Drift Hunters is one of the few mobile and web games today that has not only maintained its popularity over a long period of time, but has also grown it even further. With over 60 million plays, it remains a top choice for drifting enthusiasts.
The game’s biggest highlight is its drift system, which, while seemingly simple, is actually quite challenging to master. Perhaps this is why it continues to attract players of all ages even after so many years of its launch.
Another great feature of this game is that Drift Hunters is not just a normal drift game, but it has such a great feature of car tuning and upgrading that the player can customize his car according to his driving style.
While it may not be as in-depth as console-level tuning, this feature is considered a significant step forward in the world of web games. Many online games only offer basic tuning or cosmetic changes, but in Drift Hunters, it’s possible to completely change a car’s performance by upgrading and tuning every part of it.
In this article, we’ll explain every tuning option available in Drift Hunters in simple terms. Whether you’re a new player or a longtime player, the information provided here will help you increase your car’s drift score exponentially. This guide is based entirely on the actual in-game settings, allowing you to tune your car to suit your drift style.
Drift Hunters 2 is also now available for free on TopSpeed, an even better and more advanced version of the first game. But in this guide, we’ll take a closer look at the entire tuning structure of the classic Drift Hunters to make your gaming experience even better.
Before we begin, it’s important to understand that improperly tuning a drift car can have a significant impact on its performance. Many players unconsciously apply extreme settings, such as pushing the wheels out too far, lowering the car excessively, or simply turning everything to max without considering the handling.
While this tuning may look attractive and allow the car to perform some good drifts initially, it can be difficult to maintain long drift chains. So, in this guide, we’ll also explain which settings you should avoid and which ones can boost your car’s score.
Now, let’s first discuss the two main sections available in Drift Hunters that allow you to upgrade or tune your car PARTS and TUNING. Both sections are easily accessible from the main menu and affect your car’s performance in two completely different ways.
It is very important to understand both of these properly because PARTS increase the power and basic capability of the car, whereas TUNING actually tunes it according to the driving style.
Drift Hunters Car Parts
| Features | Work | Initial settings | Pro Settings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | Increases braking and handbrake power | Street | Pro |
| Weight | Increases car stability | Street | Pro |
| Gearbox | Improves torque and acceleration | Racing | Pro |
| Turbo | Increases the speed and power of the car | Max | Max |
| Engine | Increases the overall strength of the car | Racing | Pro |
| Front Camber | Front Grip and Handling | -3 to -4 | -5 to -6 |
| Rear Camber | Rear Grip and Traction | -2 to -3 | -4 to -5 |
| Front Offset | Correct wheel fitment | 2–3 cm | 3 cm |
| Rear Offset | Rear wheel fitment | 2–3 cm | 3 cm |
| Front Height | Stance and Control | -2 cm | -3 to -5 cm |
| Rear Height | Suspension Flex | -3 cm | -5 cm |
| Brake Balance | balance of braking | Default | Default |
| Brake Pressure | braking intensity | Medium | Preference Based |
The PARTS section is the backbone of Drift Hunters. Here, you can make essential upgrades to your car that completely transform its speed, torque, handling, and control.
Each upgrade comes in four levels: STOCK, STREET, RACING, and PRO. STOCK is the car’s default state, while PRO is the most expensive and most impactful upgrade.
To purchase these upgrades, you need to spend CR, or credits, which you earn by drifting. You get 25,000 CR at the start of the game, which you can use for initial upgrades.
If you initially purchased an expensive car and are running low on credits, don’t worry. The best part about Drift Hunters is that you can always come back and upgrade.
Brakes
The Brakes upgrade increases your car’s braking and handbraking capabilities. Better brakes mean you’ll have more control over your car during drifts and when entering drifts. This upgrade is especially important for building long drift chains.
Weight upgrades improve a car’s stability. As weight increases, the car sticks to the road more firmly and its grip increases, resulting in better handling. A heavier car can feel smoother in drifts.
Gearbox torque of the car
Gearbox upgrades increase the car’s torque. This increased torque allows the car to pick up speed faster and improves acceleration. This upgrade is essential if you want to achieve smoother entry at high speeds.
Turbo Speed
Turbo boosts both a car’s top speed and acceleration. The higher the turbo, the faster the car will accelerate and the easier it will be to achieve drift angles. However, a lower turbo boost is better initially as it makes the car easier to handle.
Engine Upgrades
Engine upgrades increase your car’s overall power. As your engine improves, the performance of every part of the car improves. This upgrade is expensive, but it’s essential if you want to play the game for a long time.
TUNING CAR
Now let’s move on to Drift Hunters’ most fun and unique feature—tuning. Once you select the TUNING option in the main menu, you’ll be presented with a variety of settings that allow you to completely customize your car’s grip, speed, angle, stance, and control. In our experience, if you’ve upgraded the turbo in the PARTS section, the tuning possibilities open up even more.
Turbo boosting performance
Turbo pressure is the most important part of tuning. Setting it to maximum allows for optimal utilization of the car’s power and speed. However, if you need more control or are new to the game, it’s best to lower it a little.
Front Camber
Front camber indicates the angle of the wheels to the ground. Negative camber causes the wheels to lean outward, and positive camber causes them to lean inward. Negative camber provides more grip during drifts. Generally, -5 to -6 degrees provides the best balance for the front wheels.
Rear Camber
Rear camber works just like front camber. Rear camber affects the car’s traction. Excessive negative camber can cause the car to skid, while a moderate amount of negative camber is ideal for drifting.
Front Offset
Front offset indicates how far the tire is in or out relative to the fender. Too much positive or negative offset can make the car unstable while drifting, so a 3 cm offset is generally considered optimal.
Rear Offset
Rear offset uses the same technology as the front. It’s important to maintain a balanced offset at both the front and rear to maintain a good stance and smooth drifting.
Brake Balance
Brake balance determines whether the car will stop more forward or backward when braking. The default setting is best for most players, as braking in Drift Hunters is very sensitive.
Front Height
Front height changes the car’s stance. Setting it too low or too high can make the car unstable in drifts. -3 to -5 cm is considered optimal for setting the front.
Rear Height
Rear height has a greater impact on the car’s suspension. Keeping it at -5 cm gives the car better stability during drifts.
Brake Pressure
Brake pressure is entirely up to your preference. Braking in Drift Hunters is an all-or-nothing situation. So, if you prefer power drifting, a little more pressure may be better.
The real benefits of further tuning and pro upgrades
Once you’ve unlocked all the cars and accumulated enough CR, you can purchase PRO upgrades. PRO upgrades significantly enhance a car’s capabilities and increase the effectiveness of tuning significantly. Once you reach this level, your car will feel almost like a pro drifter.
Once you understand all these tuning settings, you can set your car up to suit your style and pull off long, beautiful, and high-scoring drifts without any difficulty. That’s the beauty of Drift Hunters—the more you play, the more you learn, and the more you learn, the better you play.