Here we will be posting official #DRIVE Rally Updates info and patchnotes:

Version 0.5.1.1 -> 0.5.1.2

The first official #DRIVE Rally Patch (v0.5.1.2) is ready! The major focus of this patch is to address optimization issues and eliminate unexpected stutters and FPS drops. Please enjoy the game and report any issues!

Fixes:
• Fixes to optimization.
• Fixes to Part Part Buy Popup that showed wrong status even if Driver had enough money to buy certain part.
• Fixes to some leaderboards showing absurd times or XX:XX.XXX values as time.
• Fixed issue with disappearing key binding list in Options->Controls.
• Fixed issue with not working navigation while leaving closeup view of interactable elements in Championship Logbook.
• Fixes to UI navigation in Options.
• Fixes to Options that were not updated upon language change.
• Fixes to Welcome Popup.
• Fixes to PhotoMode.
• Added 1,5 second delay on reset car position button hold.
• Main menu reorder. CHAMPIONSHIPS are now on top of main menu.
• Added Epilepsy warning to the Welcome Popup.

Version 0.5.1.2 -> 0.5.1.7

The next official #DRIVE Rally Patch (v0.5.1.7) is ready! This patch will introduce new feature along with leaderboards saving time issues.

AI Difficulty Settings - From now on you can now choose from three different settings - EASY, MEDIUM, HARD.

Ghosts nameplates - From now on, you'll be able to see the ghost driver's name above their car. The game will randomly choose an opponent based on your current leaderboard time, always selecting someone ahead of you on the leaderboard.

Fixes:
• NEW FEATURE: AI Difficulty Settings in Gameplay Options.
• Leaderboard times saving and upload fixes.
• Fixed issue for occasionally ghosts not showing during the race.
• Added driver nameplates to the ghosts, so you know whose time you're trying to beat. •

Version 0.5.1.7 -> v0.5.2.1

New Update for #DRIVE Rally (v0.5.2.1) is live! This update introduces the brand-new car—The Geneve 1975—along with significant improvements to the time penalty system. We’ve also added new features to tackle excessive corner-cutting and incorporated various Quality of Life improvements suggested by the community.

New Features:
• Introduced a slow-down feature that activates when you stray too far off-road.
• Added extra safety tire walls to all short rally stages across all maps to prevent corner-cutting. The remaining tracks will be updated in future patches.
• Disabled time penalties for breaking racing objects (tapes, nets, flags, direction signs, tire walls). While you'll still be slowed down when hitting them, no additional penalties will apply.
• Disabled time penalty for Car Resetting. Wrecking a car is a punishment in itself.
• Added top-down camera option. – now you can experience the race like in the classic #DRIVE game

Fixes:
• Gamepad input adjustments for better control.
• Tweaked drifting physics for smoother handling.
• Fixes to car colliders.

New Car:
• With this update, we're excited to introduce the highly requested and anticipated new car! Let's welcome The Geneve 1975 in all its glory!

v0.5.2.1 -> v0.5.3.0

Today’s update is only available on Steam. In the coming week, this update and its fixes will be finalized and released on other stores.

The latest #DRIVE Rally update (v0.5.3.0) is live! Responding to community feedback on pacenotes, we’re enhancing the Co-Pilot reaction system across all four locations. Drivers now have the choice between two pacenote modes – Emotional, Standard and option to turn them off completely. Emotional mode resembles the current setup, with added Co-Pilot comments and reactions based on your driving. Standard mode is a simpler option, providing only the essential pacenotes without any additional shouting or roasting.

Feel free to test this feature and share your feedback here or on our Steam Forum.

New Features:
• New Gameplay Option: Co-Pilot pacenotes - EMOTIONAL, STANDARD and OFF

Fixes:
• Updated pacenotes across all four locations. (Holzberg, Dry Crumbs, Revontuli, Vinh Vang)

v0.5.3.0 -> v0.5.4.2

The latest update, v0.5.4.2, introduces The Doggo 1984, available in three variants: CL, RS, and XR. We’ve also added new features—Car Painting! Car painting will allow you to customize your rally beasts with 6 unique livery designs and 12 color presets per car, available for in-game $500 each.

New Features:
• New Garage Customization Option: Car Paint.

New Car:
• The Doggo 1984 in CL, RS, and XR variants.

Thank you very much. When will the game come out of "Early Access"?

We have not yet set any official date for 1.0 release, but we know that it is planned for 2025.

