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The Steam Awards 2025 are here!

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[/p][p]JDM: Japanese Drift Master has been out for a little over six months now. It’s been one hell of a ride with its ups and downs. Thousands upon thousands of feedback notes from the community, constructive criticism and words of praise and encouragement later we’re here to summarise the game’s achievements.[/p][p][/p][p]The one single game element, which our entire community seems to be at an agreement with is the quality and diversity of the soundtrack. From rock/metal, through hip-hop, J-Music into the more street racing genre defining radio stations like Phonk and Eurobeat - it seems everyone found something to vibe with while cornering that next touge serpentine. [/p][p]
This is why we kindly ask for your votes for the Best Soundtrack of 2025 at the Steam Awards.[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]Beginning today you can cast your vote for any eligible game on Steam in nine different categories: GOTY, Best Game on Steam Deck, Better with Friends, Outstanding Visual Style, Most Innovative Gameplay, Best Game You Suck At, Best Soundtrack, Outstanding Story-Rich Game and Sit Back and Relax.[/p][p][/p][p]Although we find the Best Soundtrack nomination as the most adequate for the game, feel free to nominate us in any of the categories. We assure you, every vote will be cherished deeply by our team![/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]If you want to talk about game music, JDM or cars in general, we have an ever-growing community of passionate people at our discord server. Feel free to join in the conversations today.[/p][p]
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GAMING FACTORY - UPCOMING RELEASES[/h3][p][/p][p]We're not only a developer but also a publisher. If you like JDM, 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! [/p][p]Thanks![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

JDM on Xbox consoles is Out Now!

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[/p][p]JDM: Japanese Drift Master is out now Xbox Series X|S! [/p][p][/p][p]Watch the trailer![/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]
Buy it on Xbox Store[/p][p][/p][p]Launching on consoles is a big thing for us. It has been six months since the PC release. In this time we have been continually expanding the game with new content: adding new cars, new features, making a lot of gameplay adjustments and solving countless bug reports, we even squeezed in a DLC in there! What we’re trying to say here - it has been a LOT of work. And all of that found its way to the Xbox version of the game![/p][p][/p][p]The struggle was well worth it though! We managed to gather a wonderful, dedicated community that’s not afraid to nitpick our work but also has the guts to share words of encouragement. We hope that the Xbox version will bring even more new players in, who will share their own experiences and soak in the beautiful and highly technical art of drift and the drifting culture in general. [/p][p][/p][p]Thank you all for your support! [/p][p][/p][p]PS. PlayStation owners - JDM: Japanese Drift Master will launch on PlayStation 5 in Q1 2026.[/p][p][/p][h3]What to expect for the Xbox version of the game?[/h3][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]As mentioned in the introduction - everything :) The Xbox port will be on par with the PC version, including the latest PC patches. [/p][p]The one difference is the support of steering wheels - the Xbox version of the game focuses solely on gamepads.[/p][p][/p][h3]Game Versions Available on Release [/h3][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]JDM: Japanese Drift Master (base game)[/p][p]Price: 34,99 USD[/p][p][/p][p]JDM: Made in USA (DLC)[/p][p]Price: 5,99 USD
Just released on PC, the Made in USA DLC introduces six, unlicensed muscle cars with additional tuning parts for them. The DLC will be available for additional purchase Day 01 on launch of the base game. [/p][p][/p][p]JDM Base Game + DLC Bundle[/p][p]Price: 36,49 USD[/p][p]For a full JDM experience, players will be able to purchase a bundle consisting of the base game and the DLC in one, cheaper package.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]As always, you can find us and the rest of our community on our Discord server.[/p][p]
[/p][p][/p][p]See you on Guntama streets Xbox fans![/p][p][/p][p]Let’s Drift[/p][p]Gaming Factory Team[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]GAMING FACTORY - UPCOMING RELEASES[/h3][p][/p][p]We're not only a developer but also a publisher. If you like JDM, 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! [/p][p]Thanks![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

JDM to launch on Xbox consoles next week!

[p]Xbox owners, your wait is almost over! Today we have launched the Pre-Order store page for JDM: Japanese Drift Master. You can grab the game now for 34,99 USD.[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][h3]BUY JDM FOR XBOX[/h3][p][/p][p]For those who will buy the game early in the Pre-Order week, we have a bonus reward: the Akina Phantom, an unlicensed RWD car, which should be familiar for a lot of JDM fans out there.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]JDM: Made in USA for Xbox[/h3][hr][/hr][p]The recently launched Made in USA DLC for PC will be available for Xbox owners on base game release. [/p][p]The Made in USA DLC brings six unique muscle cars to the game, alongside exclusive tuning parts for them. [/p][p]The DLC will launch with a MSRP of 5,99 USD.[/p][p][/p][p]For players who want to experience everything JDM has to offer, we’ve prepared a special bundle containing the base game and the DLC for 36,49 USD. The bundle will be available November 21.[/p][p][/p][h3]The PC version[/h3][hr][/hr][p]As a reminder - we are currently running the highest discount ever for JDM: Japanese Drift Master. You can get the game for as low as -35% on Steam. The offer ends November 20. [/p][p][/p][p]We’ve also just released the JDM: Made in USA DLC, which will remain on a launch discount until November 20. Buy it today and experience driving muscle cars on the tight Guntama roads![/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]Want to learn more or discuss the game? Join our community on our Discord server![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Do you prefer more traditional social media? Join our Reddit channel.[/p][p][/p][p]Let’s Drift[/p][p]The Gaming Factory Team[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]GAMING FACTORY - OUT NOW[/h3][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]GAMING FACTORY - UPCOMING RELEASES[/h3][p][/p][p]We're not only a developer but also a publisher. If you like JDM, 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! [/p][p][/p][p]Thanks![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

