First, I'd like to thank all the Racers for playing and enjoying Season 5. We've been listening to your feedback since our last update, and we're happy to report that many of the things that you've been asking for are what we're working on right now.
We're always sorry for making you wait, but we promise to continue improving as many areas as possible that were lackluster in the last update. We're already working hard on the next update.
Today, I wanted to give you a quick preview on what we're preparing for the first update of next year. And the biggest section we're working on, the one you'll notice the most, are the upcoming changes to Speed and Item modes.
In the early days after the launch of KartRider: Drift, we tried to drive gameplay with hopes that people would enjoy an even mix of Item and Speed modes, much like with the original KartRider. However, I think that this effort has made the game monotonous for many Racers, and made it harder to enjoy playing for longer periods of time.
As such, we have a number of upcoming changes that will let Racers focus on their favorite mode, whether it's Speed or Item, while still making sure that players of all types can enjoy the game.
As we mentioned in the previous Dev Blog, we plan to increase the number of ways that karts are balanced in Speed Mode. This will encourage more karts to be used to adapt to the challenges that different tracks provide, creating a more exciting and varied experience in gameplay. With these updates and more, we hope to capture as much of the excitement of the original KartRider's Speed Mode as possible.
In the long term, we are preparing various boost types like Double Boost and Exceed. We also recognize that the difficulty of Speed Mode can be quite the entry barrier for Racers, so we're planning to improve the in-game Speed Mode guide material gradually.
As for Item Mode, we're going to try something we have never done before in the KartRider series IP: We plan to highlight each character's quirks in a way that incorporates them into Item Mode races, making each one different from the last.
While there were passive skills in the original KartRider, like the item kart, we're planning to have never-before-seen active skills to keep things interesting, and we hope to show them off in the next update.
Our primary goal is to move away from the current meta for Item Mode with character skills to help shake things up, and allow players to have more fun with their choice of character for each race.
Along with these changes, we're also working on additional UI changes for a more convenient gaming experience. We'll continue to work hard on the next update so that we can share more details about the development progress in our upcoming Dev Blogs.
Again, we apologize for the delays and we thank you for your patience. We wish you happy holidays, and we'll see you in the next Dev Blog!
Thank you,
-Director Jaewoo Seo and the KartRider: Drift Team-
December 13 Item Shop Update
Give your kart the feel of Moonhill City with the Moonhill Nights Set of decals, and get to work with a Worker Robot Brian and his Heavy Loader kart!
PST (UTC -7): Wednesday, December 13, 2023 4:00 PM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
CET (UTC +1): Thursday, December 14, 2023 1:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
JST (UTC +9): Thursday, December 14, 2023 9:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, December 14, 2023 11:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Moonhill Nights Set
Price: 150 K-COIN
Includes:
Moonhill Mayor Decal
Moonlight Vigilante Decal
Nighttime Train Decal
Worker Robot Brian
Sale Duration:
PST (UTC -7): Wednesday, December 13, 2023 4:00 PM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
CET (UTC +1): Thursday, December 14, 2023 1:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
JST (UTC +9): Thursday, December 14, 2023 9:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, December 14, 2023 11:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Worker Robot Brian
Price: 7,000 Lucci
Heavy Loader Kart
Sale Duration:
PST (UTC -7): Wednesday, December 13, 2023 4:00 PM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
CET (UTC +1): Thursday, December 14, 2023 1:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
JST (UTC +9): Thursday, December 14, 2023 9:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, December 14, 2023 11:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Heavy Loader (Boost Duration Kart)
Price: 5,000 Lucci
Heavy Loader License Plate
Sale Duration:
PST (UTC -7): Wednesday, December 13, 2023 4:00 PM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
CET (UTC +1): Thursday, December 14, 2023 1:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
JST (UTC +9): Thursday, December 14, 2023 9:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, December 14, 2023 11:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Heavy Loader License Plate
Price: 2,500 Lucci
Ongoing Sales
Twinkle Angel Diz Package
Sale Duration:
PST (UTC -7): Wednesday, December 6, 2023 4:00 PM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
CET (UTC +1): Thursday, December 7, 2023 1:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
