Lamborghini Drifter 2
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Summary
Lambo Drifter returns! If you’ve ever wanted to throw a Lamborghini sideways down a twisty mountain road without spending thousands of hours (or dollars) building one like Daigo Saito, this is your ultimate opportunity.
Lamborghini Drifter 2 is the updated version of the popular original Lambo Drifter game, bringing improved graphics, refined physics, and the same intense high-speed downhill, big-angle drifting that made the classic game so popular.
You’ll battle momentum on steep Japanese touge-style roads where the Lambos constantly want to pick up speed, forcing you to master throttle control, weight transfer, and counter-steering to maintain massive drifts and rack up your most impressive scores.
The physics encourage big-angle entries and even backies if you’re feeling confident, and the (occasionally) bouncy track surface will catch you out if you’re not careful. Concrete bollards line the roads the entire way, and while they’re not narrow, they’re definitely unforgiving.
Your goal is to pull off the longest, most impressive drifts by combining speed, angle, and distance. As you rack up points, you’ll level up to unlock three more Lamborghinis and two additional environments, along with varied weather conditions, each bringing its own challenges.
Lamborghini Drifter 2 features
Difficulty – Beginner/Intermediate
Levels/environments – 3
Number of vehicles – 4
Vehicle customization/upgrades – No
Multiplayer – No
Mobile – No
Developer – Ado Games
Physics
The improved physics over the original let you throw down even wilder entries than before, (and even backies if you’re feeling confident!) While not as refined as more realistic drifting simulator games like Drift Hunters MAX, it’s great fun and super predictable.
Be careful, though, as the momentum soon picks up with all the steep downhills, especially with the power of the Lambos! The uneven road surface adds another factor to consider when you’re already pushing the limits of grip, with the suspension bouncing, and the car can easily scrape and bottom out if you’re not careful (especially with the Murcielago).
Graphics
The new, darker scenery for the sequel makes you feel like you’ve taken a trip to a volcanic destination like Iceland.
Everything’s now sharper and more polished, with added shadows and improved details compared to the original. Make sure you crank the settings up to ‘FANTASTIC’ (if your computer can handle it) for the finest visuals.
There’s no damage in this game, but if that’s what you’re after, we’ve got an entire catalog dedicated to stunts and crash games. We recommend Deadly Descent, where the body panels and wheels actually fall off, or Epic Racing – Descent on Cars for similar full-contact carnage with high-intensity racing. Or, for pure crash fun, Car Crash Test: Abandoned City offers BeamNG-style destruction where you can cruise around in an open-world environment.
Controls
PC/laptop/Chromebook
- W/Up arrow – Accelerate
- S/Down arrow – Brake/reverse
- A/Left arrow – Turn left
- D/Right arrow – Turn right
- Space – Handbrake/e-brake
- C – Toggle camera (three options)
Important: If the default full-screen button doesn’t work properly, try pressing the small icon in the bottom-right corner of the game instead.
Mobile/tablet (iOS/Android)
Lamborghini Drifter 2 isn’t available on mobile browsers. However, we’ve got plenty of epic tried-and-tested alternatives in our mobile games collection that work perfectly on iOS and Android devices.
How to play Lamborghini Drifter 2
Initial setup
When you load the game, you’ll see three options on the main menu: ‘Play’, ‘Settings’, and ‘Achievements’. Before jumping in, head to Settings and consider adjusting your graphics quality. You’ll find six options ranging from ‘Fastest’ (lowest) to ‘Fantastic’ (highest quality). If your device can handle it, opt for ‘Fantastic’ to make the most of the improved visuals. You can also mute the volume here if you wish.
The ‘Achievements’ section shows what you’ll want to unlock as you progress. You’ll earn achievements for reaching new driver levels and pulling off high-scoring drift, giving you individual targets to work towards alongside unlocking all the cars and tracks.
In the top-left corner of the main screen, you’ll see your ‘Driver Level’ with a meter that constantly fills as you earn points. Below that is ‘Your Record’, which displays your biggest single drift score. There’s no combo system in Lambo Drifter 2, so your record is your most impressive single drift (without transitioning).
Getting started
Click ‘Play’, and you’ll choose your car. At the start, only the Lamborghini Gallardo is available (first world problems!). You’ll soon unlock the Murcielago at level 3, then the Reventon at level 6, and finally the Aventador at level 12. Don’t be disappointed about starting with the Gallardo. It’s the ideal starter car for learning, perfectly combining speed and handling without being too wild.