Patch 1.8.1

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[/p][p]There's been a lot going for us recently with the launch of our first ever DLC and the upcoming release of JDM on Xbox, but we’re definitely not forgetting about the base game. [/p][p][/p][p]Today, we bring some very much needed bug fixes, so without further ado let’s go over the patch notes.[/p][p][/p][h2]Patch Notes[/h2][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Cars[/h3]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where the Nissan GTR R35 EBA was inaccessible through the Car Dealer. [/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue with the Nissan GTR R35 EBA’s distance travelled tracker which showed a static number.[/p][p][/p]
[h3]Gameplay[/h3]
  • [p]Fixed an invisible collision on one of the parking lots in the Open World.[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue with Underground Race Side Missions which could spawn the player at a random position on the map, after starting the event. [/p][p][/p]
[h3]Campaign Events[/h3]
  • [p]Fixed an issue that occurred on select Tiger’s Side Story missions where crossing the time limit for the event would be considered as an event success.[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue during Mission 07 of the Tiger’s Side Event Campaign where the player would be spawned in the wrong location after completing the event.[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue during Mission 08 of the Tiger’s Side Event Campaign where restarting the event would trigger an “Out of Bounds” game notification.[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue during Mission 07 of the Honey Badger’s Side Event Campaign where the game would incorrectly spawn Touma as the driver.[/p]
[hr][/hr][p][/p][p]As you read this, the patch is already live, so please update your game.[/p][p]For the latest news on JDM and an awesome JDM oriented community head to our Discord server.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]PS. If you don’t own the base game or you’re thinking about grabbing the Made in USA DLC - they are both on sale until November 20.[/p][p][/p][p]Let’s Drift![/p][p]The Gaming Factory Team[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][hr][/hr][h3]
GAMING FACTORY - OUT NOW[/h3][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]GAMING FACTORY - UPCOMING RELEASES[/h3][p][/p][p]We're not only a developer but also a publisher. If you like JDM, 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! [/p][p][/p][p]Thanks![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

Here they are - the best snaps of Photo Mode contest vol. 4

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[p][/p][p]Attention, photographers! The fourth round of our Photo Mode contest has ended, and we’re excited to reveal the next three winners whose amazing shots received the most votes, in line with the contest rules.[/p][p]Their stunning images will soon be featured in JDM: Japanese Drift Master as new loading screen backgrounds. As a token of recognition, the creators will also be granted a special role on our Discord, celebrating their contribution to our vibrant community.[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]Once again, three winning screenshots will soon be added to JDM as loading screen backgrounds![/h3][p][/p][p]With the upcoming update, these three fan-favorite shots will be featured in-game, proudly bearing their creators’ names. It’s not just a victory - it’s a way to leave your mark on Guntama’s history forever. Gratz to the winners![/p][p][/p][h3]And now, without further ado - the winners![/h3][p]🏆 Niko[/p][p]🏆 ELee[/p][p]🏆 thomje[/p][p][/p][h2]Niko[/h2][p][/p][hr][/hr][h2]ELee[/h2][p][/p][hr][/hr][h2]thomje[/h2][p][/p][h3]Didn’t win this time? No worries, the next round starts now![/h3][p][/p][p]We'd like to remind you that the Photo Mode Contest is a recurring event, with three winners. So if you just missed out on winning this time, don't give up. Your new screenshots have a chance to win in future editions. Remember that the Contest takes place on our Discord server, so if you want to join in on the fun, first join our awesome drifting community. We can’t wait to see your amazing snaps! [/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Just a friendly reminder - the contest rules:[/h3][p][/p][p]1. Use the Photo Mode feature to take a stunning shot of your car in the beautiful surroundings. You can find your screenshots saved in the JDM game folder (right click on the game in your library > Properties > Installed Files > click the Browse button; then JDM folder > Photos)[/p][p]2. Remember to snap your scenes in a 2k resolution (2560x1440 px) .PNG format, without(!) game logo overlay, and a 16:9 ratio.[/p][p]3. Head over to our Discord server, where you'll find a #Creative-hub channel - this is where you can post your awesome shots[/p][p]4. Both our team and all Discord members can vote for their favorite works by leaving a "📸" reaction under them.[/p][p]5. This is an ongoing competition, where each month we will select three new winners - based on exactly the same rule[/p][p][/p][p]JDM: Japanese Drift Master has always been a true passion project for us. We're committed to crafting the best racing experience possible - and to do that, we need your input and support. Join us on our Discord server and help shape the future of the game with your feedback![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]JDM: Made in USA is available now with a special -10% discount![/h3][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]See you on Guntama roads, artists![/p][p] [/p][p]Let’s Drift![/p][p]The Gaming Factory Team[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][hr][/hr][h3]GAMING FACTORY - UPCOMING RELEASES[/h3][p]We're not only a developer but also a publisher. If you like JDM, 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! [/p][p]Thanks![/p][p] [/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]