JST (UTC +9): Thursday, December 7, 2023 9:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, December 7, 2023 11:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Twinkle Angel Diz Package
Price: 1,700 K-COIN
Includes:
Twinkle Angel Diz
Angelic (Heroic Speed Kart)
Angelic License Plate
Devil Marid Package
Sale Duration:
PST (UTC -7): Wednesday, December 6, 2023 4:00 PM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
CET (UTC +1): Thursday, December 7, 2023 1:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
JST (UTC +9): Thursday, December 7, 2023 9:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, December 7, 2023 11:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Devil Marid Package
Price: 1,700 K-COIN
Includes:
Devil Marid
Devil (Heroic Boost Acceleration Kart)
Devil License Plate
Carrot Attack Package
Sale Duration:
PST (UTC -7): Wednesday, December 6, 2023 4:00 PM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
CET (UTC +1): Thursday, December 7, 2023 1:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
JST (UTC +9): Thursday, December 7, 2023 9:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, December 7, 2023 11:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Carrot Attack Package
Price: 350 K-COIN
Includes:
Revolver Cylinder Wheels
Carrot Bunch Tire Mark
Dynamite Wheels
Sale Duration:
PST (UTC -7): Wednesday, December 6, 2023 4:00 PM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
CET (UTC +1): Thursday, December 7, 2023 1:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
JST (UTC +9): Thursday, December 7, 2023 9:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, December 7, 2023 11:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Dynamite Wheels
Price: 2,500 Lucci
Two-Face Viktor Package
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Two-Face Viktor Package
Price: 1,000 K-COIN
Includes:
Cyborg Viktor
Two-Face (Rare Balanced Kart)
Two-Face License Plate
Night Eagle Starter Package
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Ongoing
Night Eagle Starter Package
Price: 100 K-COIN
Includes:
Night Eagle (Heroic Balanced Kart)
Night Eagle License Plate
RP/Lucci 100% Bonus Ticket (15 Days)
Note: The time limit for RP/Lucci Bonus Tickets begins as soon as the item is purchased.
Bonus Tickets must be activated in the [Garage - Items] menu for the bonus effect to be applied.
Premium Racing Pass Package
Claim a special package to unlock your Premium Racing Pass with a wealth of Trophies and Mayor Zipi's emblem. Check out the Season 5 Racing Pass post to learn what prizes the pass will unlock!
Sale Duration:
PST (UTC -8): Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Wednesday, January 24, 2024 4:00 PM
CET (UTC +1): Thursday, November 30, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Thursday, January 25, 2024 1:00 AM
JST (UTC +9): Thursday, November 30, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Thursday, January 25, 2024 9:00 AM
AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, November 30, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Thursday, January 25, 2024 11:00 AM
Premium Racing Pass Package
Price: 1,000 K-COIN
Includes:
Premium Racing Pass
Mayor Zipi Emblem
100 Trophies
Note: The Premium Racing Pass Package cannot be purchased if the Premium Racing Pass has already been unlocked.
Special Mayor Zipi Emote Set
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Special Mayor Zipi Emote Set
Price: 200 K-COIN
Includes:
Applaud Emote (Mayor Zipi)
Dance Emote (Mayor Zipi)
Special Viktor Emote Set
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Special Viktor Emote Set
Price: 200 K-COIN
Includes:
Applaud Emote (Viktor)
Dance Emote (Viktor)
Moonhill Mayor Zipi
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Moonhill Mayor Zipi
Price: 7,000 Lucci
Gentley Kart
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Gentley (Balanced Kart)
Price: 5,000 Lucci
Gentley License Plate
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Gentley License Plate
Price: 2,500 Lucci
Mayor Zipi Emote Set
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Mayor Zipi Emote Set
Price: 13,000 Lucci
Includes:
Affectionate Emote (Mayor Zipi - Seated)
Amused Emote (Mayor Zipi - Seated)
Angry Emote (Mayor Zipi - Seated)
Bored Emote (Mayor Zipi - Seated)
Showboat Emote (Mayor Zipi - Seated)
Surprised Emote (Mayor Zipi - Seated)
Affectionate Emote (Mayor Zipi)
Amused Emote (Mayor Zipi)
Angry Emote (Mayor Zipi)
Bored Emote (Mayor Zipi)
Showboat Emote (Mayor Zipi)
Surprised Emote (Mayor Zipi)
Viktor Emote Set
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Viktor Emote Set
Price: 13,000 Lucci
Includes:
Affectionate Emote (Viktor - Seated)
Amused Emote (Viktor - Seated)
Angry Emote (Viktor - Seated)
Bored Emote (Viktor - Seated)
Showboat Emote (Viktor - Seated)
Surprised Emote (Viktor - Seated)
Affectionate Emote (Viktor)
Amused Emote (Viktor)
Angry Emote (Viktor)
Bored Emote (Viktor)
Showboat Emote (Viktor)
Surprised Emote (Viktor)
Moonhill Countdown Event
Flag Mode has entered the Mode Lab rotation, and we have a lucrative new Mission Point event to reward you for joining us on the track as we countdown towards the New Year!