After selecting your car, you’ll then see the tracks. Autumn is the only option available from the start, while Summer unlocks at level 6 and Winter at level 12. That’s the entire selection in this game. There’s no tuning, customization, or game modes beyond showing off your skills and unlocking the more exciting cars and tracks.
Once you head to the track and start rippin’ tires, you’ll notice the car picks up momentum quickly since most of the track involves steep downhills, so you’ll need to constantly manage your speed by lifting off the throttle and braking to avoid smashing into the concrete bollards.
The physics are quite “slidey”, but once you pull off big angles, you’ll notice the Lambos have decent grip when you start pushing the limits with counter-steering, left-foot braking, and occasional e-brake taps. The track surface is rough and bouncy, so it can easily catch you out when you’re at full-lock sideways!
Once you get the hang of it, it’s time to try to pull off the longest possible drifts by maximizing speed, angle, and distance without crashing (wall taps are fine) or stopping the rear wheels from spinning.
When you finish/end a drift, whether it’s by transitioning, losing control, or lack of momentum, your points are then banked into your ‘Level meter’ shown in the top-left, and your biggest drift becomes your new Record.
Although the early levels are super short (you’ll soon find yourself back at the menu), each run gets longer as you progress, eventually providing several minutes of intense sideways action without any disturbances!
Game modes
What you see at the start is what you get. You pick your Lambo and track, then prove your worth by racking up the biggest drift record and bagging as many driver-level points as you can before the timer runs out.
If you’re after a drifting game with more variety, Drift Hunters MAX is the ultimate pick. Not only do you get the best browser-based graphics and physics, but there’s also a ‘Drift Attack’ mode where you get a judging score for each run as you hit clipping points. Alternatively, you can hit up the open-world streets and slide around the AI traffic with the 39 cars, which you can tune and upgrade with many options on offer.
There’s no multiplayer either, but if that’s what you’re after, our multiplayer games collection has plenty of options. The most popular picks include Madalin Stunt Cars 3 for open-world stunts, Drift King for online tandem battles, and Drift Hunters Pro (from the same team as Drift King) if you’re more interested in 90s JDM cars.
Car list
You get four Lamborghinis to unlock. They’re all rear-wheel drive and feature thick black smoke trails (hopefully not a diesel conversion!) pouring from the exhausts the entire time you’re on throttle, with occasional pops, bangs, and flames shooting out.
Lamborghini Gallardo (Available from start) – The ideal starter car with balanced speed and handling. It’s not too powerful, making it ideal for learning the game’s drifting physics.
Lamborghini Murcielago (Unlocks at level 3) – This sleek matte black murdered-out beast looks sick, and it’ll undoubtedly remind you of Daigo Saito’s legendary Lambo. However, it unfortunately has a massive problem – it sits way too low (if only we could tune the suspension!). This means the chassis constantly scrapes the ground on the bouncy parts of the track, sending sparks flying and scrubbing off speed when you least want it to. While it looks cool and drives well when it’s not dragging, the scraping is so frustrating that you’re better off skipping it and sticking with the Gallardo until you unlock the Reventon.
Lamborghini Reventon (Unlocks at level 6) – Thankfully, the Reventon combines the best aspects of the previous two cars without the scraping issues! It’s got super-aggressive styling, better handling, and much more speed. This will likely become your workhorse for earning points to bag the Aventador.
Lamborghini Aventador (Unlocks at level 12) – As you probably guessed, this is the ultimate car in Lamborghini Drifter 2. As soon as you throw it down into the first corner, you’ll know this is the one. It combines the best handling with plenty of power and stunning looks. Once you’ve unlocked this weapon, you’ll get to enjoy the game at its full potential.
Tuning and upgrades
There are no tuning or upgrade options available, which is frustrating, as it would’ve easily sorted out the Murcielago’s scraping issues!
If a browser game with detailed tuning is what you’re after, look no further than Force Drift Racing: Aussie Burnout. It offers the most advanced tuning system in any browser game, from fine-tuning suspension geometry to forced-induction upgrades and more. It also features a unique Summernats-style Aussie burnout pit mode. If you want a more traditional drifter, Drift Hunters MAX is the best option for tuning and upgrades.
Customization
Unfortunately, you’re not imagining this – the cars come with preset colors, and you can’t change the paint, wheels, or any other visual elements.
A great option for this is the classic Drift Hunters game (which is also perfect for lower-spec devices if you can’t run MAX). It offers a full color palette for painting the body and wheels, along with gloss, matte, metallic, and chrome finishes, and 26 cars to modify.
