Underplayed Gems

JDM: Rise of the Scorpion (2024)

JDM: Rise of the Scorpion cover
Genres
Racing, Simulation, Sports
Rating
3.8 of 5, 1,667 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

Driving a retro Japanese car on winding mountain roads with a focus on skill and story feels intense yet relaxing.

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What players say

Players are split on the physics: some say drifting feels great after upgrades, others insist the prologue made handling worse than the demo. The manga-style story and Japanese setting get consistent praise, while the AI and performance on mid-range hardware draw criticism. Console controller support can be finicky, and drag racing is teased as a future feature.

Screenshots

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