Moonhill Countdown Event
Enjoy Flag Mode with your friends and work your way towards a Lucci 100% Bonus Ticket, the Big Spender Booster, and Flashy Mayor Zipi!
Event Duration:
PST (UTC -8): Wednesday, December 13, 2023 4:00 PM - Wednesday, December 27, 2023 4:00 PM
CET (UTC +1): Thursday, December 14, 2023 1:00 AM - Thursday, December 28, 2023 1:00 AM
JST (UTC +9): Thursday, December 14, 2023 9:00 AM - Thursday, December 28, 2023 9:00 AM
AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, December 14, 2023 11:00 AM - Thursday, December 28, 2023 11:00 AM
Event Details and Challenges:
Race in KartRider: Drift for the next two weeks to earn a new set of special rewards!
Challenges will award Mission Points, which unlock bonus rewards.
Note: Mission Points are not spent. Earning 300 Mission Points will unlock the 100, 200, and 300 Mission Point rewards.
Daily Challenge: Complete 1 Race
Win or lose, finishing the race will complete this challenge!
Rewards: 100 Mission Points.
Can be completed once per day, resetting at 12:00 AM UTC.
Ongoing Challenges:
Complete 30 Matchmade Races:
Rewards: 100 Mission Points.
Can be completed once during the event.
Complete 10 Speed Mode Races:
Rewards: 100 Mission Points.
Can be completed once during the event.
Complete 10 Item Mode Races:
Rewards: 100 Mission Points.
Can be completed once during the event.
Complete 5 Custom Races:
Rewards: 100 Mission Points.
Can be completed once during the event.
Complete 3 Matchmade Races while in a Party:
Rewards: 100 Mission Points.
Can be completed once during the event.
Complete 10 Mode Lab - Flag Mode Races:
Rewards: 100 Mission Points.
Can be completed once during the event.
Win 5 Mode Lab - Flag Mode Races:
Rewards: 100 Mission Points.
Can be completed once during the event.
Prizes must be claimed before the event ends, and all items sent to the Mailbox must be claimed within 30 days of receipt, or they will expire.
Lucci 100% Bonus Tickets boosts the amount of Lucci awarded from races.
Bonus Ticket begins ticking down once the ticket is delivered to your Mailbox.
Bonus Ticket effects will only apply once the ticket has been activated in the [Garage - Items] menu.
300 Mission Points: 100 K-COIN
500 Mission Points: Big Spender Booster
600 Mission Points: Flashy Mayor Zipi
Ongoing Events
Daily Reward Event (Season 5 Week 1 - 4)
Get the Raptor Brothers, an explosive new decal, a new balloon, and a pile of Lucci just by logging in during the first four weeks of Season 5!
Event Duration:
PST (UTC -8): Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Wednesday, December 27, 2023 4:00 PM
CET (UTC +1): Thursday, November 30, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Thursday, December 28, 2023 1:00 AM
JST (UTC +9): Thursday, November 30, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Thursday, December 28, 2023 9:00 AM
AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, November 30, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Thursday, December 28, 2023 11:00 AM
Event Details:
Log into KartRider: Drift and go to the Daily Reward screen under Events to claim your prizes!
Once claimed, prizes will be sent to the in-game Mailbox for you to redeem.
Prizes must be claimed from this screen before the event ends, and all items sent to the Mailbox must be claimed within 30 days of receipt, or they will expire.
Skipping a day will not skip any prizes. For example, logging in on Day 1, missing Day 2, and returning on Day 3 will reward you Login Reward 1 and 2. You must login on 14 days during the event to receive all 14 prizes.
Days begin and end at 12:00 AM UTC.
