JDM: Japanese Drift Master News

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[/p][p]You know how we were promising to provide a livery system into the game? Cut down the loading times? Well, we did.[/p][p][/p][p]However.[/p][p][/p][p]The amount of modifications we had to do to the game’s engine was so vast that we’re unsure how big of an impact all of these will have on your game performance and experience. The sheer amount of possible PC setups makes it impossible to test out all of the potential issues this may generate. Which is why we’re asking for your help.[/p][p][/p][p]Today we’re opening a Public test Branch for JDM. We will be uploading a new build there with two new features:
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1. [p]The livery system. Accessible from the Paint Shop. You will now be able to apply stickers on your cars to further modify your car. There’s a max of 10 stickers you can put on one car - we cannot, in good faith, extend this number further as it brings down the game’s performance drastically and we don’t want to push the game’s specifications even higher. There’s still plenty of creativity available for you and we hope to see all of the awesome screenshots you will be sharing of your creations.
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2. [p]Drastically reduced loading times when restarting events. Yes, this was frustrating for us as well and we had to do something about this. Restarting a mission right now should be almost instantaneous. From now on you can start over and chase the perfect run without staring at your loading screen for ages..[/p]

[p][/p][p]We were testing these features day and night for the past few weeks, but we still feel that we need more information to push these changes publicly for everyone. So if you want to check them out in action (and help us along the way), access the Test Branch and let us know what your experience was! Fair warning, the game might crash on you. You may encounter bugs and (hopefully not) stability issues.[/p][p][/p][p]Because we consider both features as a Work in Progress, we would kindly ask for anyone who logs into the Test Branch to not record and share footage from it. We expect issues, sharing them publicly may give a wrong impression about the current, stable version of the game. Thank you for understanding! [/p][p][/p][h3]How to access the Public Test Branch?[/h3][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]Before you opt in, please make sure you read the guidelines below![/p][p][/p][p]1.[/p][p]You need to own the copy of the game.
[/p][p]2.[/p][p]First and foremost - backup your save files![/p][p]You will find your save files for JDM by following this path in your File Explorer: %localappdata%\\JDM\\Saved\\SaveGames (just paste the line into your file explorer and hit Enter). Please copy all of the save files into a different folder (ideally outside of the game folders, like to your desktop for instance)[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]3.[/p][p]Right click on JDM in your Steam Library Page and select “Properties”.[/p][p][/p][p]4.
Click on “Betas”[/p][p][/p][p]5.[/p][p]Provide the following key in the text box under “Private Betas” section of the pop-up screen.[/p][p][/p][h2]i5asgTA9wDN0QzJFmMQi[/h2][p][/p][p]6.[/p][p]Click ”Check Code”[/p][p][/p][p]7.[/p][p]Now you should receive a notification asking if you want to opt-in into the Test Branch. Click yes. You can also select the beta branch from the “Beta Participation” section of the Betas pop-up screen. [/p][p]8.[/p][p]Congratulations, you’re in! The game should automatically update at this point for you.

9.[/p][p]When the game is downloaded, you will be able to play on the Test Branch.[/p][p][/p][p]**[/p][p][/p][p]10.[/p][p]When you’re done testing. Repeat steps 3 and 4. In the “Betas” screen select NONE in the Beta Participation selection screen. This will bring you back to the default branch of the game that is publicly available for everyone.

11.[/p][p]When the game updates. Go to your save file folder - [/p][p]%localappdata%\\JDM\\Saved\\SaveGames[/p][p]and restore your pre-test save files that you’ve backed up in step 02. [/p][p]
12.[/p][p]You can now safely launch the game.[/p][p][/p][p]Attention! We do not take responsibility for lost save files. If you forget to make a backup of them, we cannot guarantee that coming back to the default branch of the game will not result in a permanent crash on start. You have been warned.[/p][p][/p][h3]How can you help?[/h3][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]Just play the game on the test branch and please let us know if you have experienced any problems. These include game crashes, loss of performance, game bugs, anything out of ordinary which feels like it was not supposed to happen.[/p][p][/p][p]You can reach out to us in various ways:[/p]

1. [p]Use the create report button on our Drift Hub webpage - FORM
   When selecting a subject, please choose the “Public Test Branch”.
   This is the most efficient and productive way you can share your experience with us.
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2. [p]Through a dedicated Topic on the Steam Discussion Forums - THREAD [/p]
3. [p]On our Discord server on a dedicated channel - DISCORD[/p]

[hr][/hr][p][/p][p]The test branch will be available between October 29 to November 3.[/p][p][/p][p]Your feedback will determine if the update is actually ready to be released for all drift enthusiasts who bought the game. [/p][p][/p][p]We really appreciate your help and support. Have fun testing![/p][p][/p][p]Let’s Drift![/p][p]The Gaming Factory Team[/p]

