Supercars Drift
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Summary
Supercars Drift is a fast-hitting arcade drifter where you’ll slide a roster of exotic machines (including a… Nissan 370Z) around a variety of racetracks, chasing the longest drifts you can pull off.
Since it’s all about achieving the highest single-drift scoring, you’ll need to pin the throttle, kick the rear end out, and keep it sideways with countersteering and weight balance for as long as possible before your allocated time runs out.
It’s great fun for when you’ve got a few minutes and just want to go sideways without needing to grind away for too long. The twitchy, tail-happy physics reward smooth driving over aggressive pedal-mashing, and the quick unlock system means you’ll be unlocking the ultimate cars and all three tracks to slide them on before you know it.
If you’ve played the Lambo Drifter series (with the latest being Lambo Drifter 3) or Ado Cars Drifter, what you see here will likely feel familiar. That’s because they’re all from the same developer, bringing the same single-drift scoring concept and physics that’ll soon have you confidently pulling off backward entries into the corners.
Supercars Drift features
- Difficulty – Beginner/Intermediate
- Levels/environments – 3 tracks
- Number of vehicles – 10
- Vehicle customization/upgrades – No
- Multiplayer – No
- Mobile – No
- Developer – Ado Games
Physics
Once you throw the cars sideways, you’ll immediately notice that the back end is super twitchy and snappy, especially on the 370Z starter car. It feels like it could do with a set of coilovers (the bouncy weight transfer takes some getting used to), but once you figure out that less is more with your steering inputs, it soon starts to click, and you’ll be nailing long drifts in no time.
Unlike the usual combo-based drifting games, every drift here is scored individually. As soon as you transition (which usually gets rewarded), straighten up, or lose the slide, your points are collected and added to your XP level meter.
The key is holding long, drawn-out drifts with minimal angle and keeping your speed up while the rear end hangs out. However, once you get more confident, you can also test throwing down high-speed, big-angle entries, where backies are also rewarded. If you’ve already taken the time to learn how weight transfer works, you’ll find the physics much easier to tame from the start.
It’s nowhere near as grippy as the simcade-style drifting games like Drift Hunters MAX, but it’s perfect for a casual arcade-based skid session when you’ve got a few minutes to burn.
Graphics
The car models have a kinda line-art look in places, where the lights and body lines look sharp and realistic, while areas like the doors are more stylized. But, they’re definitely not going for realistic perfection, and the Madalin-esque replica cars back that up.
You get the option of six quality presets ranging from ‘Fastest’ (which looks blurry, but is ideal for lower-spec devices) to ‘Fantastic’ (which actually looks pretty damn good). It’s recommended to opt for the best settings you can within the limits of your device. If it’s struggling, dropping a couple of notches should keep everything smooth.
The overall visuals certainly don’t compete with the best-looking drifting games out there, like UNBOUNDED, where the nighttime reflections off your two-tone paintwork will make you forget you’re playing it in your browser. But on the higher settings here, you’d be surprised at how clean things look.
Controls
PC/laptop/Chromebook
- W/Up arrow – Accelerate
- S/Down arrow – Brake/reverse
- A/Left arrow – Steer left
- D/Right arrow – Steer right
- Space – Handbrake/e-brake
Mobile/tablet (iOS/Android)
Supercars Drift isn’t available on mobile devices. If you’re on your phone or tablet, our mobile games collection has loads of drift-friendly alternatives (and much more) that work perfectly in your browser.
How to play Supercars Drift
Initial setup
The main menu shows your current level and drift record (your highest single-drift score) in the top left. Three buttons sit at the bottom: ‘Play’, ‘Achievements’, and ‘Settings’.
In ‘Settings’, you can cycle through the six graphics presets and toggle sound on or off. ‘Achievements’ tracks milestones for levels reached and drift scores hit, but they won’t earn you any extra rewards.
Hit ‘Play’, pick your car and track. Only the 370Z and the first circuit are available at the start, so select those (or take a look at what else is on offer later on) and then head to the racetrack.
Getting started
Your first run in the game gives you 70 seconds on the clock. But the timer soon increases to 2 minutes 20 seconds, giving you much more room to have fun and string together plenty of big drifts.
Points from each drift immediately convert to XP, filling the green level bar in the top left. Once it’s full, you level up, which lets you unlock new cars and tracks along the way.
You’ll unlock the first levels super quickly, but after a while, it takes a little longer to progress through, which is where you’ll really need to push your sideways talents to their limits. You’ve pretty much completed the game at Level 30, but you can keep going if you’re chasing bigger drift records.
It’s worth noting that wall contact and going off-track won’t make you lose your score (your car will pick up a tiny dent at most, nothing dramatic), so don’t be afraid to push the limits.
Run the barriers, tear up the grass, and experiment with how far you can take it. The only things that end your drift are straightening up, crashing, or spinning out.
If you’ve played Ado Cars Drifter 2 from the same developer, everything will feel super similar. There’s nothing fancy to grind away for. Just have fun, drift, and climb the level rankings, and you’ll be generously rewarded in no time.
Game modes
What you see at the start is what you get here. There’s just one game mode, which is like a timed freestyle drifting session. Pick your ride, choose a track, and keep the rear end loose for as long as you can until the clock runs out. Your points accumulate across runs, which feed into the level system that unlocks the rest of the content.
If you’re after more variety, Drift King lets you shred tires online with your friends in real-time lobbies across six tracks, including some epic touge roads. JDM fans will also want to check out Drift Hunters Pro from the same developer, which is a near-identical concept but features an impressive lineup of Japanese cars.