Event Rewards:
Login Reward 1: 500 Lucci
Login Reward 2: Younger Twin Raptor L
Login Reward 3: 500 Lucci
Login Reward 4: Demonic Wrath Decal
Login Reward 5: Older Twin Raptor R
Login Reward 6: 500 Lucci
Login Reward 7: Shovel Balloon (x10)
Login Reward 8: 500 Lucci
Login Reward 9: 500 Lucci
Login Reward 10: 500 Lucci
Login Reward 11: 500 Lucci
Login Reward 12: 500 Lucci
Login Reward 13: 500 Lucci
Login Reward 14: 500 Lucci
Weekend Login Event (Season 5 Weeks 1-4)
There's more Lucci for you to earn on the weekend in Season 5!
Event Duration - Weekend 1:
PST (UTC -8): Friday, December 1, 2023 4:00 PM - Sunday, December 3, 2023 4:00 PM
CET (UTC +1): Saturday, December 2, 2023 1:00 AM - Monday, December 4, 2023 1:00 AM
JST (UTC +9): Saturday, December 2, 2023 9:00 AM - Monday, December 4, 2023 9:00 AM
AEDT (UTC +11): Saturday, December 2, 2023 11:00 AM - Monday, December 4, 2023 11:00 AM
Event Duration - Weekend 2:
PST (UTC -8): Friday, December 8, 2023 4:00 PM - Sunday, December 10, 2023 4:00 PM
CET (UTC +1): Saturday, December 9, 2023 1:00 AM - Monday, December 11, 2023 1:00 AM
JST (UTC +9): Saturday, December 9, 2023 9:00 AM - Monday, December 11, 2023 9:00 AM
AEDT (UTC +11): Saturday, December 9, 2023 11:00 AM - Monday, December 11, 2023 11:00 AM
Event Duration - Weekend 3:
PST (UTC -8): Friday, December 15, 2023 4:00 PM - Sunday, December 17, 2023 4:00 PM
CET (UTC +1): Saturday, December 16, 2023 1:00 AM - Monday, December 18, 2023 1:00 AM
JST (UTC +9): Saturday, December 16, 2023 9:00 AM - Monday, December 18, 2023 9:00 AM
AEDT (UTC +11): Saturday, December 16, 2023 11:00 AM - Monday, December 18, 2023 11:00 AM
Event Duration - Weekend 4:
PST (UTC -8): Friday, December 22, 2023 4:00 PM - Sunday, December 24, 2023 4:00 PM
CET (UTC +1): Saturday, December 23, 2023 1:00 AM - Monday, December 25, 2023 1:00 AM
JST (UTC +9): Saturday, December 23, 2023 9:00 AM - Monday, December 25, 2023 9:00 AM
AEDT (UTC +11): Saturday, December 23, 2023 11:00 AM - Monday, December 25, 2023 11:00 AM
Event Details:
Log into KartRider: Drift and go to the Mailbox to claim your Lucci bonus!
Each Saturday and each Sunday you log in during the weekend will award you with 1,000 Lucci!
Days begin and end at 12:00 AM UTC.
Prizes must be claimed from the event menu before the event ends, and all items sent to the Mailbox must be claimed within 30 days of receipt, or they will expire.
Tournament Account Rental Service
Are you planning to run a KartRider: Drift tournament? We are excited to announce a new Account Rental service that allows eligible tournament managers to rent KartRider: Drift accounts.
Three types of accounts are available to rent for tournament use: Master, Submaster, or Player. Applicants can request the following maximum amounts for each account:
Master (x1)
Submaster (x1)
Player (x16): Limited only for physical in-person events, and only if approved.
Read on for details about the Account Rental process and how to submit your application.
RULES
Tournament Eligibility
A minimum of 8 players must participate in the tournament.
The tournament reward value must be a minimum of $200 USD (or equivalent).
Tournament dates and details cannot be changed once submitted. In the event of changes, applicants will need to cancel and resubmit the application. Regular lead time requirements will still apply.
Tournaments cannot be associated with a brand/product/service that promotes alcohol, cigarettes, drugs, or gambling.
Tournaments cannot have willful or excessive instances of obscenity, violence, or discrimination.
Tournaments cannot have willful or excessive ties to a political group or political causes.
Tournaments cannot be harmful to minors, culturally offensive, or otherwise deemed inappropriate by Nexon.
Rental accounts cannot be used to play any regular match outside of the approved tournament. The applicant is ultimately responsible for the usage of all rental accounts.
Rental accounts cannot be used in association with any illegal programs, inappropriate Racer names, inappropriate Livery, or any other behavior that violates Nexon's Terms of Service.