Thanks for replying. Last question - where is the Linux version? GOG has it listed, but it's not available for download.

v0.5.4.2 -> v0.6.0.3

We’re excited to bring you a new update (v.0.6.0.3) that adds tons of content to #DRIVE Rally, including a brand-new map, cars, and features! Here’s what you can expect:

Welcome to Rio Guacamole
Race through the vibrant streets and diverse landscapes of Rio Guacamole! With 24 regular tracks and 24 reversed tracks, this new map is packed with action—whether you're tearing through the desert, cruising the colorful city streets, or navigating the wild jungle.

Co-Pilot Juan
Say hello to Juan, your new Co-Pilot from the PepperBoi Racing Team! Leaving behind his mariachi lifestyle, Juan’s here to guide you through every twist and turn on the tracks. With his quick calls and charm, you’ll have the support you need to conquer Rio Guacamole’s toughest challenges. He’s ready to race—are you?

PepperBoi Team Championships
The PepperBoi Team Championships set in Rio Guacamole will put your skills to the test as you team up with Juan and the crew. Starting with the tough and stylish The Ladybug CL, you’ll race across the vibrant desert, city streets, and jungle wilds. Compete in exciting stages, and see if you’ve got what it takes to rise through the ranks with the PepperBoi Team!

New Cars
Three brand-new cars are making their debut, each with three car classes and over 40 different parts:

- The High Five 1981
- The Shustryy 1977
- The Ladybug 1973

Plus, with 12 color options and 6 patterns for each car, the customization possibilities are almost endless!

Free Roam Mode
Explore maps at your own pace, get familiar with every turn, and discover exciting bonuses like car upgrades or extra in-game cash. Collect all 7 hidden letters scattered across the map to unlock the next location for Free Roam exploration. The available maps for Free Roam now include:

- Holzberg
- Dry Crumbs
- Revontuli
- Vinh Vang
- Rio Guacamole

Free Roam Mini Map
To make navigation easier, the Free Roam mode comes equipped with a mini map that helps you find your way.

Car Dashboard & Mirror Addons
Each map features 5 hidden addons for your car’s dashboard and mirror. Once unlocked, you can customize your car’s interior in the garage. Each vehicle can be equipped with one dashboard and one mirror addon to personalize your ride.

Finally, a Human Touch
We heard your feedback and decided to address it, and we’re pleased to announce that you can see your Co-Pilot and Driver sitting inside the car. No more ghostly self-driving cars. From this point on, your Co-Pilot Juan and others will be right there with you.

Behind-Car Camera & Top-Down Camera: You’ll see your Co-Pilot and Driver.
Interior Camera: You’ll see your Co-Pilot, your Driver hands are hidden.

New Achievements & PhotoMode Stickers
We’ve introduced 8 new achievements tied to the Rio Guacamole Map and Free Roam Mode, offering fresh challenges and rewards for players to unlock. Alongside the new content, we’ve expanded PhotoMode with brand-new stickers—bringing the total to 74 stickers—so you can capture your rally adventures with even more style!

Now it's not even listed as linux compatible anymore. Did I -once again- burn money because of false advertisings?

The La Lunette Update is live! This update introduces the brand new car - La Lunette 1996, along with track improvements and fixes to car handling physics.

v0.6.0.3 -> v0.6.0.7 - La Lunette Update

Fixes:
- Updated tracks on Holzberg and Dry Crumbs map.
- Improved e-brake response.
- Adjusted car physics for better handling.
- Fixed wheel collision issues.
- Fixed an issue with car getting stuck underground.
- Improved car responsiveness when landing after a jump.
- Adjusted font sizes for better readability on Steam Deck.

New Car:
- La Lunette 1996, available in three classes: CL, RS, and XR.
- 6 unique livery designs and 12 color presets, available for in-game $500 each. GoG had issues with updating our product page on time. At the moment Linux version is delisted from GOG because of GoG Galaxy launcher combability issues. Sorry for the inconvenience.

v0.6.1.0 -> v1.0.0.0 - #DRIVE Rally Full Release

Welcome to Tofuyama
Drift through the tight streets and scenic coastlines of Tofuyama! With 24 normal and 24 reversed rally stages, this vibrant city map blends seaside cliffs, tranquil lakes, iconic bridges, and cherry blossom-lined roads into a true driver’s playground.

