Drift86

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"Drift86" is an arcade-style racing game that allows both single-player and multiplayer modes, with a focus on mastering the art of drifting. The game features over 40 cars, 30 maps, and an addictive drifting system, all complemented by an upbeat Eurobeat soundtrack. Compatible with Xbox controllers and featuring steam trading cards, this game offers a fun and engaging experience for drift enthusiasts.

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,358 reviews

music106 positive mentions

story4 negative mentions

music
252 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
54%
4%
The music in the game is predominantly eurobeat, which many players find enhances the drifting experience and evokes a nostalgic Initial D vibe. While the soundtrack is praised for its energy and memorable tracks, some users express frustration over the limited selection and loud volume, with requests for options to adjust sound settings or import custom music. Overall, the soundtrack is a highlight for many, contributing significantly to the game's appeal, despite some technical shortcomings.
- “The soundtrack rocks too.”
- “Amazing soundtrack, cool tracks, great vibe 10/10”
- “The eurobeat soundtrack that accompanies the game sets in perfectly in an initial d atmosphere.”
- “My one problem is that it is a bit too loud and there is no way to turn down the volume for music, cars, or just master. The only way to do that currently is to change it in your actual PC sound settings. Apart from that, very good game and definitely worth a try, especially if you're an Initial D fan.”
- “The only bad thing in the game would be the repetitive soundtrack, but you can just look for some other eurobeat once you're bored of it.”
- “Music volume also resets every race, which can get extremely annoying because the soundtrack is something of an acquired taste.”
gameplay
138 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
67%
7%
The gameplay of Drift86 is polarizing, with many players finding the drifting mechanics challenging yet rewarding once mastered, while others criticize the physics and controls as overly floaty and unrefined. Although the game captures an arcade-style drifting experience, it lacks realism and polish, leading to mixed feelings about its overall fun factor. Players appreciate the unique mechanics and multiplayer aspects, but many express a desire for improvements in core gameplay and stability.
- “It's a very fun game with unique drift mechanics.”
- “When you finally get into the rhythm and learn the mechanics enough with a car of your choice, it does feel good to take those turns, keep that multiplier going, and also to achieve first place.”
- “The mechanics are very good and the drifting is fun.”
- “Drift86 makes an attempt to capture the racing spirit of Initial D, but the poor mechanics in place cause this title to crash right out of the starting gate.”
- “Honestly, it seems to me an insult and a lack of respect that this game is paid for how bad it is. The physics are horrible, the car is uncontrollable, and the controls do not properly meet the needs of a drifting game. I find it incredible that almost 4 years after it came out, it is still the game that it is. Instead of updating cars, they should update things that improve the gameplay because it is horrible.”
- “This game is absolutely terrible; the cars are extremely floaty, there is no such thing as traction, and in an hour of gameplay, my friend and I clipped through terrain or walls.”
graphics
102 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
51%
27%
22%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the aesthetic and performance on low settings, while others criticize the visuals as outdated and lacking detail. Many agree that the graphics are acceptable for the game's low price, but they do not compare to higher-end racing titles. Overall, while the graphics may not be breathtaking, they are deemed sufficient for a fun gaming experience, especially considering the game's affordability.
- “Unironically though, actually really fun and well made, and the graphics are amazing if you use max settings, which my PC had no trouble with.”
- “High quality graphics, amazing performance, great selection of maps and cars, big drift.”
- “The graphics look great for something that surprisingly is very small in size, and it's very easy to run as well.”
- “Next, visuals and lighting are all but completely unacceptable in the modern era of racing games.”
- “Let me start by saying that the graphics, the physics, and the maps are awful.”
- “The graphics are really bad as well; map detail is horrible.”
optimization
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
50%
13%
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while it runs smoothly on lower-end devices due to its small size and features high-quality car models and lighting, many users report significant issues with physics, controls, and certain maps that lead to performance drops. Despite these criticisms, some players appreciate the game's price-to-performance ratio and express hope for future improvements. However, the consensus suggests that there are still many areas needing enhancement to meet player expectations.