Any violation of the rules of this promotion will result in rental accounts being withdrawn regardless of the remaining rental period and future Account Rental service will be restricted.
Applicant Eligibility
The applicant must be the individual or organization that is responsible for the tournament.
The applicant must have an active and eligible KartRider: Drift account. No current ban or other restrictions on the applicant's Nexon account are allowed.
Minor accounts are not eligible for this service.
Applicant Restrictions
Applicants will be denied if they are found as violating any of the below conditions:
The applicant has attempted to circumvent any Nexon Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, or EULA policies.
The name of the applicant's Nexon Account ID and the Nexon Account ID on the application are different.
The applicant has behaved in illegal or inappropriate ways in the game including, but not limited to: Using an offensive Racer name, using an offensive Livery, etc.
The applicant has attempted to circumvent any Nexon Tournament policies.
The applicant submitted false information on the current or any previous Account Rental application.
The applicant changed or extended a tournament date within 7 days of the competition without notifying Nexon.
The applicant's tournament reward is less than the amount that was submitted.
The applicant's tournament participation (minimum players) is lower than the amount that was submitted.
The applicant failed to provide any required documents or information.
The applicant conducted a tournament that was associated with a brand/product/service that promotes alcohol, cigarettes, drugs, or gambling.
The applicant conducted a tournament that had willful or excessive instances of obscenity, violence, or discrimination.
The applicant conducted a tournament that had willful or excessive ties to a political group or political causes.
The applicant conducted a tournament that was harmful to minors, culturally offensive, or otherwise deemed inappropriate by Nexon.
The applicant used or allowed usage of rental accounts for any match that was not related to a submitted competition.
Application Lead Times
Applications must be submitted at least 14 days before the start of the tournament.
The review period may take up to 7 days. Applicants will be informed via email within this period whether their application has been approved.
If details of the tournament change, you must cancel your application and resubmit if you still wish to rent accounts for a tournament.
Resubmissions are treated as new submissions and must be sent at least 14 days before the start of the tournament.
The maximum lead time for applications is 90 days before the start of the tournament.
The Account Rental service is only available to each qualified applicant once every 3 months.
Required Submission Materials
The following materials must be submitted as part of your application:
Account Rental Application (via Google Form)
Documentation of Tournament. This may include, but is not limited to: A link to the tournament announcement, tournament poster/graphic, tournament proposal, etc.
Within 14 days following the tournament date, you must also submit:
Image/Video of Tournament. Accepted materials include: Link(s) to online video or livestream of the tournament, or a video file of the tournament.
Submitted images or video must not include personal information, including the images and names of the players or broadcasters.
Failure to provide documentation within 14 days of the tournament will result in your loss of future access to tournament account rentals.
HOW TO APPLY
If required information is not provided or Documentation of Tournament is not included, the application will be denied.
Application MUST be submitted at least 14 days before the start of the tournament.
All applications will be reviewed by the Community Team, and the team will contact you via email if/when your application is accepted.
If your application is accepted, you can learn more about how to use the rental accounts HERE.
December 6 Item Shop Update
Race with the angels with the new Twinkle Angel Diz Package, set the track aflame with the new Devil Marid Package, and accessorize your kart with the Carrot Attack Package and Dynamite Wheels!
