Drift Streets Japan on Steam - User reviews, Price & Information
Quick menu
Racing Game about Illegal Night Street Racing. Nice Cars and Advanced Engine Tuning. Most Realistic and Best Physics. Most Quality Graphics. Drive the Large Japan Highway with traffic. Feel the Real experience, try to drift with car cockpit camera.
Drift Streets Japan is a racing, automobile sim and simulation game
developed by JDM4iK Games
and published by SA Industry and BATYSTORE LTD.
Released on December 21st 2015 is available in English only on Windows.
It has received 3,605 reviews of which 2,329 were positive and 1,276 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. 😐
The game is currently priced at 4.99€ on Steam, but you can find it for 0.23€ on Gamivo.
The Steam community has classified Drift Streets Japan into these genres:
Media & Screenshots
Get an in-depth look at Drift Streets Japan through various videos and screenshots.
System requirements
These are the minimum specifications needed to play the game. For the best experience, we recommend that you verify them.
Windows
- OS *: Windows 7
- Processor: Intel Celeron, Pentium 4
- Memory: 1024 MB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia Geforce GTX275
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 1 GB available space
- Additional Notes: Recommended DX11
User reviews & Ratings
Explore reviews from Steam users sharing their experiences and what they love about the game.
This game enough good to me. Nice graphics&chill with phonk music
Expand the review
If you’ve ever wanted to drift like a Tokyo street racer but lack both the skill and the budget for real tires, Drift Streets Japan is your dream come true! The game throws you straight into the neon-lit streets of Japan, where you and your car will form an unbreakable bond—mainly because once you start drifting, stopping is purely optional. The physics? Somewhere between realistic and soap-covered roller skates. You’ll either master the perfect sideways slide or accidentally launch yourself into an alternate dimension. Customization is solid—slap on some wild body kits, tweak your turbo, and suddenly your car sounds like an angry blender. Multiplayer is where things really shine: expect epic tandem drifts, unexpected pileups, and at least one player who thinks they're in Fast & Furious: Tokyo Drift (but actually drives like a lost tourist). Overall, Drift Streets Japan is pure, unfiltered JDM chaos. If you love drifting, speed, and the smell of burning pixels, this game is your new addiction. Just don’t expect your rear tires to last more than five minutes. 🚗🔥💨
Expand the review
Drift Streets Japan is an interesting drift-focused game that has its ups and downs. It certainly offers a unique experience for those who enjoy drifting, but it doesn’t quite hit the mark in every area. One of the first things I noticed is the car handling and drifting mechanics. While the game aims to be a drift simulation, it’s a bit harder to control than you might expect, and the physics don’t always feel realistic. It’s a challenge to get the hang of, and it can feel off at times, especially if you're used to other racing or drifting games with more polished mechanics. For me, this made the learning curve a little steeper, and it didn't quite offer the level of satisfaction I was hoping for. The car selection doesn't have a favorite for me because I tend to switch things up frequently, but the customization and ability to experiment with different vehicles keep it fresh. However, the maps don’t feel like a true open-world experience. Every corner seems to lead to similar terrain, so the sense of exploration is lost a bit. While the map is fine for what it is, the repetition of the environments made me wish for a more diverse and expansive world to explore. On the sound front, the game has some hits and misses. The turbo sounds are amazing—when you hit that boost, it feels great—but the drifting sound can become quite repetitive. It’s the same drift audio over and over, which detracts from the immersion after a while. What I found most enjoyable was the track editor. It gave me a chance to create my own courses, practice my drifting, and earn money for new cars. This feature adds a lot of replay value, and I spent a good amount of time just drifting around the custom tracks I created. It’s one of the game’s strong points and a way to keep things interesting without feeling stuck in the same routines. That said, the game could really benefit from more updates. More cars, more maps, and additional things to do would greatly enhance the experience. Right now, it feels like it’s mostly about drifting and a bit of money grinding for new cars, which can get repetitive after a while. For the developers, I’d love to see more updates to keep the game alive and engaging over time. Fresh content and variety would go a long way in maintaining player interest. After about an hour of play, I found myself getting bored and not really feeling the urge to return. While it’s enjoyable at first, the lack of variety and depth might leave you wanting more. My advice would be to grab the game when it’s on sale, as it’s fun for a little while but doesn’t hold up long-term. Overall, Drift Streets Japan is a fun game if you’re into drifting and don’t mind the challenging controls. It’s satisfying in short bursts, but it could use more variety and polish to really shine. If you’re someone who enjoys experimenting with cars, drifting around custom tracks, and just vibing with the turbo sounds, this game is worth a try. However, if you’re looking for a more comprehensive, immersive driving experience, there are certainly areas that could be improved.
Expand the review
Shifting Gears: Budget-Friendly: Drift Streets Japan's low price point makes it an attractive option for players on a tight budget or those curious about drift racing games. Variety of Cars: The game offers a decent selection of cars to choose from, allowing some customization for your drifting needs. Losing Traction: Dated Graphics and Physics: The visuals and physics feel dated compared to modern racing games, hindering the overall immersion. Limited Gameplay: The core gameplay loop of drifting can become repetitive quickly, with a lack of features and content to keep players engaged. Questionable Controls: Keyboard controls might be challenging for precise drifting maneuvers, and some reviews mention inconsistencies with controller support. Missing Content: There's no real sense of progression or reward system, and the online features seem limited or inactive. Overall: Drift Streets Japan might have a small appeal for budget-conscious players who crave a basic drifting experience. However, the dated graphics, limited gameplay loop, and questionable controls make it a hard sell compared to more polished alternatives. Here's a suggested rating: For players on a tight budget who are new to drift racing games: 2.5 out of 5 stars. I don't think it's anything special, but definitely something nice to vibe out to. Alternatives to Consider: Assetto Corsa: A highly-regarded racing simulator with excellent physics and a wide variety of cars, including drift-tuned vehicles. (Paid) CarX Drift Racing Online: A free-to-play mobile game with surprisingly good drifting mechanics and a larger online community. Project CARS (1, 2, or 3): Racing simulators offering a good balance of realism and accessibility, with drift racing capabilities. (Paid) Unless you're strictly on a budget and have a strong desire for a basic drifting experience, it's recommended to consider alternative games that offer more features, better visuals, and a more polished gameplay experience.
