Real Drift Online

Real Drift Online delivers some of the best graphics you’ll find in a browser-based drifting game, combining challengingly realistic physics with tight and twisty mountain roads lined with concrete barriers that’ll genuinely test your sideways skills.

It’s a great option for those looking for a free game that actually feels like proper drifting rather than the more ‘arcadey’ vibes you usually get from other free online games.

There’s even (minor) damage modeling when you’ve accidentally smashed into a wall (and trust me, it’ll happen), which is rarely seen in free browser-based drifting games.

Real Drift Online Controls

• Up arrow/W – Accelerate
• Down arrow/S – Brake/Reverse
• Left arrow/A – Steer left
• Right arrow/D – Steer right
• C – Change camera view
• F – Nitrous boost
• Space – Handbrake/eBrake
• Mouse – Manually move the camera

Car List

Unlike the RWB Porsche you get at the start in the sequel, Real Drift Multiplayer 2, this original game starts you off with an Audi S3 lookalike. Once you’ve started earning some cash, you can then unlock an Audi S7 and eventually own the hypercar that gives serious Benefactor Krieger Type II vibes from GTA!

All of them are rear-wheel drive (thankfully), and each offers its own unique handling and drifting style. The short-wheelbase S3 is much snappier than the S7, but its small size makes it ideal for getting used to the tight roads initially.

Admittedly, the majority of cars being Audis certainly isn’t something we’re used to in drifting games! But it’s definitely quality over quantity when it comes to the detailing on the models. You can even switch to the interior view and move your mouse around to get a full look at the cabin – it’s pretty impressive!

If you’re looking for both quantity AND quality from a free online drifting game, you’ll want to check out Drift Hunters MAX, which has 39 cars along with in-depth tuning and a variety of game modes. And it’s still totally free to play! 

Alternatively, if you love the physics in Real Drift, the latest game in the series provides a (slightly) more varied roster.

Track List

Unlike the sequel, which takes you to a variety of racetracks, this original game is set on tight and twisty mountain roads where concrete barriers line the street drifting course for the ultimate challenge. You get three different environmental conditions to test your skills:

Day Mode – The easiest track for beginners, with full visibility and a predictable, grippy tarmac surface. It’s perfect for getting the hang of the game before moving on to the more challenging levels.

Night Mode – As the sun sets, the twisty mountain roads are illuminated by streetlights. While it looks absolutely awesome, the visibility makes it difficult for beginners to predict what’s ahead, and you’ll soon find yourself hitting the concrete barriers a lot more often!

Snowy Mode – This is heaps of fun, but as you probably guessed, there’s a realistic lack of traction on the snowy surface. It’s a perfect way for the pros to showcase their skills, but definitely not ideal for newbies learning the ropes!

Tuning & Customization

Once you’ve started earning decent money by showing off your skills, you can consider treating your car to some upgrades. The menu isn’t too obvious, but here’s what you get:

• Paint colors
• Wheel upgrades
• Suspension tuning
• Engine/Handling/Brake upgrades (five tiers for each)
• Spoiler/wing upgrades

For the Engine/Handling/Brake upgrades, they each have five upgrade tiers, and the improvements are definitely noticeable once you start climbing through them.

Fair warning, though – the game doesn’t allow you to preview upgrades. So, as soon as you click an option (whether it’s a color or upgrade), the money gets pulled from your in-game wallet. I learned this the hard way when I accidentally switched wheels, thinking I could back out.

How To Use Multiplayer Mode

To switch modes, simply click the ‘SINGLE PLAYER/MULTIPLAYER‘ button on the map menu. When it’s illuminated, multiplayer is chosen, and you’ll see ‘MULTIPLAYER MODE ACTIVE’ displayed at the top of your screen.

Joining or Hosting Sessions

With multiplayer mode active, click the map you want to play, and you’ll get the option to either join existing lobbies with other players or host a session to invite your friends. 

The multiplayer mode allows for drift battles or tandems against others online, providing a welcome change from single-player, which is great for earning cash, upgrading your rides, and buying new cars.

While the lobbies aren’t as crowded with players as some of the more popular online driving games, such as Madalin Stunt Cars 3, there are usually other drifters around, especially during peak hours. Your best bet is checking during evenings when more players tend to be online.

The multiplayer experience really shines when you’ve got a few friends to tandem with – there’s something genuinely satisfying about nailing synchronized runs through those mountain passes that you just can’t get from solo play.