PST (UTC -7): Wednesday, December 6, 2023 4:00 PM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
CET (UTC +1): Thursday, December 7, 2023 1:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
JST (UTC +9): Thursday, December 7, 2023 9:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, December 7, 2023 11:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Twinkle Angel Diz Package
Price: 1,700 K-COIN
Includes:
Twinkle Angel Diz
Angelic (Heroic Speed Kart)
Angelic License Plate
Devil Marid Package
Sale Duration:
PST (UTC -7): Wednesday, December 6, 2023 4:00 PM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
CET (UTC +1): Thursday, December 7, 2023 1:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
JST (UTC +9): Thursday, December 7, 2023 9:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, December 7, 2023 11:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Devil Marid Package
Price: 1,700 K-COIN
Includes:
Devil Marid
Devil (Heroic Boost Acceleration Kart)
Devil License Plate
Carrot Attack Package
Sale Duration:
PST (UTC -7): Wednesday, December 6, 2023 4:00 PM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
CET (UTC +1): Thursday, December 7, 2023 1:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
JST (UTC +9): Thursday, December 7, 2023 9:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, December 7, 2023 11:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Carrot Attack Package
Price: 350 K-COIN
Includes:
Revolver Cylinder Wheels
Carrot Bunch Tire Mark
Dynamite Wheels
Sale Duration:
PST (UTC -7): Wednesday, December 6, 2023 4:00 PM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
CET (UTC +1): Thursday, December 7, 2023 1:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
JST (UTC +9): Thursday, December 7, 2023 9:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, December 7, 2023 11:00 AM - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Dynamite Wheels
Price: 2,500 Lucci
Ongoing Sales
Two-Face Viktor Package
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Two-Face Viktor Package
Price: 1,000 K-COIN
Includes:
Cyborg Viktor
Two-Face (Rare Balanced Kart)
Two-Face License Plate
Night Eagle Starter Package
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Ongoing
Night Eagle Starter Package
Price: 100 K-COIN
Includes:
Night Eagle (Heroic Balanced Kart)
Night Eagle License Plate
RP/Lucci 100% Bonus Ticket (15 Days)
Note: The time limit for RP/Lucci Bonus Tickets begins as soon as the item is purchased.
Bonus Tickets must be activated in the [Garage - Items] menu for the bonus effect to be applied.
Premium Racing Pass Package
Claim a special package to unlock your Premium Racing Pass with a wealth of Trophies and Mayor Zipi's emblem. Check out the Season 5 Racing Pass post to learn what prizes the pass will unlock!
Sale Duration:
PST (UTC -8): Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Wednesday, January 24, 2024 4:00 PM
CET (UTC +1): Thursday, November 30, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Thursday, January 25, 2024 1:00 AM
JST (UTC +9): Thursday, November 30, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Thursday, January 25, 2024 9:00 AM
AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, November 30, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Thursday, January 25, 2024 11:00 AM
Premium Racing Pass Package
Price: 1,000 K-COIN
Includes:
Premium Racing Pass
Mayor Zipi Emblem
100 Trophies
Note: The Premium Racing Pass Package cannot be purchased if the Premium Racing Pass has already been unlocked.
Special Mayor Zipi Emote Set
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Special Mayor Zipi Emote Set
Price: 200 K-COIN
Includes:
Applaud Emote (Mayor Zipi)
Dance Emote (Mayor Zipi)
Special Viktor Emote Set
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Special Viktor Emote Set
Price: 200 K-COIN
Includes:
Applaud Emote (Viktor)
Dance Emote (Viktor)
Moonhill Mayor Zipi
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Moonhill Mayor Zipi
Price: 7,000 Lucci
Gentley Kart
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Gentley (Balanced Kart)
Price: 5,000 Lucci
Gentley License Plate
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Gentley License Plate
Price: 2,500 Lucci
Mayor Zipi Emote Set
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Mayor Zipi Emote Set
Price: 13,000 Lucci
Includes:
Affectionate Emote (Mayor Zipi - Seated)
Amused Emote (Mayor Zipi - Seated)
Angry Emote (Mayor Zipi - Seated)
Bored Emote (Mayor Zipi - Seated)
Showboat Emote (Mayor Zipi - Seated)
Surprised Emote (Mayor Zipi - Seated)
Affectionate Emote (Mayor Zipi)
Amused Emote (Mayor Zipi)
Angry Emote (Mayor Zipi)
Bored Emote (Mayor Zipi)
Showboat Emote (Mayor Zipi)
Surprised Emote (Mayor Zipi)
Viktor Emote Set
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Viktor Emote Set
Price: 13,000 Lucci
Includes:
Affectionate Emote (Viktor - Seated)
Amused Emote (Viktor - Seated)
Angry Emote (Viktor - Seated)
Bored Emote (Viktor - Seated)
Showboat Emote (Viktor - Seated)
Surprised Emote (Viktor - Seated)
Affectionate Emote (Viktor)
Amused Emote (Viktor)
Angry Emote (Viktor)
Bored Emote (Viktor)
Showboat Emote (Viktor)
Surprised Emote (Viktor)
December Highway Hangouts Livestreams
Hey Racers!
We're back with more installments of our Highway Hangout series of streams! These streams will be more casual hangout sessions with CM Smallerbee and occasionally a guest or two. We will run viewer games, license mission tips, maybe an improvised tournament, maybe a giveaway or two, and other secret bonus segments. You never know what's in store except a good time! Come check that out on:
Season 5 New Track Takeover Event!