Expand the review
Similar games
View all
RACE 07
UpdateSimBin Studios expands the hit racing game, RACE 07 with the Andy Priaulx Crowne Plaza Raceway free add-on. Free for owners of RACE 07, this add-on features a brand new island track and new cars from triple World Champion Andy Priaulx in his BMW 320si WTCC and Fabrizio Giovanardi in his Vauxhall Vectra VXR.Real Cars, Real Racing...
NASCAR Heat 3
There are more ways to race than ever before in NASCAR Heat 3! Jump into the enhanced Career Mode, build your own race team and compete in the Xtreme Dirt Tour. Prove that you're the best in the world in the new Online Tournaments feature. Plus, all your favorite modes are back and better than ever.
NASCAR Heat 4
NASCAR Heat 4 is the official video game of NASCAR. Looking and sounding better than ever with updated user interface, graphics and engine audio, race across 38 tracks in all three NASCAR National Series plus the fan-favorite Xtreme Dirt Tour.
FURIDASHI: Drift Cyber Sport
FURIDASHI: Drift Cyber Sport is a motorsport simulator for PCs running on Windows platform. Competitions in drifting as Players vs Players cyber sport challenge. This is a real-time online multiplayer simulator with unique next gen realistic car physics. VR (Virtual Reality) full support!
GTR 2 FIA GT Racing Game
The Game That Revolutionized the Racing Genre.
GT Legends
The golden age of motor sports has returned. Experience one of the world’s most exciting racing series in GT LEGENDS
RDS - The Official Drift Videogame
Become a member of professional drift competitions on famous tracks. Compete with real players around the world. Feel the realistic physics of simulator of the new generation, which has received fresh improvements and further development in the game. Real drift competitions come to Cyber Sport!
iRacing
We are the world’s premier motorsports racing game. An iRacing membership provides entry into the newest form of motorsport: internet racing. Internet racing is a fun, easy, and inexpensive way for race fan and gamers alike to enjoy the thrill of the racetrack from the comfort of their home.
rFactor 2
rFactor 2 is a realistic, easily extendable racing simulation that offers race customization, great graphics, outstanding multiplayer and the height of racing realism. It features mixed class road racing with ultra realistic dynamics, an immersive sound environment and stunning graphics.
Automobilista
AUTOMOBILISTA places you in the driving seat of an advanced racing simulator, featuring elite brazilian racing series along with a wide range of racing vehicles and international tracks for a uniquely diverse motorsports experience.
Stock Car Extreme
Stock Car Extreme is a realistic racing game simulating brazilian Stock Car V8 series, also featuring several extra series and tracks covering a wide variety of racing disciplines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Drift Streets Japan is currently priced at 4.99€ on Steam.
Drift Streets Japan is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 4.99€ on Steam.
Drift Streets Japan received 2,329 positive votes out of a total of 3,605 achieving a rating of 6.34.
😐
Drift Streets Japan was developed by JDM4iK Games and published by SA Industry and BATYSTORE LTD.
Drift Streets Japan is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Drift Streets Japan is not playable on MacOS.
Drift Streets Japan is not playable on Linux.
Drift Streets Japan offers both single-player and multi-player modes.
Drift Streets Japan includes Co-op mode where you can team up with friends.
Drift Streets Japan does not currently offer any DLC.
Drift Streets Japan does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Drift Streets Japan does not support Steam Remote Play.
Drift Streets Japan is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for Drift Streets Japan.
Data sources
The information presented on this page is sourced from reliable APIs to ensure accuracy and relevance. We utilize the Steam API to gather data on game details, including titles, descriptions, prices, and user reviews. This allows us to provide you with the most up-to-date information directly from the Steam platform.
Additionally, we incorporate data from the SteamSpy API, which offers insights into game sales and player statistics. This helps us present a comprehensive view of each game's popularity and performance within the gaming community.
Last Updates| Steam data | 13 June 2025 20:06 |
|---|---|
| SteamSpy data | 11 June 2025 18:33 |
| Steam price | 15 June 2025 04:45 |
| Steam reviews | 13 June 2025 13:55 |
If you'd like to dive deeper into the details about Drift Streets Japan, we invite you to check out a few dedicated websites that offer extensive information and insights. These platforms provide valuable data, analysis, and user-generated reports to enhance your understanding of the game and its performance.
- SteamDB - A comprehensive database of everything on Steam about Drift Streets Japan
- SteamCharts - Analysis of Drift Streets Japan concurrent players on Steam
- ProtonDB - Crowdsourced reports on Linux and Steam Deck Drift Streets Japan compatibility
Game modes
Multiplayer
Features
Online players
1
Developer
JDM4iK Games
Publisher
SA Industry,
BATYSTORE LTD
Release
21 Dec 2015
Platforms
By clicking on any of the links on this page and making a purchase,
you may help us earn a commission that supports the maintenance of our services.