JDM: Japanese Drift Master News

In the last devlog, we introduced you to the story of JDM: Japanese Drift Master and showed our protagonist, Tomasz "Touma" Stanowski, who travels to Japan to fulfill his dream of a career as a drifter. Touma is not alone on his journey to the top. As you progress through the game, you will meet a diverse group of characters who bring their own goals and problems to the story and help the main character develop his skills and realize his dreams.

[h2]Meet the JDM: Japanese Drift Master cast![/h2]

[h3]Hideo Inoue[/h3]
Hideo, a friend Touma met through social media, works at Sakata's tuning shop. In a way, it is thanks to him that Touma decides to travel to the land of cherry blossoms. Once a talented racing driver, his career was cut short by a tragic accident that left him physically and emotionally scarred. Today, Hideo fulfills himself as a mechanic, building powerful machines and treating the success of the car he prepares as his own. He is Touma’s mentor in the world of tuning and the local racing scene, but he also proves that dreams can be realized in different ways.

[h3]Aoi Ishida[/h3]
Aoi, known from the prologue JDM: Rise of the Scorpion, is the epitome of traditional Japanese values - charming, caring, and always ready to help. Her kindness and emotional support are invaluable during difficult moments in life, as well as on the track.

[h3]Keiko Tanaka[/h3]
Full of energy and always ready for the next adventure, Keiko works at the local sushi bar Turbo Tuna House, which she runs with her father. Keiko herself is a volcano of positive energy. She loves cosplay, anime, and feminine, cute cars - and her enthusiasm for the local motorsport scene as a fan and vlogger is contagious.

[h3]Kaori Kato[/h3]
An ambitious and independent artist, she owns a local paint shop where she creates stunning car veneer designs. She is also a drifter who is not afraid to challenge herself on the track. Kaori is a strong, confident woman who always speaks her mind and is an advocate for equality in her everyday life and in the world of street racing.


[h2]Rivals on twisty roads[/h2]
The road to the top of the drifting world is no bed of roses, and Touma, who has no intention of relinquishing the title of best driver, will face dangerous rivals.

One of them is Hatori “Scorpion” Hasashi, seen in the prologue - a talented but arrogant rider who still can't get over having a new rival on the scene. Alongside him, you will also face Dragon, Ayumi, Tiger and Honey Badger. Each of them has a unique driving style, charisma, and an agenda that will add an extra layer of excitement to the story.


Friends, rivals, tuning, and drift - JDM: Japanese Drift Master has it all. With Touma's team and a host of unique opponents, you won't be bored for a second. Grab your steering wheel, gamepad or a keyboard, because there will be no shortage of excitement on the roads.

Don't forget to "Follow” the game on Steam and add it to your wishlist. You'll also want to join our Discord, as we've gathered a large group of drift enthusiasts there, so don't miss out! See you in the next devlog.

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


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We’re excited to announce that JDM: Japanese Drift Master will be participating in Steam China’s 2025 Lunar New Year Sale Event! The event will run from 2:00 AM CST on January 27 (Monday) until 2:00 AM CST on February 10 (Monday) in China only.

JDM: Japanese Drift Master is set to launch in Spring 2025! Add the game to your wishlist now, click the “Follow” button on Steam, and follow our social media channels for the latest updates.

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


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We want to start the New Year with a bang, so today we're taking you behind the scenes of the story that drives JDM: Japanese Drift Master. In our game, the narrative seamlessly intertwines with the gameplay, creating a harmonious and dynamic storytelling rhythm. The gameplay loop begins with manga sequences, followed by a story-driven event - a race - and then transitions back to open-world exploration with the next event location marked on the map. It all adds up to a rich and immersive experience.

While JDM: Japanese Drift Master is primarily a tribute to Japanese car culture, drifting and the challenges of winding mountain roads, it is also a story of dreams, struggles, and the search for a new beginning. Meet Touma - the main protagonist who enters a world where drifting is not just a passion, but a way of life.

But before we dive into the story, we have prepared something special for you! Watch and feel the atmosphere that will soon be part of your experience.

