GCL Announces Upcoming Release Date for ‘JDM: Japanese Drift Master’

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GCL Global Holdings (NASDAQ: GCL) has announced the release date for 'JDM: Japanese Drift Master', scheduled to launch on May 21, 2025, across Steam, GoG, and Epic Store platforms. The game, developed by Polish studio Gaming Factory, will be co-published and distributed by GCL in Asia through its 4Divinity publishing division.

The racing game features a narrative-driven single-player experience built on Unreal Engine 5, following the story of Touma, a driver pursuing street racing success in the fictional Guntama prefecture. The game world includes over 250km of main roads, landmarks, and car enthusiast locations.

Players can customize their vehicles with mechanical and aesthetic modifications, including ECU installations and exhaust systems. The game combines simulation-based physics with arcade elements, supporting multiple control options including controllers, keyboards, and steering wheels at launch.

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• Geographic expansion into Asian gaming market through 4Divinity publishing arm
• Partnership with established developer Gaming Factory for game distribution

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SINGAPORE, March 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GCL Global Holdings Ltd. (NASDAQ: GCL) (“GCL” or the “Company”), a leading provider of games and entertainment, today announced the new release date for the highly anticipated “JDM: Japanese Drift Master” that will be co-published and distributed by GCL in Asia.

After several years in active development by Polish development studio and publisher Gaming Factory, “JDM: Japanese Drift Master” is scheduled to be released on Steam, GoG, and Epic Store on May 21, 2025. This highly anticipated racing game title will let gamers drift through the streets of modern Japan with a simulation backbone that incorporates real-world driving physics with arcade layers for a fun and enjoyable gaming experience.

Gamers will follow the story of Touma, a driver who dreams of making a name for himself on the local street racing scene in the fictional Japanese prefecture of Guntama, featuring over 250km of main roads, famous landmarks, and car enthusiast gathering spots. Touma’s trials and successes unfold through in-game events and the pages of a manga comic book as he attempts to best his rivals and reach the pinnacle of Japanese underworld racing.

‘Simcade’ Racing Game Offers Detailed Optionality for Aesthetic and Functional Customization

Each car will not only handle differently on the street but also include a range of options to install mechanical and stylistic upgrades such as a new ECU (Engine Control Unit) installation, adding an over-the-top bōsōzoku exhaust, or fine-tuning adjustments that transform a gamer’s ride into a grip or drift beast or an all ‘rounder’ if that’s the desired preference.

“The upcoming ‘JDM: Japanese Drift Master’ game developed by Gaming Factory and to be released in Asia through 4Divinity, the game publishing arm of our business, is expected to deepen our reach across the gaming community as we enable gamers to experience the thrills of modern street racing in Japan.” said Sebastian Toke, Group CEO of GCL.

“JDM: Japanese Drift Master” is a single-player, narrative-driven racing experience developed on Unreal Engine 5 and is scheduled to be released on Steam, GoG, and Epic Store on May 21, 2025.

Additional presets and sim-driving hardware will be available on the marketplace, and the capacity to create a plug and play preset for any PC hardware a gamer wishes to utilize, be it a controller, keyboard, or steering wheel, will be available on the day of the game’s launch.

About GCL Global Holdings

GCL Global Holdings Ltd. unites people through immersive games and entertainment experiences, enabling creators to deliver engaging content and fun gameplay experiences to gaming communities worldwide with a strategic focus on the rapidly expanding Asian gaming market.

Drawing on a deep understanding of gaming trends and market dynamics, GCL Group leverages its diverse portfolio of digital and physical content to bridge cultures and audiences by introducing Asian-developed IP to a global audience across consoles, PCs, and streaming platforms.

Learn more at http://www.gclglobalholdings.com.

About 4Divinity

4Divinity is a digital and retail games publishing company and a wholly owned subsidiary of GCL, focused on bringing exciting game content from around the world to Asia and introducing Asian content to a global market. Along with its sister company, Epicsoft Asia, 4Divinity is partnering with publishers and development studios to introduce brand-new IP to the region.

About Gaming Factory

Founded in 2017, Gaming Factory is a Polish game development studio and publisher dedicated to delivering engaging and innovative gaming experiences. As both a creator and distributor, the company focuses on crafting high-quality titles across various genres. Gaming Factory’s flagship project, JDM: Japanese Drift Master, is an open-world drifting simulation that captures the spirit of Japanese car culture. With a passion for immersive gameplay and a commitment to excellence, Gaming Factory continues to expand its portfolio while bringing unique gaming experiences to gamers worldwide.

Learn more at https://gamingfactory.pl

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GCL Investor Relations:

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FAQ

When will GCL release JDM: Japanese Drift Master and on which platforms?

GCL will release JDM: Japanese Drift Master on May 21, 2025, available on Steam, GoG, and Epic Store platforms.

What are the main features of GCL's JDM: Japanese Drift Master game?

The game features 250km of roads, real-world physics with arcade elements, extensive vehicle customization, and a narrative-driven story following street racer Touma in fictional Guntama prefecture.

What gaming engine does GCL use for JDM: Japanese Drift Master?

JDM: Japanese Drift Master is developed using Unreal Engine 5.

What control options will be available for GCL's JDM: Japanese Drift Master?

The game will support multiple control options including controllers, keyboards, and steering wheels with plug-and-play preset functionality.