Or, if the supercar-style car models here caught your eye, Madalin Stunt Cars 3 provides 34 cars, all of which are unlocked from the start, with huge open-world stunt maps and online play and ZERO grinding. Or, if you fancy something else you can enjoy online, our multiplayer games collection has plenty more options.
Car list
All cars are unlicensed look-alikes styled after real-world vehicles (some look much more realistic than others). They unlock as you level up, and they’re all ready to drive once you’ve hit the required level.
- Nissan 370Z – Available from the start
- Audi R8 – Level 2
- Ferrari LaFerrari – Level 4
- W Motors Lykan HyperSport – Level 7
- Lamborghini Huracan – Level 10
- Ferrari 458 Italia – Level 13
- McLaren MP4-12C – Level 16
- Saleen S7 – Level 20
- Bugatti Chiron – Level 22
- Lamborghini Veneno – Level 25
The unlockable cars tend to be less twitchy than the 370Z, and the additional power on tap makes it easier to hold long drifts and land bigger scores. Progression is fast. I had four cars unlocked within my first few sessions, and you can expect to unlock the LaFerrari-style car in about 15 minutes of playing.
Track list
All three are race circuits with harsh concrete walls lining the tracks. The second and third unlock at levels 8 and 14.
Track 1 – The circuit available from the start features a solid mix of corners to learn the physics on, with a pit lane area you can use as a tight clipping-point challenge if you’re feeling brave (it’s super narrow, so don’t say we didn’t warn you!).
Track 2 – Features long sweeping bends that are perfect for holding longer drifts with minimal angle (for bigger points). We found this to be the best track for chasing high scores and point-farming.
Track 3 – A nighttime racetrack with a variety of high-speed corners. Great for putting everything together once you’ve got the feel down.
Tuning and customization
There are no tuning options, performance upgrades, or visual customization picks. Unfortunately, you can’t even change the paint color.
If you’re looking for a game with more depth and you’re happy to spend time earning upgrades and tweaking your setup, Drift Hunters MAX lets you adjust suspension geometry, install performance parts across 39 cars and 13 tracks, and test yourself in a Drift Attack mode with judged runs and scored clipping points.
Alternatively, if you want something that’s not purely sideways-focused, Touge Drift & Racing combines drifting and racing across stunning touge mountain roads with tiered performance upgrades and another great JDM car roster.
Advanced tips & tricks
Let the car hang when you’re sideways rather than fighting it
Once you throw the back-end out, the steering holds whatever angle you set (similarly to Drift Hunters MAX). So, instead of constantly correcting, flick the rear out and catch it with a subtle tap of countersteer. Then let the weight settle and make minor adjustments if necessary. Overworking your inputs is the fastest way to spin or lose your drift (and the most frustrating).
Keep the angle shallow to land bigger scores
Big-angle slides look great, but often scrub too much speed until you’re confident at nailing it. So, when you’re point-farming early on, you want the least amount of angle that still registers as a drift without losing the score, and keeping the momentum as high as possible so the points keep climbing. If you see an increasing amount of smoke coming off the front tires, you’re likely overdoing it, and the engine is likely to get bogged down (there’s no nitro to save you here, unfortunately).
Don’t bother braking on most corners
The tracks are fast and wide, and the cars naturally scrub off enough speed while sliding. While you can tap the e-brake for initiations when you’re getting started, try to just keep the throttle pinned for most of a lap when you start getting used to the feel of it.
Jump into the supercars once you’ve unlocked them
The other cars are more forgiving than the super-twitchy 370Z, and they tend to earn points slightly quicker. So, remember the level you need to unlock them, then give them a try, and you’ll likely see your scores jump up.
Try the pit lane on Track 1 for a real drifting challenge
Head into the pit lane and use the home straight pillars as makeshift clipping points. It’s ridiculously narrow and unforgiving, but it’s a great way to sharpen your precision.
Level up your real drift technique to truly master the game
The weight transfer in this game is better than you might think for learning proper drifting. So, if you’re enjoying the sliding, you can learn from your favorite pro drifters and YouTubers to level up and then bring those skills back to the game. You’ll be surprised how much smoother your drifts get once you understand the theory behind how everything works.
Supercars Drift FAQ
How do I unlock new cars in Supercars Drift?
Earn drift points to fill your XP bar and climb to the next level. Each car unlocks at a specific level, from level 2 all the way up to level 25. They’re all free and ready to drive in your garage once you hit the required level.
Does Supercars Drift work on mobile?
No, it’s only playable on PC, laptop, or Chromebook through your browser.
How do I unlock Maps 2 and 3 in Supercars Drift?
The second track opens at level 8, and the third at level 14. Keep drifting and leveling up, and you’ll get there quickly.
Can I extend the timer in Supercars Drift?
No. The timer starts at 70 seconds and soon increases to 2 minutes and 20 seconds. There’s no way to adjust this manually.
What happens if I hit a wall in Supercars Drift?
Almost nothing. You might pick up a tiny dent, but your score stays intact, and you won’t be penalized unless you hit it so hard that you lose your drift.
Is there multiplayer in Supercars Drift?
No, it’s a single-player game with no online features.
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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.
When not behind the lens or keyboard, Bill can be found browsing classifieds for his next JDM project or shredding virtual tires on popular simulators like Assetto Corsa, CarX, and Forza.
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