[p][/p][p]We promised you a surprise and here it is - we’ve partnered up with Hyundai Motor to bring their INSTEROID concept car directly to the game! [/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]The INSTEROID is a cutting-edge electric concept vehicle, which perfectly blends the digital gaming culture with motorsports. What makes it truly exciting is that it’s designed specifically for drifting. An everyday drive car modified into a vehicle taken straight from a cyberpunk setting, with animated plates inside and outside of the car, it is a fun and interesting addition to the current roster of drift beasts available in JDM.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]The INSTEROID will drift into Guntama on October 30! It will launch alongside some more surprises but that’s for another devlog 🙊[/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]Have question? Want to discuss the INSTEROID ahead of launch? We, as well as the whole JDM’s community, is on our DISCORD server. Jump in![/p][p][/p][p]Let’s Drift[/p][p]The Gaming Factory Team
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[hr][/hr][p]Powerful muscle cars are already warming up their engines in the comfort of our backstage garages, and soon will be ready to hit the road. To celebrate their arrival, we've just launched a brand new, very first JDM: Made in USA DLC contest! Join the enormous excitement of our community, visit the Discord server and sign up for the fun now Here »[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]All details, rules (although very simple) and rewards are described in the dedicated contest Discord announcement. Meeting the event's requirements won’t take you more than a minute of your time, so be sure to check them out now. See you there, drifters![/p][p][/p][h2]About JDM: Made in USA[/h2][hr][/hr][p]If by some miracle you haven't heard the news yet, we have announced the first JDM: Japanese Drift Master DLC, namely JDM: Made in USA. Soon, you will have a unique opportunity to taste the raw thrill of American motor culture with exclusive rides! The DLC delivers six standout cars, each packed with tuning parts designed to dominate the track and turn heads wherever you go. Sounds interesting? Support the Made in USA project now by adding it to your Steam wishlist![/p][p][/p][p]Wishlist now »[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/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][p]We wish you the best of luck![/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][p]
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[p][/p][p]We’re finally ready to answer probably the most frequently asked question amongst our community - consoles, when?[/p][p][/p][p]Xbox Series X|S releasing November 21, 2025. [/p][p]Playstation 5 coming in Q1 2026.[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]
And here it is, the release schedule for JDM is now public, yay! If you’ve been waiting to play leisurely in front of your TV, circle the above dates in your calendars.[/p][p][/p][h3]What’s to know about the console release?[/h3][hr][/hr][p]The console version will launch with the content currently available on PC. This means all of the available content updates, patches and adjustments on PC will be present for the console launch.[/p][p][/p][p]We are planning to open up pre-release sales closer to the launch date on Xbox and there’s a nifty gift for everyone who supports us early - The Akina Phantom (an unlicensed car, which should be vividly familiar to fans of a certain manga and anime series). The preorders will be available a week before launch, on November 14th. [/p][p]The Xbox port will not officially support steering wheels and focuses on further controller optimization to boost the enjoyment of gaming in front of a TV.[/p][p]You can find the Xbox store page for JDM HERE[/p][p]The pricing will remain consistent with the PC release at a 34,99 EUR/USD tag.[/p][p][/p][h3]The current schedule for JDM[/h3][hr][/hr]

• [p]Next up: an undisclosed surprise 🙊[/p]

• [p]Followed by: another Major Update and the release of JDM: Made in USA DLC[/p]
• [p]Followed by: Xbox Series X|S release[/p]
• [p]in the future: PlayStation 5 release and a multiplayer component - we are hard at work at both of these tasks, stay tuned for more information, as we’re not yet ready to talk about them in more details yet.[/p][p][/p]

[p]If you haven't done so already, remember to wishlist the Made in USA DLC, here:[/p][p]
[dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]And that would be a wrap for today. We hope you folks are as excited about the future of JDM as we are! Like always, you can find us on our Discord server.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Let’s Drift![/p][p]The Gaming Factory Team[/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][hr][/hr][p]
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[p][/p][p]It's been just over a week since the launch of our biggest update yet - Patch 1.7.0 - and we’re keeping the momentum going! Over the past few days, we’ve been listening closely to your feedback, reports, and suggestions for further tweaks and improvements. Today’s update is the result of that collaboration, focusing mainly on enhancing gameplay, improving stability, and refining key details in our game.[/p][p][/p][p]Patch 1.7.1 addresses several issues reported to us by the community to deliver a smoother and more enjoyable experience. From fixing bugs in Tiger events to improving the manga reading assistant and resolving crashes related to steering wheel inputs, we’ve worked to elevate your gameplay. [/p][p][/p][p]While today's patch brings a noticeable upgrade, it’s just a pit stop on the road to even bigger novelties and cool features. We know many of you are excited about the upcoming liveries and decals system that will let you personalize your cars even further, and we’ll be ready to share more details - and a date - very soon. Don’t worry, you won’t have to wait long.[/p][p][/p][p]Below, you’ll find the detailed changes introduced in this update. Thank you for your continued support and feedback, which help us improve the game![/p][p][/p][h2]Patch 1.7.1 Notes[/h2][hr][/hr][h3]Gameplay[/h3]

• [p]Players can no longer sell Tiger's Car to the Dealer.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug that caused two AI opponents to have the same name in some Tiger campaign events.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug where the AI crossed the finish line in the last Tiger campaign event.[/p]

[h3]Manga Reader Assistant[/h3]

• [p]Improved the order of the manga reading assistant in Chapter 5, Page 4.[/p]

[h3]Stability and Performance[/h3]

• [p]Fixed issues causing crashes when selecting grip/drift presets while using a steering wheel.[/p]
• [p]Addressed general issues that were causing crashes.[/p][p][/p]

[p][/p][hr][/hr][p]As always, we encourage you to join our Discord server, where you may share your thoughts about the game and the changes we are implementing.[/p][p][/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]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! Thanks![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]