Are you a streamer or content creator who wants to be more involved in KartRider: Drift? Well check out all the information on our partnership program, Pit Crew!
What Is Pit Crew?
Pit Crew is a program where streamers and content creators can sign up to receive special rewards, giveaway opportunities, special promotion on our social channels, and even more! You may be familiar with Bean Brigade for MapleStory, or Soul Streamers for Mabinogi. Pit Crew is that program for KartRider: Drift!
Who Can Join the Pit Crew?
Anyone can apply! However, there are a few requirements to be admitted to the program. These requirements change depending on the type of content creator, so make sure you head over to the main Pit Crew page for more information!
[COMPLETED] Scheduled Maintenance - Jan 18
[Update 3:00 PM PDT JAN 18] The maintenance has been completed.
KartRider: Drift will undergo maintenance for 2 hours on January 18, starting at 1:00 PM PT.
Maintenance Duration:
PST (UTC -8): 1:00 PM JAN 18 - 3:00 PM JAN 18
CET (UTC +1): 10:00 PM JAN 18 - 00:00 AM JAN 19
JST (UTC +9): 6:00 AM JAN 19 - 8:00 AM JAN 19
AEST (UTC +11): 8:00 AM JAN 19 - 10:00 AM JAN 19
Note: Maintenance schedule is an estimate and subject to change.
Maintenance Details:
KartRider: Drift will be unavailable.
Changes and Updates:
Lowered the difficulty of the B2 License mission "11. Duel 1".
Fixed an issue where playing License missions on Android and iOS devices with custom controls enabled could cause the client to crash.
Fixed an issue where Duo and Squad play were not enabled when Quick Matching with a party of 2.
Fixed an issue where Week 8 Premium Challenges were erroneously displaying.
Fixed an issue where certain words were erroneously blocked from being used in Racer names.
Fixed an issue where some prices were set or displayed incorrectly in some regions (Brazil, Israel, Malaysia, and Peru).
Fixed an issue where some players were unable to purchase K-COIN.
Fixed an issue where the range of AI matching was set wider than intended.
Matchmaking may slow down after the issue is fixed.
Please turn ON the Practice Mode from matching option to race against AI Racers.
Fixed other issues.
Disconnect and Mistaken Account Restrictions Resolved
Hey Racers!
We have discovered an issue that caused some players to disconnect and mistakenly have matchmaking restrictions/bans applied. We have confirmed this was caused by a data setting error, and this error has been resolved as of Thursday, January 12th at 2:30 AM PST. We sincerely apologize to any Racers affected, and we will be sending out a gift as compensation.
[Solved - Disconnect / Restriction Issue due to Data Error]
Issue Details
Some Racers experienced a disconnect followed by matchmaking restrictions due to a data setting error
Recipients of Compensation
Racers who were unable to access the game due to these restrictions
Compensation Details
Affected Racers will receive 2,000 Lucci.
Compensation will be sent to the Mailbox and must be claimed within 30 days.
Known Issue - iOS/Android Custom Controls in License Missions
Hey Racers!
We have discovered an issue on Android and iOS devices. Enabling custom controls and attempting to complete License missions may cause KartRider: Drift to crash.
Disabling custom controls and switching to Control Type A, B, or C will allow you to reliably access License missions.
We are doing our best to fix this issue, but in the meantime please use the above workaround to access License missions on the Android and iOS platforms.
Thank you for your patience, and we are sorry for any inconveniences caused.
Known Issue - iOS/Android Custom Controls in Licensed Missions
Hey Racers!
We have discovered an issue on Android and iOS devices. Enabling custom controls and attempting to complete License missions may cause KartRider: Drift to crash.
Disabling custom controls and switching to Control Type A, B, or C will allow you to reliably access License missions.
We are doing our best to fix this issue, but in the meantime please use the above workaround to access License missions on the Android and iOS platforms.
Thank you for your patience, and we are sorry for any inconveniences caused.
The KartRider: Drift Preseason Begins!
Welcome to the KartRider: Drift Preseason! Racers from around the world can hop in their karts and hit the tracks on Steam, Nexon Launcher, Android, and iOS devices. There are no more resets or progress wipes from here on out!
Pick between 16 characters and 25 karts and go for gold in Speed Mode or battle against your friends in Item Mode. You can unlock new appearances for the characters, customize your karts with new additions and custom-made decals, and more. If you're new to KartRider: Drift, take a look at the Game Introduction Page to learn more about this new kart racer!
Preseason is getting a hot start with loads of events and chances to earn loot! The first KartRider: Drift Racing Pass is available now with a suite of rewards to earn as you rise through the ranks. The Item Shop is also open for business with a smokin' collection of gear to deck out your ride, available for purchase with K-COIN and Lucci! Lastly, keep a lookout for events to load you up with even more loot to kick off Preseason in style!
Claim Your Preseason Racing Pass!
