Midnight Drift is a great throwback to overhead racers like Micro Machines but with a heavy focus on drifting physics. The mountain tracks are long and winding, which makes for some really satisfying runs when you nail a sequence of drifts. I particularly liked the customization—being able to change 'Auras' and skid mark colors is a nice touch.
The controls (tilt or arrows) are responsive, and the snow map adds a good level of variety. It's a simple, focused racing game that doesn't bloat itself with unnecessary features. For the price, it's a solid experience for any drift enthusiast.
The physics here are far too floaty. I understand it's an 'arcade' drifter, but there needs to be a sense of weight to the cars. Right now, it feels like you're sliding a bar of soap across a wet floor. I've played real simulators, and while I don't expect that here, I do expect the car to behave predictably.
The aesthetic is okay if you like the '80s neon vibe that everyone seems to be doing lately, but the tracks are repetitive and the AI is practically non-existent. It’s a game that looks better in screenshots than it feels in your hands. It lacks the polish of the bigger racing franchises on the App Store. A mediocre effort at best.
Performance: Occasional frame drops on high settings.
Buy if: You want a quick, visually pleasing drift game for 5 minutes.
Skip if: You care about car physics or depth in a racing game.
Available on: iPhone, iPod
Version 1.5Fri Feb 09 2024
Updated to Work on New Devices
Changed Default Controls to Arrows
Redesigned Images, UI, & Animations
Redesigned Track Scores Page
New App Icon
Backend Coding Changes/Optimization
Bug Fixes
Midnight Drift is an overhead racing game with drift physics. Earn drift points and compete in time trials on full length downhill mountain tracks.
Worldwide ranking system: See where your drift scores and track times rank up against everyone else.
Fully customize cars: Paint, Auras, Body Kits, Skid Mark Colors, Engines, etc.
Unique track design: Course design unlike any other game, no boring track loops. Snow map included!!
Control your car with tilt controls, or arrows
19 Achievements with unique challenges.
Requires iOS 12.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.Midnight Drift is an overhead racing game with drift physics. Earn drift points and compete in time trials on full length downhill mountain tracks.
Worldwide ranking system: See where your drift scores and track times rank up against everyone else.
Fully customize cars: Paint, Auras, Body Kits, Skid Mark Colors, Engines, etc.
Unique track design: Course design unlike any other game, no boring track loops. Snow map included!!
Control your car with tilt controls, or arrows
19 Achievements with unique challenges.






Midnight Drift is an overhead racing game with realistic drift physics. Players compete in time trials on full-length downhill mountain tracks, avoiding boring loops in favor of unique course designs. The game features a worldwide ranking system, 19 achievements, and extensive car customization including paint, auras, body kits, and skid mark colors. Includes multiple control schemes (tilt or arrows) and a special snow map for added challenge.
Overhead racing with drift physics
Full car customization (Paint, Auras, Body Kits)
Worldwide ranking system
19 unique challenge achievements
To get a high ranking, maintain long, continuous drifts through corners. Upgrading your car's engine and body kit will help you maintain speed during tight maneuvers.
Players navigate complex downhill tracks using physics-based drifting to earn points and set the fastest times for the global leaderboard.
Yes, it includes several downhill mountain tracks and a specific snow map.