JDM: Japanese Drift Master has added multiplayer and a second paid DLC, expanding from a single-player game into an online open-world sandbox with a growing vehicle roster.
JDM: Japanese Drift Master launched as a single-player driving game, but a free update on June 12, 2026 added an 8-player open-world sandbox multiplayer mode on Steam. The mode includes voice chat, quick chat, map markers, and Ghost Mode for collision-free driving. Gaming Factory planned to bring the multiplayer update to GOG.com, the Epic Games Store, and consoles later, with console versions targeted for Q3 2026. Cross-play between PC platforms was planned, with full cross-play including consoles as a future goal.
The second paid DLC, 'The American Classics,' arrived on June 25, 2026, adding six American-style vehicles with new engine sounds and handling. A free update on the same day added two Nissan 180SX variants (1994 and 1996 Type X) for multiplayer and tuning. The game is available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, with a 50% off Steam sale running until July 10.
The multiplayer launch date shifted slightly from an initial announcement of June 11 to the actual release on June 12. The DLC and free update together broaden the game's vehicle selection beyond its original Japanese focus, supporting the newly added multiplayer tandem drifting.
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Gaming Factory released 'The American Classics' DLC for JDM: Japanese Drift Master, adding six American-style vehicles with new engine sounds and handling. A free update also adds two Nissan 180SX models (1994 and 1996 Type X) for multiplayer and tuning. The game is available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, with a 50% off Steam sale until July 10.