- “The game being small (about 5 GB) allows it to run smoothly on lower-end devices.”
- “I love the blend of high-quality car models, lighting, and low-quality scenery (you aren't looking at it anyways) to have performance and visual quality.”
- “This is just some constructive criticism; I'm not hating on the game at all. It is very well optimized for what it is, and I hope the developers keep working on it and improving it.”
- “Honestly, it seems to me an insult and a lack of respect that this game is paid for how bad it is. The physics are horrible, the car is uncontrollable, and the controls do not properly meet the needs of a drifting game. I find it incredible that almost 4 years after it came out, it is still the game that it is. Instead of updating cars, they should update things that improve the gameplay because it is horrible. Even though the modeling of the cars and the maps seem very well done to me, as well as the optimization, my computer is not very good but it runs quite well for me. However, there are many points to improve, and at this point, I would not recommend buying it.”
- “Graphics and the optimization are so bad.”
- “Tire grip -99%, no physics, slow, unoptimized.”
humor
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the numerous bugs and glitches to be hilariously entertaining, often leading to laughter during gameplay. Many reviews highlight the absurdity of the driving mechanics and the overall "memey" nature of the game, making it a fun experience, especially when played with friends. Despite some frustrations with gameplay, the comedic elements and lighthearted atmosphere contribute to its charm.
- “Not to say this game is sometimes really buggy to the point where it's just outright funny, this is a 10/10 game.”
- “Prepare to die laughing.”
- “My friends and I were laughing our heads off the entire time.”
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
65%
20%
The reviews present a mixed perspective on the game's story, with some players highlighting a meaningful moral about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, while others criticize the game for lacking a substantial narrative, comparing it unfavorably to games like "Temple Run." Overall, the story aspect appears to be either inspirational for some or virtually nonexistent for others.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life holds in store for you, and if I would have given up when all the odds were stacked against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Epic story.”
- “🔲 this game has no story”
- “🔲 like playing 'Temple Run' for the story”
- “☑ no story”
stability
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
88%
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with players reporting numerous bugs, including unresponsive controls, microfreezes, and poorly designed maps that can lead to frustrating gameplay. While some find the bugs amusing and the game enjoyable overall, the instability detracts from the experience for many users.
- “Runs great”
- “Runs great”
- “On your way, in addition to opponents, you are faced with a lot of obstacles in the form of low-poly roads, triangular ground, fences, and microfreezes, which cause your car to instantly forget that you are rolling sideways and catching traction, tearing at full speed forward.”
- “Uncontrollable cars, buggy features, crappy graphics, and poor viewmodels.”
- “The drifting is bad, the maps are buggy and poorly constructed, sometimes not even being properly functional.”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
8%
25%
The game boasts exceptional replayability, particularly in multiplayer mode, making it a great choice for playing with friends. Players find it infinitely replayable, especially if they enjoy racing and drifting genres, and appreciate the value it offers for the price. Overall, it provides a satisfying experience that encourages repeated play.
- “This is a great game to buy multiple copies of to play with friends, and for the price, you can get a lot of time out due to the high replay value.”
- “It has a lot of replayability, and it's pretty satisfying when you get the controls down.”
- “Replayability is super-high if you like racing/drifting games!”
- “Tonnes of replayability with multiplayer.”
- “Replayability is lacking.”
- “Replayability is minimal.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, particularly feeling empowered and inspired by the character Takumi, which helps them process their experiences with the finale of Initial D. However, frustrations arise from the game's crash mechanics, which can abruptly end high-scoring combos, detracting from the overall emotional experience.
- “This game made me feel like Takumi; it helped me overcome the finale of Initial D.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
Players consistently express that grinding in the game is so demanding that it feels like they would need a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is heavily enhanced by its eurobeat soundtrack, which effectively captures the essence of an Initial D vibe, immersing players in a high-energy racing experience.
- “The eurobeat soundtrack that accompanies the game perfectly captures the Initial D atmosphere.”