6 Things You Need to Know Before Starting KartRider: Drift Season 1

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After launching in 2004, Nexon’s KartRider series became an immediate hit in Asia. It gained a huge following, with an official league starting a year later in 2005. Its popularity grew, amassing over 380 million players on PC alone. Its characters, gadgets, game modes, and approachable gameplay have made the multiplayer kart racing a hit over the last 19 years.

KartRider: Drift, the newest game in the KarRider franchise, has taken inspiration from past titles and leveled up with new game modes, more customization, and upgraded visuals courtesy of Unreal Engine 4. Season 1 is finally here, and players can dive in for free on PlayStation and Xbox consoles, mobile (iOS and Android), Steam, and the Nexon Launcher. This means racers from all over the world can experience the cross-platform, cross-play kart racing thrills against players on PC, mobile platforms and consoles. Here’s a list of six things you need to know before getting in the driver’s seat.

1. The Basics

KartRider: Drift is a free-to-play, multiplayer kart racing game complete with traditional racing via Speed Mode, kart battling in Item Mode, and a few other surprises. The online game has cross-platform progression and play giving you the ability to challenge your friends regardless of your chosen platform. Controls are beginner-friendly but have a variety of options to adapt to different players. When you launch, you’ll be greeted by a small android named Joy to help you through the basics. Learning the controls, when to drift, how to use items, and everything you need to know to start your race towards becoming a track legend.

2. Make the Game Your Own

KartRider: Drift’s customization is comprehensive, offering over 20 characters initially, each with