In addition to Epic Games Store, recently at Steam There are also some great free games available, such as *Initial Drift Online*, which was released a little while ago.Racing Games, For those who like *Initial DIf you’re a fan of 》, you’ll definitely want to give this a try! Now, all you need is a Steam account to get it for free and keep it forever. Best of all, the game’s interface and subtitles support Traditional Chinese, so you don’t have to worry about not understanding anything.
However, since RewindApp, the developer of this game, is a small game studio, the game’s graphics aren’t exactly top-notch.
“Initial Drift Online,” a racing game paying homage to “Initial D,” is free for a limited time on Steam! Race to your heart’s content on three famous Japanese mountain tracks.
Click the link above to go to the *Initial Drift Online* Steam page, and you’ll see that the price is now 0 yuan. The free offer runs until 3:00 a.m. on January 19, so you have about 4 to 5 days left. Click “Add to Account” on the right, then log in to your Steam account:
If you see this screen, it means *Initial Drift Online* has been added to your Steam library. When you’re ready to play, simply install it using the Steam client:
“Initial Drift Online” is an online multiplayer racing game centered around “Japanese drifting culture,” with a style similar to “Initial D.” All of its tracks are set in the mountains of Japan, making it particularly appealing to players who enjoy drifting.
The game is built around an open-world map design, allowing players to freely join servers to practice drifting on mountain roads, compete against other players in real time, or simply enjoy the immersive experience of driving on mountain roads at night.
This game features multiple map scenarios inspired by famous Japanese mountain roads. Elements such as winding, consecutive turns and mountain road layouts with significant elevation changes emphasize driving rhythm and drift control rather than a pure race for speed on straightaways.
The vehicle handling strikes a balance between realism and gameplay, so it takes some time to get used to the throttle, steering, and vehicle settings before you can consistently pull off smooth, consecutive drifts.
In addition to racing, the game also incorporates elements such as deliveries, earning money, buying cars, and customizing vehicle appearances, ensuring that gameplay isn’t limited to just the races themselves. Combined with a day-night cycle, various music playlists, and online chat features, the overall experience feels more like an “online community space for drifting enthusiasts.”
Although the graphics aren’t AAA-level, the game has a very clear focus in terms of atmosphere and gameplay, making it ideal for players who like to slowly hone their skills and enjoy the thrill of drifting.
“Initial Drift Online” Game Features
- Drift racing gameplay centered around Japanese mountain roads
- Supports online multiplayer—compete against players from around the world anytime
- Several maps featuring mountain highway-style layouts, with technically challenging curve designs
- You can take on delivery missions, earn money, and buy new cars
- Customize your vehicle’s settings and appearance to develop your own unique driving style
- Day-Night Cycle System, Enhancing the Immersive Driving Experience
- Features a variety of music genres to enhance the drifting atmosphere
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Source: KOCPC Chinese