than good in some setups.
Powertrain: Be sure to try out the dedicated, sport clutch. Just like with the control arms, an adjustable gearbox is not necessary, but you can play around with the gear ratios to better suit your preferences. On the other hand, an adjustable differential is recommended, but as a starting point the stock one will do the trick.
Brakes and Tires: Make no mistake, brakes are extremely important in grip races. Choose the best possible variant! When it comes to tires, we strive to achieve the best grip - this is the most important feature you should pay attention to.
Nitrous: Do we even need to say a word? 🔥😈

[h3]The new parts are just the beginning. Now it's time to fine-tune them all![/h3]
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Now that your dream car is equipped with top-of-the-line equipment, we can move on to setting things up. Keep in mind that perfecting your car’s setup doesn’t happen overnight, so don’t stress if things don’t click right away. Mastery comes with trial, error, and plenty of fine-tuning; however, we’re confident you’ll get there. And now, let’s cut to the chase and get to work, shall we?

Let’s start with height. Our goal with the up-and-down adjustment is to achieve a clean fit between the wheels and the arches. Try to find that one sweet spot to avoid both rubbing and an overly raised chassis. Next, stick to the “more tire - more traction” rule, and pick the widest possible rims and tires. Simple as that!

As for the turning range and, the standard one is completely sufficient. Last but not least - wheel alignment - you want to keep as much surface area of the tire on the road, so look for neutral camber values of around 0,0.

[h3]Ready to hit the gas?[/h3]
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We hope you had fun diving into the world of grip-focused tuning in JDM: Japanese Drift Master! Our aim is to strike the perfect balance between realism and ease-of-use so players of all levels can experience the excitement of building and fine-tuning their dream car. We simply can't wait to see your grip beasts on the road and hear the legends of your awesome racing deeds. Speed records - your time is over!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1153410/JDM_Japanese_Drift_Master/

If you have any questions about tuning mechanics in JDM, we encourage you to ask them in the comments or join our Discord, server, where our team is always excited to welcome new members to the community. Don’t forget to ‘Follow’ the game on Steam for the latest updates and announcements! The launch is almost here - see you on the streets of Guntama on May 21st, 2025!

Let’s Drift,
Gaming Factory