Hey Racers!
It's time to race through concrete to claim that victory! Grind through 4 of our thrilling new Moonhill courses and you can receive our star player, Quarterback Brodi! Check out the details below on how you can claim your prize.
New Track Play Event
Event Period:
PST (UTC -8): Wednesday, November 29th, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Wednesday, December 13th, 2023 6:59 AM
CET (UTC +1): Thursday, November 30th, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Wednesday, December 13th, 2023 3:59 PM
JST (UTC +9): Thursday, November 30th, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Wednesday, December 13th, 2023 11:59 PM
AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, November 30th, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Thursday, December 14th, 2023 1:59 AM
Event Details:
Play all 4 of the new Moonhill themed tracks from the Season 5 at least once!
Finish in Matchmaking games only.
Retired players are not eligible.
Custom games are not counted.
Rewards will be distributed after the event period is over.
New Twitch Drops starting November 29!
Claim Twitch Drops while watching Twitch Streamers play KartRider: Drift, with the Steelwheeler Pack available starting on November 29.
You can unlock Steelwheeler License Plate, 2,000 Lucci, and the Steelwheeler Kart by watching a total of 3 hours of Twitch streams with the "Drops Enabled" tag by Thursday, December 14!
Twitch Drop Campaign Duration:
PST (UTC -8): Wednesday, November 29, 2023 6:30 PM - Thursday, December 14, 2023 5:00 PM
CET (UTC +1): Thursday, November 30, 2023 3:30 AM - Friday, December 15, 2023 2:00 AM
JST (UTC +9): Thursday, November 30, 2023 11:30 AM - Friday, December 15, 2023 10:00 AM
AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, November 30, 2023 1:30 PM - Friday, December 15, 2023 12:00 PM
The next Twitch Drop Campaigns will run during the following periods, featuring new sets of rewards:
December 16, 1:00 AM - January 1, 1:00 AM UTC
January 4, 1:00 AM - January 23, 1:00 AM UTC
Welcome to Season 5: Moonlight Race!
Season 5 of KartRider: Drift has arrived, and we're visiting the dazzling lights of Moonhill City! We've revamped the UI to make for a smoother experience, brought out a ton of new characters and tracks, and more changes, plus a special appearance from the superstars of BLACKPINK! Check out everything in Season 5 below!
Season 5 Patch Notes
Season 5 Duration:
PST (UTC -8): Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Wednesday, January 24, 2024 4:00 PM
CET (UTC +1): Thursday, November 30, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Thursday, January 25, 2024 1:00 AM
JST (UTC +9): Thursday, November 30, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Thursday, January 25, 2024 9:00 AM
AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, November 30, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - Thursday, January 25, 2024 11:00 AM
Season 5 Major Changes:
New Moonhill Track Theme, plus a total of 8 new Tracks!
4 new KartRider: Drift characters, and 4 visiting BLACKPINK characters!
Lobby, Garage, and Shop UI Improvements.
Infinite Boost Mode is being moved to the Mode Lab, and will be available on a 2-week cycle.
Duo Mode removed, and Grand Prix will be restricted to specific playtime windows.
When the season ends, there will be an Off-Season until the beginning of the next season.
This Off-Season is a rest period until the beginning of the next season, with no season content such as Racing Passes or Daily/Premium Challenges.
KartRider: Drift | BLACKPINK
The global superstars BLACKPINK are hitting the tracks of KartRider: Drift! Join us throughout Season 5 with a collection of special in-game BLACKPINK prizes to earn and purchase! Learn more in the KartRider: Drift | BLACKPINK post.
Season 5 Racing Pass
Speed into Moonhill City with the Season 5 Racing Pass, featuring new looks for characters both new and old, including the brothers Raptor L and Raptor R! Learn more in the Season 5 Racing Pass post.
November 29 Item Shop Update
Season 5 arrives in Moonhill City with special packages and deals that feature two of the city's most... distinguished citizens, the 'humble' Mayor Zipi and the sinister Viktor! Learn more in the November 29 Item Shop Update post.
Season 5 Events
Season 5 has arrived with a new slate of special events, including a wealth of Lucci to earn just for logging in, new characters to collect, and special prizes to earn on the track! Learn more in the Season 5 Events post.
