JDM: Japanese Drift Master introduces its latest prologue demo, Rise of the Scorpion, highlighting drift racing, Japanese car culture, and a reward in the form of the Scorpion’s customized Nissan Z33. Players can expect a blend of open-world exploration and narrative-driven events set in a fictional Japanese prefecture inspired by Honshu.
Gameplay and Visuals
The simcade racing experience focuses on realistic drift mechanics with carefully-tuned physics. The game features a visually dynamic outdoor environment, with a green sports car and prominent rear spoiler underscoring the drift racing emphasis. Players can navigate a variety of roads and settings, from city streets to winding mountain passes, all rendered with attention to atmosphere and detail.
Confirmed Features
- Simcade drift racing with controller and sim hardware support
- Open-world exploration across a fictional Japanese region
- Story-driven events and quests
- Car customization, including a paint shop and tuner upgrades
- Licensed vehicles from brands such as Nissan, Mazda, and Subaru
- Dynamic weather and a day-night cycle
- Reward car: Scorpion’s heavily tuned Nissan Z33
- Authentic car audio and genre-themed radio stations
- Hand-drawn manga-style story presentation
Main Characters and Setting
Players step into the role of a foreigner aiming to make a name in Japan’s iconic drifting scene. The game is set in Guntama, a fictional region inspired by Honshu, offering over 250 kilometers of open roads, bustling cities, and scenic landscapes.
JDM: Japanese Drift Master continues to expand on its core strengths, giving fans of drift culture and simcade racing new reasons to explore Japan’s legendary roads and compete for top rewards.
