Amazing drifting game, with some more updates, it can become a masterpiece, 9/10 experience
Inertial Drift
- Release Date:
- Sep 11, 2020
- Metacritic:
- 89
- Developer:
- Level 91 Entertainment
- Publisher:
- PQube
- Platforms:
- Windows
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About This Game

Set in a 90's retro future, Inertial Drift is an Arcade Racer with a devastatingly unique handling model and unbelievably satisfying twin-stick drift mechanics. Inertial Drift offers a whole new level of accessibility and challenge to the arcade racing genre - for a driving experience genuinely unlike anything you've played before.

The left stick is used for steering, while the right hand Drift Stick gives you independent control over your drift. Intuitive for new players and uniquely challenging for pros.

Each one of the 16 cars is a totally different beast, with unique characteristics to master. Get behind the wheel of Sport hatchbacks, Coupe's, Supercars & more!

Tear through neon city streets, race around rural temple complexes and hurtle down winding mountain passes.

Each racetrack is set within a bold and distinctive environment. Including vibrant cityscapes, coastal sunsets, gorgeous starry skies and snow-capped peaks.

With 7 race event types there is plenty of opportunity to perfect your craft! Get competitive in a mix of races, head-to-heads, time trials and style showdowns!

Think you've mastered the perfect drift? What better way to prove it. Take on other racers via local co-op and online multiplayer.
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User Reviews
I’m not usually into racing games, but this one had a cool retro vibe and was on discount, so I gave it a shot and ended up really enjoying my evening with it
Neutral stance on this game, but the positives slightly beat out the negatives. I absolutely adore the art style they've got going on here. I also love that the cars are pretty much normal cars with some anti-gravity, anti-matter engine thingamajig that explains why the cars can run at mach 6. What I don't like is the gameplay aspect. I'm willing to chalk it up to my skill issue, but I just couldn't get into the handling system or have fun with it. It feels like a weird mix between post-Ridge Racer 5 and SEGA Outrun handling. It just didn't feel satisfying to me, and I saw little reason to master the handling. Still, this is one of the better racing games released during its time. Everytime I'm reminded of NFS Payback a tear rolls down my eye.
Overall would definitely recommend. Very unique and satisfying controls and drift mechanics that are easy to pick up but difficult to master. The individual story mode isn't that long but there are multiple game modes outside the story, plus you can replay the story with each selectable character for a different storyline and difficulty level. There's a range of cars that require a pretty significantly different technique to manage, which keeps the game consistently challenging. I found it very easy to lost track of time trying over and over again to master each track. The art style and soundtrack are also stunning, which certainly helps.
cool game, wait for a sale tho
An absolute blast. If you're willing to put in a bit of time and climb a learning curve it is a great experience. My friends and I have a joke that this game is "what it is like to Chew 5 gum" because it just ***feels*** exceptional. Highly recommend controller with vibration on for maximum over stimulation.
Very excellent game. Colorful and pretty. Really fun engaging playstyle. The cars are vastly different between each other. Excellent!
really enjoying this game. Arcade style. a bit of learning curve. music aint bad, but still better to listen to Eurobeat while playing it. Practice the track! braking is better than bumping. Price: 8/10 Gameplay: 9/10 Storyline: 3/10 (you dont need to know the storyline to have fun here) Repetitive: 7/10, (somewhat repetitive, but the faster you go, the game feels different) Skill: 8/10, (there is a skill ceiling, all about minimizing drift, and learn slip angle more)
Great game
more fun and good game play than NFS series, good job developer!
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System Requirements
Minimum
- OS *: 64 bit Windows 10 / 8 / 7
- Processor: Intel Core i5-2500K 3.3GHz / AMD FX-8150 3.6GHz or equivalent
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 550 Ti / Radeon HD 6790 2GB VRAM*
- Storage: 2 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible soundcard
Recommended
- OS *: 64 bit Windows 10 / 8 / 7
- Processor: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 1600X 3.6GHz
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 960 / Radeon HD 7950 3GB VRAM*
- Storage: 4 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible soundcard
FAQ
How much does Inertial Drift cost?
Inertial Drift costs $19.99.
What are the system requirements for Inertial Drift?
Minimum: Minimum: OS *: 64 bit Windows 10 / 8 / 7 Processor: Intel Core i5-2500K 3.3GHz / AMD FX-8150 3.6GHz or equivalent Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 550 Ti / Radeon HD 6790 2GB VRAM* Storage: 2 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX compatible soundcard Recommended: Recommended: OS *: 64 bit Windows 10 / 8 / 7 Processor: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 1600X 3.6GHz Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 960 / Radeon HD 7950 3GB VRAM* Storage: 4 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX compatible soundcard
What platforms is Inertial Drift available on?
Inertial Drift is available on Windows PC.
Is Inertial Drift worth buying?
Inertial Drift has 86% positive reviews from 70 players. Metacritic score: 89/100.
When was Inertial Drift released?
Inertial Drift was released on Sep 11, 2020.
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