Preseason is here, and there's a Racing Pass for you to complete for a wide array of prizes. Work your way through the 40 levels of the Racing Pass and claim a variety of rewards including Lucci, K-COIN, Emotes, Characters, Karts, and more!
The Item Shop is open for business! In addition to a wide variety of items purchasable with Lucci (earned from events or by playing) and K-COIN (premium currency), there are four packages that can be purchased with Lucci right now and the Livery First Step Package is available for purchase with K-COIN!
We've been working for a long time on KartRider: Drift, and you've been along for the ride through each beta test. As thanks for your help and your endless patience, we're distributing the Closed Beta rewards to everyone who logs into KartRider: Drift until further notice!
Closed Beta 1 Reward: CBT License Plate
Closed Beta 2 Reward: Mine Cart
Closed Beta 3 Reward: Pit Chief Brodi
These rewards have been sent to the in-game Mailbox. Please make sure you claim your rewards promptly with your first login to KartRider: Drift, as all items sent to the in-game Mailbox expire after 30 days.
Note: While Racers who participated in Closed Beta 2 were promised a White Cloud Balloon item, this has been changed to the Mine Cart Kart. We appreciate your understanding.
Model Student Diz and Special Platform Item Distribution
We're also distributing Model Student Diz and the Special Platform Items mentioned in this post. If you didn't pre-register, no need to worry: Model Student Diz will be granted to everyone that logs into KartRider: Drift until further notice! The Special Platform Items will also be available to anyone that logs into KartRider: Drift on each individual platform, and Xbox and PlayStation rewards will be claimable when KartRider: Drift arrives on those consoles.
These items will be sent to your Mailbox upon logging into KartRider: Drift for the first time. Please claim them promptly, as all items sent to the in-game Mailbox expire after 30 days. Note that only the Steam, Nexon Launcher, Apple iOS, and Android platform awards are available at this time.
Preseason Livestream Schedule and Information
Hey Racers!
We are so excited to announce our Preseason livestream schedule!
Come hang out with CM Smallerbee as we celebrate Preseason's official opening! You can catch all the action Thursday, January 12th at 2:00 PM PST. We'll have lots of cool things to show off and even some giveaways, so make sure to be there!
That's not our only stream though. We will be back in February for the first official installment in our Highway Hangout series of streams! These streams will be more casual hangout sessions with CM Smallerbee and occasionally with a guest or two. For this first one though, it's just Smallerbee and whatever giveaways he runs! Come check that out on Wednesday, February 1st at 2:00 PM PST.
Don't forget to head to our Discord server to sign up and play on stream!
These livestreams will be available on the following platforms:
Racers on Steam, Nexon Launcher, Apple iOS, and Android will be able to start downloading KartRider: Drift at 2:00 AM UTC on Tuesday, January 10 so you are ready to race once Preseason begins!
Nexon Launcher (PC): Download the Nexon Launcher, sign-in and use the KartRider: Drift page to download the game client!
Note: Racers who joined us for the Global Racing Test on iOS and Android should remove the Global Racing Test client from their devices before installing the client for Preseason in order to ensure proper gameplay.
Note: KartRider: Drift will be available on Xbox One and PlayStation 4 later this year, but will be unavailable for the Preseason period. Any progress gained during Preseason will be carried into Season 1, including Racers that go on to play on Xbox One and PlayStation 4.
Pre-Download Begins:
PST (UTC -8): 6:00 PM Monday, January 9, 2023
CET (UTC +1): 3:00 AM Tuesday, January 10, 2023
AEDT (UTC +11): 1:00 PM Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Note: The Pre-Download schedule for each platform may change, if that occurs we will update this post with additional information.
Preseason Begins:
PST (UTC -8): 6:00 PM Wednesday, January 11, 2023
CET (UTC +1): 3:00 AM Thursday, January 12, 2023
AEDT (UTC +11): 1:00 PM Thursday, January 12, 2023
Play or Pre-Register to unlock Model Student Diz!
Get your Model Student Diz today, and learn about the unique platform-specific rewards that you'll earn when playing on Nexon Launcher, Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, Android, or iOS! Model Student Diz will be available during Preseason, and you have until the end of Season 1 to claim her by playing!
As we are drawing ever closer to the launch of Preseason with loads of events, celebrations, and most importantly, giveaways, we have one more reward coming your way.
To celebrate KartRider: Drift coming to Steam, if 125,000 players add KartRider: Drift to their wishlist, all Steam players will receive the I Can’t Drive! sticker during Season 1!
Don’t forget to wishlist us on Steam and also nab the exclusive Comet Muscle and Comet Brodi items during Preseason and Season 1.
Happy Holidays From the KartRider: Drift Team!
Hey Racers!
On behalf of everyone on the KartRider: Drift team, we wanted to wish everyone a very happy holiday season! We hope whatever you're celebrating (or not!) is full of joy and laughs. I wish I had a present to give you all, but the only thing I have is the fact that Preseason kicks off in less than 3 weeks!
