JDM: Japanese Drift Master News

In our latest devlog, we are diving into the exciting world of creating cars for the Japanese Drift Master! The whole process will be explained by Przemek - an automotive enthusiast with a passion for old cars - who is in charge of scanning the cars and parts to be used in the game. Let's rev up the engines and embark on this amazing journey of creation!


[h2]Creation process[/h2]
To get a good representation of the cars in the game, we rely on reverse engineering - aided by 3D scanning of real cars. First of all, we have to mat the chrome or find a base in the right condition. Once the digital data has been collected and pre-processed, we can create a detailed model. The final step is to visualize the car in the engine with the necessary animations. For example, we can lower the window to hear the sound of the engine.


[h2]Challenges[/h2]
The biggest challenge in producing a car is the time it takes for a small team to create it - a 3D model and sounds are one thing - the car still needs to be driven to get it to behave properly. We base this on real suspension geometry, so cars drive differently after suspension tuning.


[h2]Knowledge and style[/h2]
The people in our team are drift fans and actively participate in drifting events. We are in constant contact with professional drifters and the JDM scene - we listen to their comments because they are the most valuable. We try to keep most of the tuning content in the spirit of JDM, which is the most important thing for us, and some of the car modifications are very close to their track counterparts.


We hope you enjoyed today's devlog and we have provided you with some entertainment. Remember to add Japanese Drift Master to your wishlist on Steam and join us on Discord where you can ask us any questions you may have.

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

Let’s Drift!
Gaming Factory

Welcome to our second Q&A session! We saw that you enjoyed the last devlog with answers, so today we come back with another dose of interesting information! We're excited to share even more insights into the development of the Japanese Drift Master. Let's get started!



Q: Where does the game take place?
A: In JDM, you'll explore the tourist areas around Haikama Lake which was created by our team.

Q: Will there be traffic in the game?
A: Yes, other vehicles will also drive around the map.

Q: Is there any weather system?
A: Yes, there will be sun, clouds, rain, etc. but the main season is summer.

Q: Are there day and night cycles?
A: Yes, the passage of time is dynamic, there is a full cycle of day and night.

Q: Are only drift events available in the game?
A: No, there will be also race events and others.



Q: Is there an available car list?
A: Not at the moment.

Q: Will the police chase us?
A: There is no plan at the moment but maybe we will add something connected to the police chase in the future.

Q: Will there be paint and tuning shops?
A: Yes, you will be able to adjust the cars, their exterior, wheels, and interior. Also, there will be an option to paint the car and parts like wheels in the color you like. In further development, we want to add a special system for stickers, etc.

Q: Is there a damage model in the game?
A: We do not plan mechanical damage to cars, there will only be simple visual damage and scratches on the texture.

Q: Does the tuning give only a visual aspect?
A: No, it changes the way you drive the car, physics, etc.



Q: What’s the game physics, it’s from another game?
A: No, the physics in the game is our proprietary system.

Q: Can we change the view in the game?
A: Yes, in the game there will be cameras like close pursuit, far pursuit, from the bumper, from the hood, from the roof, from the cockpit, eyes/inside view.

Q: Can we look around in the game?
A: It will be possible to look around from inside and outside the car.

Q: Will there be any music in the game?
A: Yes, we are currently cooperating with music producer Naski but there will be more artists.

Q: Will this game be compatible with Thrustmaster controllers?
A: Yes, we support steering wheels eg T300RS.


We hope you enjoyed the second part of our Q&A session. Don't forget to add Japanese Drift Master to your wishlist on Steam and join our Discord community for all the latest updates.
Stay tuned for more exciting developments!

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

Let’s Drift!
Gaming Factory

Welcome to our latest devlog! Today, we have something special for you - a Q&A session to give you an inside look into the development of Japanese Drift Master. From the gameplay mechanics to the story. We answer your burning questions and take you inside our adrenaline-pumping drifting game.



Q: What is JDM: Japanese Drift Master?
A: Welcome to the world's drift mecca – Japan. The game goal is to introduce the atmosphere of Japanese automotive culture and explore the roads where the drift was born.

Q: What genre is this game?
A: Simcade with friendly controls that will satisfy fans of more realistic games – although it is accessible enough to enjoy the game also to less experienced players.

Q: When will the game come out?
A: There is no specific date but our goal is to release the game within the year in early access.

Q: What is the game engine?
A: Unreal Engine 4

Q: Is there any demo?
A: We are currently working on a demo version, so stay tuned for more information.



Q: What about console releases?
A: At the moment we are focusing on the PC version but we do not exclude console versions in the future.

Q: Is there any in game story?
A: In the game, players will find a unique plot that combines elements of racing games from the west with visual novel storytelling from the east. Play through a story about a foreigner who wants to make a name for himself on the Japanese drifting scene.

Q: Is there an open world in the game?
A: Yes, miles of diverse roads inspired by real and well-known locations from Japan await you.

Q: What’s up with those car sounds?
A: While playing JDM, you’ll hear original car sounds, both recorded and implemented by our team, using unique technology, created specifically for this project.

Q: Will there be multiplayer?
A: Yes, after release we will work on the multiplayer mode.



Q: How much will the game cost?
A: There is no price yet.

Q: What control devices will I be able to use?
A: You can use a gamepad, steering wheel, or keyboard.

Q: Will there be a photo mode?
A: Yes, we plan to add the photo mode to the game.

Q: Who is the producer of the game?
A: The game is developed by Gaming Factory.

Q: Are you planning to make playtests?
A: We can't reveal anything at the moment.

Q: Are you planning to support mods?
A: Yes, in further development there is a plan to support mods.


If you're as excited as we are about this thrilling racing experience, make sure to add the Japanese Drift Master to your wishlist on Steam and join our Discord community. Stay tuned for more updates, exclusive sneak peeks, and opportunities to connect with fellow drift enthusiasts. Let's hit the road together!

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

Let’s Drift!
Gaming Factory

Welcome to another devlog about our game Japanese Drift Master! Today we're incredibly excited to finally be able to show you some of our gameplay.

Last Friday you had the opportunity to join our live stream where we gave you a sneak preview of the upcoming game. We were very pleased with the response and positive comments from you. You asked a lot of questions during the stream, which we will try to answer soon!



Here's another sneak peek at the gameplay for those who missed the last stream!
Our driver Soell did his best to give you a taste of drifting in JDM.

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We invite you to join our community on Discord, where you can ask us even more questions and remember to add Japanese Drift Master to your wishlist and follow on Steam to keep up to date with the latest news!

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

Let’s Drift!
Gaming Factory

We're excited to announce that we'll be hosting a special gameplay streaming event for Japanese Drift Master this Friday, April 28th at 11 AM PDT (20 CEST). Tune in to our Twitch channel to see the latest gameplay footage, learn about the development process, and get the chance to ask the developers live questions.



During the stream, we'll be showcasing the game's stunning visuals and immersive gameplay as you drift, race, and explore the winding mountain trails of Haikama Lake in Japan.



Don't miss out on this exclusive look at JDM. Follow our Twitch channel and mark your calendars for Friday, April 28th at 11 AM PDT (20 CEST).

Don't forget to add Japanese Drift Master to your wishlist on Steam! See you later racers!

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

Let's Drift!
Gaming Factory