Absolute Drift vs JDM: Japanese Drift Master
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
JDM: Japanese Drift Master wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Absolute Drift is $12.46 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Absolute Drift | JDM: Japanese Drift Master |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 63 | 58 |
| Quality | 72 | 63 |
| Value | 80 | 73 |
| Popularity | 27 | 30 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.54 | $14.00 |
| Steam Review Score | 89.5% positive | 75.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 5 | 55 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Absolute Drift | JDM: Japanese Drift Master |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 29, 2015 | May 21, 2025 |
| Developers | Funselektor Labs Inc., FlippFly | Gaming Factory |
| Publishers | Funselektor Labs Inc. | Gaming Factory, 4Divinity |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | — | 64-bit Windows 10/11 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel i7 11700k or Ryzen 5 7600 |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 32 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | Intel Arc B580 or GeForce RTX3060Ti or AMD Radeon RX6700 |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 18 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Absolute Drift or JDM: Japanese Drift Master?
JDM: Japanese Drift Master won the comparison against Absolute Drift based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Absolute Drift worth buying over JDM: Japanese Drift Master?
Based on the metrics, JDM: Japanese Drift Master won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Absolute Drift currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:00 PM UTC