Today finally marks the launch of JDM: Japanese Drift Master, the open-world racing sim from Gaming Factory that takes us into the world of drifting in Japan. Let’s find out what this title has in store for us!
Discover the delay announcement of JDM: Japanese Drift Master to May 21, 2025!
JDM: Japanese Drift Master (JDM) is the open-world racing sim developed by the Gaming Factory team. The game is co-published in collaboration with the publisher 4Divinity, announced in April 2023. A first demo was released in October 2023 and initially expected for launch in 2024, but delayed until today’s final release date.
With a sim-arcade racing game taking us to Japan, specifically into the drifting world. It features over 250 km of roads inspired by the Honshu region. And a variety of customizable cars licensed from iconic Japanese brands. Buy JDM: Japanese Drift Master and get ready to tackle the streets of Guntama with some drifting action!
JDM: Japanese Drift Master – Launch Date and Time
With over 2 years of development and numerous delays, today finally marks the official launch of JDM: Japanese Drift Master. The arcade racing sim experience from the Gaming Factory team is now available starting today on PC through Steam, GOG, and Epic Games Store. More specifically, at:
- May 21, 2025, at 7:00 AM PT / 10:00 AM ET / 4:00 PM CEST
A much-awaited launch for genre fans who’ve followed the team’s periodic news. The team accompanies the launch with the official trailer that takes us into the Japanese drifting world.
JDM: Japanese Drift Master – Gameplay and Main Features
JDM is definitely an interesting project, combining the arcade racing experience with an open-world sim. The main theme being drifting, it takes us to the fictional prefecture of Guntama, inspired by the Honshu region, birthplace of the drift culture. It offers:
- Open World: Explore over 250 km of Guntama’s roads with its scenic views, from iconic mountain roads (touge) to the more bustling city areas. All accompanied by a dynamic time system and a day-night cycle.
- Customization and Physics: The game offers a strong level of vehicle customization, embodying the style of Japanese cars. Featuring numerous parts, as well as iconic licensed cars. With arcade sim-style physics compatible with keyboard, controller, and racing gear.
- Story and Audio: There’s also a story told in manga style with over 40 events and side missions. Plus, realistic car sounds with live recordings and various radio stations for a more immersive experience.
The game was initially developed on Unreal Engine 4, and later ported to UE5 in 2024. The team invites everyone to check out the official game page for more details about the Cars, Story, Gameplay, and Settings to get started the best way possible.
Official Japanese Drift Master Website
From gameplay mechanics, tips & tricks and story details to car customization and iconic locations, it’s all waiting for you in the Drift Hub – the official JDM: Japanese Drift Master knowledgebase. Ready to fine-tune your skills before the next drift session?
Learn more at … pic.twitter.com/23hVhTBtal — Japanese Drift Master (@Japanese_Drift) May 20, 2025
In Conclusion
A highly anticipated launch for the Gaming Factory team as well as the fans who’ve followed the development of JDM. Now, they can finally experience this new arcade-style racing with an open-world focus on drifting. What do you think of JDM? Let us know in the comments!
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