JDM: Japanese Drift Master News

We’re back from Gamescom 2024! Reflecting on our time there, we’re excited to share just how incredible the event was. For the first time, JDM: Japanese Drift Master was showcased at such a prestigious occasion, and we couldn’t be happier with how it all turned out. Enjoy this brief recap of our experience at Gamescom!



Our booth was open throughout the entire event, designed to immerse visitors in the world of JDM. We highlighted the game’s manga-inspired art, offered hands-on gameplay with multiple PCs and simulators, and, of course, showcased what the game is all about - cars. The Mazda RX-7 was a standout attraction, drawing in car enthusiasts who loved getting a taste of the game.

[h3]Check out the highlights video from our time at Gamescom:[/h3]

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We want to extend our deepest thanks to everyone who visited our booth and played JDM: Japanese Drift Master during Gamescom. Your enthusiasm and support truly made the event special for us. A big shoutout to all the media representatives who took the time to show interest in our game and meet with us—we appreciate your coverage and are grateful for the opportunity to share our passion with a wider audience.


It was incredible to be part of an event where we could connect with people who have been following our project. Hearing feedback and kind words from passionate gamers who believe in our vision meant the world to us. We’re more motivated than ever to continue creating a game driven by true passion, and we can’t wait to share the full version with you.

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

We’d love for you to join the JDM community on our Discord server! Add JDM: Japanese Drift Master to your Steam wishlist, and don’t forget - the free-to-play prologue, JDM: Rise of the Scorpion, is available now. Hone your drift skills and be ready to put them to the test in the full game when it launches.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1364930/JDM_Rise_of_the_Scorpion/

Let’s Drift,
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We have some amazing news to share with you. We are very happy to announce that we have signed a licensing agreement with the legendary car brand Nissan! Thanks to this cooperation, iconic models of this brand will appear in our game, which we are sure you will like.



Nissanis a brand that has been synonymous with innovation, reliability and passion for motoring for years. Their cars, from sporty models to classic bestsellers, have captured the hearts of drivers around the world. Now, thanks to our partnership, you can experience this automotive magic in the world of JDM.

The agreement with Nissan is another step in our strategy to bring you the richest and most authentic automotive experience possible. But that's not all! We are already working on further partnerships with other well-known car brands to expand the JDM world even further.

We invite you to follow our social channels and add JDM: Japanese Drift Master to your Steam wishlist so you don't miss any news. You can already check out the free JDM prologue, JDM: Rise of the Scorpion, which is a unique introduction to the world we created. Don't forget to join our Discord, where you can chat with other fans and participate in various contests and giveaways.

Finally, we would like to thank you for your support and enthusiasm, which motivates us to continue developing and improving our game. Soon you will be able to try out Nissan cars in the game and see what a fantastic driving experience they provide. See you on the road!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1153410/JDM_Japanese_Drift_Master/
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1364930/JDM_Rise_of_the_Scorpion/


Let’s Drift!
Gaming Factory

We are happy to announce that we are attending Gamescom 2024! Gamescom, one of the largest gaming events in the world, is held annually in Cologne, Germany and attracts millions of gaming fans and industry professionals.



From August 21 to 25, you will find us at hall 10.1, booth A070, where you will be able to:

• Play JDM on a simulator rig: Three full sim-rigs (wheels, pedals, gearbox, handbrake) will be at your disposal for the entirety of the event. Additionally, 8 gaming stations hooked up with gamepads will be at your disposal.
  
• Meet the team: Swing by to say hi, share your feedback, praises, and concerns alike, with us directly. We are there for you, so don’t hesitate to approach us.
  
• Photo Wall: Want that Instagram moment? We got you! Capture your moments at a unique photo wall.
  
• Get Exclusive Merchandise: We will have special JDM-related souvenirs and gadgets for you to enjoy and collect.
  

And that's not all! This is a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of JDM and see what we have prepared for you. We look forward to seeing you at Gamescom and sharing exciting moments together!



Save the dates in your calendar and visit us in hall 10.1, booth A070! We can't wait to see you and share our passion for racing and drifting together.