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[h2]New beginning in Japan[/h2]
Tomasz Stanowski, known to everyone as Touma, is a young man from Poland who, after the tragic loss of his parents, decides to leave his past behind and start afresh. Driven by his childhood dream of becoming a drifter, he sets off for Japan - the birthplace of drifting on its winding mountain roads. He is greeted by Hideo, an online friend and tuning shop employee, who helps him navigate the local car scene.

During his first days in Japan, the ever-optimistic Touma meets Keiko - an equally energetic girl who runs a local sushi bar with her father. It's there that Touma takes a job as a sushi delivery driver, roaming around the city in search of orders - and any opportunity to hone his driving skills. Every take-out, every turn of the wheel brings him one step closer to mastering the art of drifting and fulfilling his long-held dreams.


[h2]Fighting for dreams[/h2]
It soon becomes clear that the road to the top won't be easy. Touma comes face to face with Hatori “Scorpion” Hasashi - a character some of you may know from the demo prologue JDM: Rise of the Scorpion. This arrogant but exceptionally talented rival doesn't see Tomasz as a worthy opponent and doesn't hesitate to throw obstacles in his way. Their disdain for each other grows into a tense rivalry that fuels Touma's determination to fight for his dreams.

Will Tomasz be able to leave his troubled past behind and find his place in the drifting world? Will his move to Japan be the fulfillment of his dreams or just another disappointment? Find out the answers as you navigate the touges, highways, and towns of JDM: Japanese Drift Master.


[h2]JDM premieres in spring 2025![/h2]
We can't wait for you to dive into this story and take your place in the starting line as Touma. Remember to add the game to your wishlist, hit the 'Follow' button on Steam, and keep an eye out on our social media - more updates will be coming your way soon! Spring 2025 is fast approaching!

Be sure to leave a comment in the Devlog to let us know if you've had the chance to play JDM: Rise of the Scorpion and meet Touma's rival, Scorpion, up close and personal. If you'd like to share your thoughts on the story, the game, or maybe have some cool ideas, feel free to join our Discord. See you on the road!

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


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JDM is approaching the final corner, and the finish line is in sight! We’ve got some exciting announcements and updates to share as we rev up for 2025, the year of JDM: Japanese Drift Master!


Can you uncover the article titles on this magazine cover? Maybe our Japanese community can help! Let us know in the comments if you’d like to see more car magazine covers inspired by the world of JDM! Don’t forget to follow our Steam page to stay in the loop as we race toward the big launch!

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

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The cold months might not be ideal for real-world drifting, but in JDM: Rise of the Scorpion, the action never stops! The Challenge Mode leaderboards are buzzing with fierce competition—our latest top racers have been crowned.

[h3]🏆 December JDM Champions 🏆[/h3]

Drift Challenge:

• hikkoid with an impressive score of 469932.
  

Grip Challenge:

• jujudu0612 with a blazing time of 03:17.874.
  

Congratulations to our Champions! If you’d like to join the Discord Hall of Fame, hop into our server and reach out to our community manager, Julian. You will only need a Discord account connected to your Steam account so we can confirm your Steam ID.

Note: The December Champions did not include the top spots from the Challenge Mode leaderboards, as we were unable to verify them with the players. Once we confirm the scores and receive the necessary materials, we will immediately acknowledge them among this month’s best players.

Don’t put those controllers down just yet—the competition continues! The leaderboards are being reset today, giving everyone another chance to claim the top spot for next month. Let the competition resume!

[h3]How to join the JDM Champions Challenge?[/h3]
Launch the demo-prologue JDM: Rise of the Scorpion and navigate to Challenge Mode from the main menu. Choose your race type - Grip or Drift - and start competing for the top spot on the leaderboards.

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

How are you enjoying the Challenge Mode? Does it have you hyped for even more tracks and cars in the upcoming full version of JDM: Japanese Drift Master? Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to leave a reaction to this devlog!

The full version of JDM is drifting your way in Spring 2025! Hit the follow button on our Steam page to stay up-to-date with the latest news and updates. Got an epic score or want to connect with other racers? Join our JDM Discord and share your skills with the community!

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

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