Co-Pilot Yoshiro
Meet Yoshiro, the calm and composed Co-Pilot from the DejaVu Repairs Team. With a deep understanding of the winding mountain roads of Tofuyama, Yoshiro delivers clear and precise calls to keep you ahead of the curve. Focused, confident, and cool under pressure—he’s the perfect partner for tackling the toughest rally challenges. When Yoshiro’s in the passenger seat, you know it’s time to drive at your best.

DejaVu Repairs Team Championships
Join Yoshiro and the DejaVu Repairs Team in the heart of Tofuyama, where sharp turns and coastal climbs await. Starting your journey with the agile and iconic The Froggie CL, you'll push your limits through cherry blossom-lined streets, cliffside bridges, serene lakes, and neon-lit mountain passes. Master the demanding stages and prove you've got what it takes to climb the ranks and earn your place among the best of DejaVu Repairs!

Party Mode
Get the crew together and turn up the competition in Party Mode – a brand-new local hot seat multiplayer experience! Up to 12 players take turns racing on selected stages, each trying to clock the best time and climb the leaderboard. Pick your favorite car, choose a stage, pass the controller, and let the rally madness begin. Perfect for couch competitions and bragging rights – may the fastest driver win!

New Cars
Three brand-new cars are making their debut, each with three car classes and over 40 different parts:
The Froggie 1970, Hachitofu 1985 andThe Clouder 1994.

Patch Notes v1.0.0.0

Championship Mode Progression Changes
- The Championship selection screen now includes a "Reset Progress" button, allowing you to reset progress for individual championships.
- Championship progression has been reworked: you now need to complete specific championships to unlock corresponding cars. If you played during Early Access and purchased a car before completing its respective championship, it will remain unlocked.
- Only The Geneve, The Doggo, La Lunette, and The Croquet will be available for purchase without completing a championship, as they were added during Early Access and aren't tied to any progression.

New Features & Content
- Unique sound effects for every car in the game.
- Added new map: Tofuyama with 24 normal and 24 reversed rally stages.
- Added new co-pilot: Yoshiro
- Added new team and championships: DejaVu Repairs
- Added Party Mode (Hot Seat local multiplayer for up to 12 players).
- Added 3 new cars in 3 classes each. Added 5 new interior collectibles.
- Added 7 collectible letters on the Tofuyama map.
- Added 4 new achievements.
- Added new environment sound effects to all locations.
- Updated dirt and drift sound effects.
- All Global Leaderboards have been reset.

Gameplay & UI Improvements
- Added gameplay option to change keyboard steering input curve.
- Added gameplay option to change Keyboard setting type curve.
- Added gameplay option to change Gamepad setting type curve.
- Added "Steering Wheel" curve to the Gamepad setting type option.
- Added gameplay option slider to adjust gamepad deadzone.
- Added gameplay option to toggle off gamepad vibration or change its strength.
- Added gameplay option to reset all Championships progress.
- Improved textures optimization. Improved asset loading times.
- Updated localization and in-game UI translations.
- Added car covers for locked cars in Quick Race UI.
- Added new UI status for cars locked behind Championships progression.
- Updated steering wheel sizes in car interiors.
- Updated racing assets penalties.

Fixes
- Fixed issues with missing Ghosts in Global Leaderboards.
- Fixed issues with missing times in Global Leaderboards.
- Fixed issues with loading wrong car class data in Global Leaderboards.
- Fixed issues with unlocking collectible letters in Free Roam while offline.
- Fixed issues with maps displayed as locked in Free Roam Mode UI.
- Fixed achievements not tracking progress correctly.
- Fixed collision issues in Championship UI 3D assets.
- Fixed saving issues related to Championship progression.
- Fixed Championship Leaderboards data view in the logbook.
- Fixed missing Co-Driver photos in the Championship logbook.
- Fixed Co-Driver voiceover glitches.
- Fixed steering wheel and gamepad recognizing.
- Fixed missing racing assets.

Hello. Thank you for making the game!

Does full release mean that there will be no new features added in the future?
To be specific, I was hoping for the game to have 1. hood/bumper camera and 2. custom championships.

Patch Notes v1.0.0.3

Fixes
- Fixes to collision sound effects not working every time.
- Fixes to sound effects sliders groups not including proper sounds.
- Fixes to camera feedback during car collisions.
- Fixes to Drivers Ghosts loading system.
- Fixes to Car and Car Parts unlocks system.
- Fixes to Co-Pilot Pacenotes reactions.
- Turned off Drivers Ghosts in Championships.


FYI: If you're still missing cars or parts after completing a specific Championship, don't worry. You can re-unlock them by opening the Championship Logbook and clicking again on the Car or Part Coupon. You'll need to do this separately for each car or part that's softlocked.

