Drift Streets Japan Reviews
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!
App ID | 412880 |
App Type | GAME |
Developers | JDM4iK Games |
Publishers | SA Industry |
Categories | Single-player, Multi-player, Co-op, Partial Controller Support, Steam Trading Cards |
Genres | Indie, Action, Simulation, Sports, Racing, Massively Multiplayer |
Release Date | 21 Dec, 2015 |
Platforms | Windows |
Supported Languages | English |

3 513 Total Reviews
2 247 Positive Reviews
1 266 Negative Reviews
Mixed Score
Drift Streets Japan has garnered a total of 3 513 reviews, with 2 247 positive reviews and 1 266 negative reviews, resulting in a ‘Mixed’ overall score.
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Recent Steam Reviews
This section displays the 10 most recent Steam reviews for the game, showcasing a mix of player experiences and sentiments. Each review summary includes the total playtime along with the number of thumbs-up and thumbs-down reactions, clearly indicating the community's feedback
Playtime:
398 minutes
old skool JDM
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
40 minutes
Does not work anymore
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Negative
Playtime:
131 minutes
[h2]Drift Streets Japan[/h2]
Has a total of [b]5[/b] trading cards.
👍 : 3 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
125 minutes
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. 🚗🔥💨
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
46 minutes
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.
👍 : 1 |
😃 : 1
Positive