
Early Access
Yes, but updates are hit or miss. Last updated 2 months ago, with about 1 update per month.
Last checked Oct 22, 2026
Rise as a drift master and missile car mechanic! DRIFT ISLAND is an open-world drift build-and-drive game. Create unique 'missile cars,' tune them, shred sideways, and test your skills! Earn cash, upgrade parts, and become a true drifting legend!
Jul 27, 2026 · Patch note
Hotfix Update (opens in new tab)
Changelog Added the missing M8 vehicle - a new car now available in the game. Added a notification informing the player about missing parts preventing the vehicle from driving. Fixed a paint/skin issue on the T86 vehicle. Improved loading of default keyboard input bindings. Enhanced the performance and stability of opening/closing the map window. Improved o…
Jul 27, 2026 · Build
Public branch build 24409268
Latest build time Steam reports for the public branch.
Jul 22, 2026 · Patch note
DRIFT ISLAND - Hotfix Update (opens in new tab)
DRIFT ISLAND - Hotfix Update Controller Default Settings Fix We've fixed an issue where some players were receiving incorrect default controller bindings. Controls should now be assigned properly when starting the game, providing a smoother experience from the very beginning. Localization Improvements Various localization fixes and text corrections have bee…
Jul 21, 2026 · Patch note
DRIFT ISLAND - Huge Update #12 (opens in new tab)
DRIFT ISLAND - Huge Update #12 Mission System - First Version Missions have arrived! Complete objectives, improve your skills, and earn rewards as you progress through the game. This first version introduces a set of beginner-friendly missions designed to teach the core mechanics of DRIFT ISLAND. Learn how to build your car, install and replace parts, under…
Feb 19, 2026 · Patch note
DRIFT ISLAND - Update #11 (opens in new tab)
DRIFT ISLAND - Update #11 Stability & Save System Improvements We refactored a large portion of the game code to significantly improve overall stability and save file security. We have eliminated the majority of potential crashes. This was extremely important to us, as many of you reported these issues. We are confident that the current version is noticeabl…
DRIFT ISLAND last posted a patch note 2 months ago (Jul 27, 2026: Hotfix Update (opens in new tab)).
It got about 1 update per month over the last year and is sporadic (23/100). 4 of the last 12 months had at least one update day. Not enough of a cadence to call it regular.
No. It shipped a build or patch note within the last 90 days, though updates are hit or miss.
DRIFT ISLAND: 7 updates in the last 12 months, avg every 37 days. The chart shows the last 12 months, including months with zero patch notes. Counts are dated patch and update posts, not branch builds.
| Month | Updates |
|---|---|
| November 2025 | 0 |
| December 2025 | 2 |
| January 2026 | 1 |
| February 2026 | 1 |
| March 2026 | 0 |
| April 2026 | 0 |
| May 2026 | 0 |
| June 2026 | 0 |
| July 2026 | 3 |
| August 2026 | 0 |
| September 2026 | 0 |
| October 2026 | 0 |