New Feature
- Co-Pilot Pacenotes Timing Option - From now on in gameplay option you have ability to choose one of three Co-Pilot Timing presets: EARLY, STANDARD and LATE.

Bug Report Form
If you would like to report any issues with the game please use our Bug Report Form.
https://forms.clickup.com/24321588/f/q67hm-16395/YRTFUIVZZB1L7GNN7O

Hikari Update - Patch Notes v1.1.0.2

Today’s update continues our ongoing support for #DRIVE Rally following its 1.0 release.

We’d like to say a massive thank you to everyone who’s been playing, leaving feedback, posting reviews, and reporting bugs. The good, the bad, and everything in between – we’re listening, and it genuinely helps us make the game better.

What’s New? Penalty System Rework
One of the biggest focuses of this update is a complete overhaul of the penalty system – something we’ve been wanting to revisit for a while now.

The Old System
Previously, the penalty system worked like this:

- If you went off-road (even slightly), you got slowed down.
- If you hit racing tapes or nets, you got slowed down even more.
- If you went too far off-road, your car would be reset to the road and you’d get a 3-second time penalty.

With the old penalty system, two main problems started to show.
First, corner cutting was just too effective — going full speed through turns and going offroad didn’t slow you down enough to make it a bad idea. And then there was the unexpected one: some players figured out that instead of braking into a corner, they could just slam straight through racing tapes or nets to slow the car down instead. People were using our track barriers as a braking tool. That's not exactly what we designed them for.

The New System
So, here’s what we’ve changed:

- We’ve removed the slowdown effect for simply going slightly off-road (like with 1 or 2 wheels).
- We’ve reduced heavily the slowdown effect for hitting racing objects like tapes and nets.
- Instead, if you go far enough off the main route, you’ll now see a new “OFFROAD!” warning popup.
- While OFFROAD popup is active, your car will be slowed down until you return closer to the main road.
- Go even deeper off-track? Just like before, your car will reset and you’ll get a 3-second penalty.

We believe this approach will encourage more technical and skillful driving, while at the same time discouraging unrealistic stage cutting and making most of the old skipping spots useless.

Leaderboard Reset
Since this update significantly changes how you race, we’ve decided to reset all online leaderboards.
It’s a fresh start for everyone to compete fairly using the improved penalty system. So grab your favorite car, hit the track, and go climb that board!

New Car
We are also adding a totally new car - Hikari 1995, available in three classes: CL, RS, and XR. With 6 unique livery designs and 12 color presets, available for in-game $500 each.

New Music
Okay, we’ll admit it — that main menu beat was getting a bit old. If you've played the game for more than ten minutes, you’ve definitely heard it on loop at least 300 times. We knew it was time for a change.

So, we went digging. Really digging and hey, we found some absolute bangers.

Now, when you boot up the game, you’ll be greeted by “Eigengrau” by Nihilore instead of that same old womp-womp loop. It’s fresh, it slaps, and it sets the mood a lot better. But that’s not all — we’ve added a full lineup of new tracks that you’ll hear during the racing.

They come from some seriously cool artists: Nihilore, hellstar.plus, ROZKOL and Rrrrrose Azerty. All the tracks are released under Creative Commons Attribution licenses (3.0 and 4.0), which means we can share them with you directly in the game, and credit the awesome artist behind them properly.

Playlist

Nihilore
- Eigengrau (new main menu track)
- No Escape
- We Were Young, We Were Wrong, We Were Gone
- Used
- Nobody
- Do Not Look Back
- Parasite
- Hunger
- Motion Blur
- Send Help

hellstar.plus
- dm_02
- GIRL MODE

ROZKOL
- Chase Scene
- Club Thump
- Hitchhiker Effect (Instrumental)
- Machine Masochist
- Serf Song

Rrrrrose Azerty
- Drifting on the fash

Pinatsu Update - Patch Notes v1.1.1.0

Today’s update continues our ongoing support for #DRIVE Rally following its 1.0 release.

What’s New? A Car!
We are adding a totally new car - Pinatsu 1998, available in three classes: CL, RS, and XR. With 6 unique livery designs and 12 color presets, available for in-game $500 each.

Changes
- Updated PhotoMode Focus Distance.
- Fixes to VinhVang OFFROAD slowdown effect.
- Fixes to Party Mode audio.
- Fixes to audio sources, which may help improve performance and reduce mini lags for some players.