JDM: Japanese Drift Master News

[p][/p][p]We’re happy to announce that a second expansion is coming to JDM: Japanese Drift Master called American Classics.[/p][p][/p][p]Similar to the previously released DLC Made in USA, the American Classics expansion will bring six new, unlicensed, American cars to the game. [/p][p]Today, we showcase two of those cars, with more to be presented closer to the DLC’s scheduled release date in Q2 2026:[/p]

• [p]The Ironvale Hauler F84[/p]
• [p]The Roebuck Striker[/p]

[p]Please, check out the new cars in action in our latest trailer:[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]The remaining cars included in the DLC:[/p]

• [p]Roebuck Jetstream (1959)[/p]
• [p]Roebuck Reaver (1969)[/p]
• [p]Roebuck Reaver (2024) [/p]
• [p]Ironvale Stallion (2024) [/p]

[p]The American Classics DLC will be available on all platforms simultaneously.[/p][p][/p][p]You can now Wishlist the American Classics DLC on Steam:[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]
Future Plans[/p][hr][/hr][p]The second DLC for the game is the first of big announcements we have planned for Q2 2026. The new expansion will be followed by some of the most requested features from JDM’s community: the Online Multiplayer and the Car Livery System. We will also be adding new JDM cars for free for all of our players. [/p][p][/p][p]We are committed to bringing all of these novelties in the second quarter of this year, with more information scheduled to be released soon. [/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]You can learn a little more about our plans from our previous devlog, here >> [/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]As always, you can find us and the community gathered around the game on our Discord channel. Feel free to drop in any time and join the discussions!

[/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 - UPCOMING GAMES[/h3][p][/p][p]Gaming Factory is not only a developer but also a publisher of indie games. We’re rapidly approaching the release date of Pizza Slice, a one of a kind restaurant simulator game, in which you need to manage the whole process of running a pizzeria: from buying ingredients to serving them to customers.[/p][p][/p][p]Pizza Slice will release on Steam, March 13![/p][p]
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[p]We’ve just launched a Steam Sale for JDM: Japanese Drift Master. Beginning today, February 18, until March 4 you can grab the game with a 40% discount. [/p][p][/p][p]Alongside the base game, we are also discounting the Made in USA DLC by 20%. [/p][p]The DLC introduces six new, un-licensed American muscle cars to the game. After purchase you will find the cars available at the Car Dealer in-game. [/p][p][/p][p]As well as the Supporter Pack, which will be 10% off. [/p][p]In the supporter pack you will find, among others, a high-res world map, the full English manga from the game and the OST (limited to the tracks we could share under our licenses with the artists).[/p][p][/p][h3]What’s next for JDM?[/h3][hr][/hr][p]The game is out now on console for both Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5.[/p][p]We’ve recently published our updated roadmap for the upcoming months. For details check this devlog >> [/p][p]
[/p][p]Long story short, in Q2 2026 we are planning to release a new paid DLC, some additional free JDM cars, the multiplayer update and the expansion to the Paint Shop adding a livery system to the game. [/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]So, what are you waiting for? Grab your copy of JDM and additional goodies while the sale lasts! [/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 - UPCOMING RELEASES[/h3][p][/p][p]We're not only a developer but also a publisher.
Please check out Pizza Slice, launching on Steam on March 4![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

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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]