KartRider: Drift | BLACKPINK
The global superstars BLACKPINK are hitting the tracks of KartRider: Drift! Join us throughout Season 5 with a collection of special in-game BLACKPINK prizes to earn and purchase!
Pink Venom Supercar Package
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Pink Venom Supercar Package
Price: 1,000 K-COIN
Includes:
Pink Venom Supercar (Rare Speed Kart)
BLINK License Plate
Pink Venom Booster
BLACKPINK Logo Decal
Shut Down JISOO Package
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Shut Down JISOO Package
Price: 750 K-COIN
Includes:
Shut Down JISOO
Affectionate Emote (JISOO - Seated)
Bored Emote (JISOO - Seated)
Showboat Emote (JISOO - Seated)
Affectionate Emote (JISOO)
Showboat Emote (JISOO)
Talented Emote (JISOO)
Shut Down JENNIE Package
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Shut Down JENNIE Package
Price: 750 K-COIN
Includes:
Shut Down JENNIE
Affectionate Emote (JENNIE - Seated)
Bored Emote (JENNIE - Seated)
Showboat Emote (JENNIE - Seated)
Affectionate Emote (JENNIE)
Cheer Emote (JENNIE)
Showboat Emote (JENNIE)
Shut Down ROSÉ Package
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Shut Down ROSÉ Package
Price: 750 K-COIN
Includes:
Shut Down ROSÉ
Affectionate Emote (ROSÉ - Seated)
Bored Emote (ROSÉ - Seated)
Showboat Emote (ROSÉ - Seated)
Affectionate Emote (ROSÉ)
Excited Emote (ROSÉ)
Showboat Emote (ROSÉ)
Shut Down LISA Package
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Shut Down LISA Package
Price: 750 K-COIN
Includes:
Shut Down LISA
Affectionate Emote (LISA - Seated)
Bored Emote (LISA - Seated)
Showboat Emote (LISA - Seated)
Affectionate Emote (LISA)
Showboat Emote (LISA)
Tricky Emote (LISA)
BLACKPINK Signature Set
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
BLACKPINK Signature Set
Price: 200 K-COIN
Includes:
JISOO Signature Decal
JENNIE Signature Decal
ROSÉ Signature Decal
LISA Signature Decal
Special JISOO Emote Set
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Special JISOO Emote Set
Price: 200 K-COIN
Includes:
Applaud Emote (JISOO)
On Stage Emote (JISOO)
Special JENNIE Emote Set
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Special JENNIE Emote Set
Price: 200 K-COIN
Includes:
Applaud Emote (JENNIE)
On Stage Emote (JENNIE)
Special ROSÉ Emote Set
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Special ROSÉ Emote Set
Price: 200 K-COIN
Includes:
Applaud Emote (ROSÉ)
On Stage Emote (ROSÉ)
Special LISA Emote Set
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Special LISA Emote Set
Price: 200 K-COIN
Includes:
Applaud Emote (LISA)
On Stage Emote (LISA)
Special JISOO Emoji Set
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Special JISOO Emoji Set
Price: 150 K-COIN
Includes:
Bluffing Emoji (JISOO)
Dancing Emoji (JISOO)
Happy Emoji (JISOO)
Lovestruck Emoji (JISOO)
Mad Emoji (JISOO)
Sad Emoji (JISOO)
Shocked Emoji (JISOO)
Sleepy Emoji (JISOO)
Special JENNIE Emoji Set
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Special JENNIE Emoji Set
Price: 150 K-COIN
Includes:
Bluffing Emoji (JENNIE)
Dancing Emoji (JENNIE)
Happy Emoji (JENNIE)
Lovestruck Emoji (JENNIE)
Mad Emoji (JENNIE)
Sad Emoji (JENNIE)
Shocked Emoji (JENNIE)
Sleepy Emoji (JENNIE)
Special ROSÉ Emoji Set
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
Special ROSÉ Emoji Set
Price: 150 K-COIN
Includes:
Bluffing Emoji (ROSÉ)
Dancing Emoji (ROSÉ)
Happy Emoji (ROSÉ)
Lovestruck Emoji (ROSÉ)
Mad Emoji (ROSÉ)
Sad Emoji (ROSÉ)
Shocked Emoji (ROSÉ)
Sleepy Emoji (ROSÉ)
Special LISA Emoji Set
Sale Duration: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (End of Maintenance) - End of Season 5 Off-Season