Advanced tips & tricks
Master the weight transfer and throttle control
You’ll soon realize that the downhill momentum constantly builds, and you’ll likely end up smashing into the concrete barriers. To avoid this, you’ll need to lift off (or tap) the throttle rather than keeping it pinned.
You’ll soon notice you can scrub off speed by accelerating once you have enough angle. Once you’ve got the hang of that, you can also throw in left-foot braking (and tapping the ebrake when needed) for the ultimate control.
Understanding these aspects will help you control the Lambo through the tougher sections. Be patient, as it takes some practice and trial and error. However, you can also check out our how to drift guide, which covers weight transfer, counter-steering, and manji techniques in more detail. Alternatively, you can also learn from your favorite pros and YouTubers with video tutorials.
Consider passing up on the Murcielago
You’ll be super excited to unlock your first car, but, as cool as it looks, it’s buggy, and scrapes the ground constantly, making it near-impossible to drive. We recommend being patient and sticking with the Gallardo until you unlock the Reventon at level 6. You’ll soon get there once you’re earning decent points.
Maximize individual drifts, not combos
Since there’s no combo system, focus on drawing out individual drifts as long as possible. Speed and distance are the two biggest factors. Find the longest corners and commit with a manageable amount of momentum before maximizing the entire width of the track rather than trying to link multiple drifts together.
Try building momentum before the big corners
For massive point records, you’ll need to enter the big-angle corners with full commitment. Build up your speed on the straights, counter-steer in the opposite direction to shift the weight, then throw the back end around while lifting off the throttle. Once you feel yourself about to over-rotate, try to catch it and floor the throttle!
Keep your eye on the front tire smoke
Once you’re confidently pulling off huge angles, white smoke will start pouring from the front tires (similar to left-foot braking in real life). While it looks cool and helps scrub speed when you’re going too fast, unintentionally doing it for too long risks killing your momentum and reducing your point score.
Don’t panic – wall runs won’t kill your points
Thankfully, you’re able to scrape the walls without losing your current points as long as it doesn’t drastically alter your angle. Obviously, crashing into it is a different story!
Experiment with the various camera angles
You can press the ‘C’ key to cycle through three camera options. The default follow cam is best for most situations, offering a drone-like perspective. The front-facing camera is super challenging since you can’t see what the rear end is doing, but there’s also a side-mounted GoPro-style view that’s great fun for checking proximity to the barriers (clipping points, of course!).
Practice pushing the physics to the limits
While the physics aren’t quite as dialed as games like Drift Hunters MAX, they’re still excellent for learning advanced techniques. You’ll get to practice things like big-angle entries, weight distribution, and throttle control, which are perfect for mastering other games, and can even be useful for more serious simulator games like Assetto Corsa or CarX Drift Racing Online.
Lamborghini Drifter 2 FAQ
How do I level up in Lamborghini Drifter 2?
Every drift adds points to your Level meter shown in the top-left. When the meter fills, you’ll level up and potentially unlock new content. Level 12 unlocks the Aventador and Winter track. Level 30 is the maximum.
Can I adjust the Murcielago suspension?
Unfortunately not. The chassis scraping is super frustrating. While it looks incredible and handles well otherwise, it sucks to drive. We skipped it and went back to the Gallardo until we unlocked the Reventon, which is perfect.
Can I play on my mobile?
Lamborghini Drifter 2 is only available on a PC/laptop/Chromebook, but we have plenty of games that are perfectly optimized for mobiles here at Drifted.
How long does it take to unlock everything?
If you’re skilled at drifting games, you should be able to unlock all four cars and three tracks in around 20-30 minutes by reaching level 12. It’s not super grindy like some popular drifting games, where you’ll slowly earn money.
Why do I lose my combo when I transition or manji?
Your current drift score ends immediately, but the points get banked into your Level meter. There’s no combo system, so you’ll need to focus on drawing out your drifts as long as possible rather than trying to transition through multiple corners.
Which camera angle works best?
The default camera (drone-style follow cam) is best for most situations since it tracks your angle perfectly and lets you see what the car is doing. The side-mounted view is cool for a close-up of the action, but the front-facing camera is quite difficult, since you’ll struggle to see what the rear end is doing.
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Bill is a writer and photographer who has been part of the Drifted team since 2015. His work extends to various print and online publications, including Wangan Warriors.
As part of the King of Nations team, he traveled extensively for several years, capturing top-tier international drift events worldwide. His hands-on experience, including rebuilding his own Nissan Silvia S15 drift car, gives him unique insights into drift car building and global drift culture.
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