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Press release:
Gaming Factory S.A is proud to announce the release of JDM: Japanese Drift Master on PlayStation 5.

The game is now available to purchase for 34,99 USD.

Players will also be able to separately purchase the “Made in USA” DLC, which adds 6 additional, non-licensed vehicles inspired by the American classic muscle cars, for 5,99 USD.

The PlayStation 5 version of JDM will be released with all of the free content available on PC and Xbox to date. This includes, among others: additional side story campaigns, the Photo Mode and the Landmarks activity; new cars; radio stations updates; as well as a myriad of bug fixes and gameplay adjustments.

JDM will NOT SUPPORT steering wheels on launch.

Online Leaderboards will go live with a small delay and will be available shortly after the game’s launch.

Release in Japan

We’ve received an overwhelming response since announcing the PS5 version of JDM. Regarding the release in Japan, which many of you are curious about, please bear with us a little longer. Our Japanese publisher, who will handle sales, will make an announcement once preparations are complete.
About JDM: Japanese Drift Master

Explore the birthplace of drift and dive into Japan’s iconic car culture!

JDM: Japanese Drift Master is an homage to Japan, Japanese street racing culture and drift. It’s an open world, story-driven experience, blending Tōge (mountainous) serpentines, with narrow rural roads and vast highways leading to a modern cityscape. With licensed cars and robust tuning options it’s a drifting paradise come true!

Driving Models

JDM boasts two driving models to choose from: Arcade, suited for a more relaxed experience and drift beginners; and Simcade in which all assists are off, trading full control over the car for more skill requirements to manage drifting. Players can switch between both models at any time during the game.

Open World

Soak in the atmosphere of Japan with the fictional prefecture of Guntama, created through mixing real-life locations from all over the country. With over 250 km of visually stunning main roads, standalone racing tracks and instanced events, set across winding mountain passes, rural areas and the city’s bustling streets, you’ll explore diverse landscapes featuring traffic, dynamic weather, and day-night cycle systems.

Licensed Cars

Sit behind the wheel of legendary Nissan, Honda, Subaru and Mazda cars. Tune them mechanically with new parts and then fine tune the details. Experiment with visual parts: from hoods, through lights to full body kit swaps. Adjust the suspension, wheel camber, gear ratios and more. Finally, paint the car however you like using a free pick color palette. You want underglow? It’s at your disposal as well.

Story-driven Campaign

Step into the shoes of a foreigner determined to make his mark on the Japanese drifting scene. Compete in 40+ narrative-driven events and additional sidequests against the top drifters in the area. Experience this journey through hand-drawn manga pages, which add a unique and artistic touch to the game.

The Audio Purr

Experience authentic car sounds, captured through original recordings and brought to life with attention to detail, making you feel like you’re truly behind the wheel. Cruise along picturesque roads while tuning in to genre-themed radio stations, including unique soundscapes of J-music, Phonk and even Eurobeat – choose the perfect soundtrack for your drive!

Future Plans

Gaming Factory will continue to support JDM across available platforms. There are two main features the company is currently working on:

A multiplayer component – drifting through Guntama is fun, however drifting with friends will elevate the game to a new height of enjoyment.
The multiplayer modes are in active development and we will be able to share more detailed information on them soon.

Liveries – an expanded feature for the Paint Shop will allow players to design and add liveries to their cars.

Both these features should go live in Q2 2026.

Shortly after launch, the PlayStation 5 will receive support for limited models of Logitech and Thrustmaster wheels – we will keep you updated on details in the days to come.

Other smaller additions and updates, including a new DLC are also in development and we will be sharing details on them when ready.

About JDM: Japanese Drift Master
Discover Japan’s legendary car culture in JDM: Japanese Drift Master! Take on challenging mountain roads, visit Japanese legendary drifting spots in licensed JDM cars and immerse in the story about second chances through hand-drawn manga pages. Explore an open world where every turn invites you to master the art of drift.