From the very first rev of the engine, JDM: Japanese Drift Master sweeps you into a richly crafted, open-world drifting experience - where Japanese car culture meets sim‑arcade gameplay. Built by Gaming Factory using Unreal Engine 5, it is available on PC, PlayStation® 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
At its core, this is a simcade drift‑racer - delivering satisfying drifting mechanics with a blend of accessible arcade control and nuanced physics for enthusiasts. Whether you use a controller, keyboard, or steering wheel, there’s a driving style for you.
JDM: Japanese Drift Master is an open-world, drift-focused racing game set in a fictional Japanese prefecture, blending sim-cade physics with a story-driven experience. Players explore over 250 km of roads - including mountain passes and city streets - while completing missions, drift battles, and side quests. The game features licensed Japanese cars (Mazda, Nissan, Subaru, etc.), deep customization, realistic engine sounds, dynamic weather, and a manga-style narrative where you play a foreigner trying to break into Japan’s underground drift scene. It is praised for its atmosphere, handling, and authenticity.
Having a good sim-setup will enhance your feel for the road and every bump along its surface. Offerings like the CSL DD QR2 Ready2Race Bundle (8 Nm) are a perfect starting point.
For drifting it is important to use a round steering wheel, which Fanatec has plenty on offer. There is even one specifically designed for drifting: the ClubSport Wheel Rim Drift. If you’re racing on a desk, the ClubSport DD Table Clamp will provide you with perfect stability during high speed cornering. If you want to go even further, consider getting a cockpit like the ClubSport GT cockpit or the CSL Cockpit.
JDM: Japanese Drift Master is also available on PlayStation® 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
For PlayStation®, all you need to start racing is a PlayStation®-compatible Base. Since a round steering wheel is recommended for drifting, the Gran Turismo® DD Extreme is a great choice - including both the ClubSport DD+ Base and steering wheel for Gran Turismo® DD Extreme.
For a full setup also including pedals, handbrake, and shifter, the ClubSport DD+ Ready2Race Drift Bundle (18 Nm) offers everything you need for a great, immersive experience.
For Xbox Series X|S, you can use any of Fanatec's bases if paired with a steering wheel designed for Xbox, like the ClubSport Steering Wheel Drift V2 for Xbox. You can also get the ClubSport Universal Hub V2 for Xbox. This Hub allows you to choose between a wide variety of Fanatec wheel rims. It also allows using 3rd-party rims as long as they have a suitable bolt pattern.
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