If you can't make it to this year's event in Germany, we encourage you to play the free prologue of JDM: Rise od the Scorpion at home! We are looking forward to your feedback and suggestions, which will surely help us improve JDM even more. Visit our Discorda and follow us on social mediato stay up to date. See you!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1153410/JDM_Japanese_Drift_Master/
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1364930/JDM_Rise_of_the_Scorpion/


Let’s Drift!
Gaming Factory

JDM: Rise Of The Scorpion is a free prologue for JDM: Japanese Drift Master, a racing game about - who could guess - drift racing in Japan. It's got an open world set in rural towns to burn rubber around as well as several story missions to play. You can download it from Steam now.

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We’re absolutely thrilled by the incredible response to the release of JDM: Rise of the Scorpion! A huge thank you to everyone who played the prologue and shared their thoughts and suggestions. Your feedback is invaluable as we work to resolve the issues and bugs you’ve encountered.


[h2]DRIVING ASSISTS[/h2]
Since the demo, we’ve expanded the amount of driving assist options available to you. Some of them are now disabled when launching the game for the first time, so we’ve put together some essential information on what they do and what we recommend. While certain parameters may seem complex, our goal is to help you fine-tune your experience to best suit your style.

• ABS - Enhances braking and helps to maintain control during turns. Recommended to keep ‘ON’ for improved driving stability.
  
• TCS - Prevents wheel skidding. Turn ‘OFF’ when drifting for better skid control.
  
• ESP - Helps to prevent loss of vehicle control. Recommended ‘OFF’ unless you’re roaming the open world or in situations where you want the car to keep steady on the track at all costs.
  
• Gearbox - Adjusts the gearbox control type. Modify according to your driving preference.
  
• Gamepad & Keyboard assist - Limits the car’s front axle twisting, making it easier to control via gamepad and keyboard. Turn ‘ON’ for gamepads and keyboard, and ‘OFF’ when using a steering wheel.
  

[h2]CRASHES[/h2]
If you get an error on launch, in which OPENXR is mentioned, please do the following: remove the openxr_loader.dll file

You can find the file in the following folder: ProgramFiles(x86) > Steam > SteamApps > Common > JDMrots > Engine > Binaries > ThirdParty > OpenXR

[h2]PERFORMANCE ISSUES[/h2]
We're looking into performance issues some of you have been reporting; If you meet the game's requirements and experience low performance, please reach out to us at: [email protected]. In the email please provide more information on your hardware specs, information on your in-game graphical settings, and information if the issues persist at all times or are only present in certain situations or locations. Also, please include a dxdiag file.

How to obtain a dxdiag file:

• Press the windows button on your keyboard
  
• Type dxdiag and hit enter
  
• Wait for the diagnostic tool to gather data and press save all information
  
• Attach the created .txt file to the email
  

We need as much information as possible to understand where the issue is coming from and create a fix.

[h2]STUTTERING ISSUE[/h2]
Our observations show some AMD CPUs (most observed in the 5000 series) have a stuttering issue in JDM, which is caused by their PBO (Precision Boost Overdrive) function. If you use such a CPU, and you're experiencing frame stuttering/lag - turning that function off could help reduce or even get rid of the problem entirely.

If you're using AMD Adrenalin software you should turn off this function from automatically triggering, and additionally, you can also turn it off in BIOS:

To turn it off.
BIOS: Settings --> AMD OverClocking --> Precision Boost Overdrive
[h2]STEERING WHEEL SETTINGS[/h2]
We’ve also prepared a short video tutorial on how to customize keybindings for your hardware. Please watch it if you’re having trouble setting up your steering wheel.

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If you continue to experience issues after customizing keybindings, please send us your Saved/Config folder.

You can find this folder here: Main computer > System > Users > USER > AppData > Local > JDM > Saved > Config

Email the folder to: [email protected].


[h2]REPORT BUGS AND ISSUES[/h2]
If you encounter any problems related to controls, settings, or performance, please reach out to us. While we may not be able to address every issue immediately, gathering your feedback helps us prioritize fixes more effectively. You can contact us through the Discord server, post in the appropriate thread on the Steam Discussion Forums or via email: [email protected].

[h2]DISCORD[/h2]
For additional feedback or suggestions, join our JDM Discord server, where our team is ready to assist with any issues. Also, don’t forget to participate in our survey, which will help us improve the prologue with upcoming patches and make the full version of JDM even better.

JDM: Japanese Drift Master is set to premiere this fall. Add it to your Steam wishlist to stay updated on all announcements and updates.


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


Let’s Drift!
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