Overview
DRIFTIT is a focused, top-down drift game from solo developer Vlad Khrystych. It strips the genre down to its essentials: one car, a camera fixed directly overhead, and a handbrake.
The result is a pure, arcade-style test of your ability to slide sideways with precision. Released on October 24, 2026, this indie racing title is all about clean laps and controlled chaos.
Highlights
- Pure drift mechanics: The car is built to go sideways. Flick the handbrake into a corner, catch the slide with counter-steer, and feed the throttle to hold the angle.
- Three-lap time attack: Every track is a short, three-lap challenge with a target time to beat. Touch a wall and the run restarts from the grid, so every lap must be clean.
- Ghost car and checkpoints: Your personal best appears as a ghost car, and split times at every checkpoint show exactly where you gained or lost time.
- Combo scoring: Points come from speed and angle. Hold a drift and the multiplier climbs by ×0.5 every 1.5 seconds, up to ×10. Straighten up and the chain resets.
Who It's For
DRIFTIT is for players who enjoy demanding, skill-based arcade racers. If you like chasing leaderboard times, perfecting a single corner, or just love the feel of a car sliding sideways, this compact package will keep you coming back.
It's also a great fit for anyone who appreciates minimalist design and a clear, readable top-down view.
Game Info
- Developer/Publisher: Vlad Khrystych
- Genre: Indie, Racing
- Modes: Single-player
- Features: Steam Achievements, full controller support, DualShock controller support
- Languages: English, Spanish (Spain), Polish, Simplified Chinese, Ukrainian
- Release date: October 24, 2026
For the latest pricing and user reviews, check the Steam store page.





