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LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Starting today, Nexon’s upcoming board game, KartRider: Drift, opens pre-registration for racers in preparation for the game’s launch on PC (Steam and Nexon Launcher), Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and mobile (iOS and Android). Kartracer fans who pre-register can receive a special character Model Student Diz when the game is officially launched. In addition, an upcoming cross-platform play test will be announced soon.

KartRider: Drift features multiple game modes and features, for thrilling racing gameplay no matter which platform you choose to play.

  • 3 exciting game modes – Racers can test their grit in “Speed ​​Mode”, a fast mode that tests a racer’s reaction skills and strategy using boosts. “Item Mode” offers a wide variety of useful items to attack opponents or defend their allies. Finally, racers can challenge their friends in ‘Custom Race’.
  • Sharp graphicsKartRider: Drift delivers bright and colorful graphics directly to racers’ screens, no matter what platform they choose to play on (PC, console or mobile).
  • Deep customization – Karts can be customized to suit each player’s unique style.

Platform Specific Exclusives:

  • For every platform KartRider: Drift will launch on (Nexon Launcher, Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, iOS, Android), there will be an exclusive character and kart theme for its specific platform.

  • Racers can claim this exclusive reward by playing the game within 90 days of launch. Each exclusive platform can only be redeemed once per account.

Don’t miss out on these exclusive, limited-time rewards and in-game items – Sign Up Today!

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About Kartrider: Drift

KartRider: Drift is Nexon’s new multiplayer kart racing party game, inspired by previous titles in the franchise, with drift-driven racing action and with multiple game modes and deep kart and character customization in stunning Unreal® Engine 4 graphics. Available on Steam, the Nexon Launcher, consoles (Xbox and PlayStation), and mobile (iOS and Android) at launch, KartRider: Drift offers free-to-play, online cross-platform play and progression to challenge friends regardless of the platform they choose.

Launched in 2004, the original KartRider was the first title in Nexon’s legendary kart racing series, and went on to become hugely popular in Asia and beyond, with over 380 million players in the eighteen years since its release. As a franchisee, KartRider has established a strong brand in Asian markets and a huge eSports presence in Korea with an official competition starting in 2005. It remains the longest running eSports league to date.

About Nexon America Inc.

Founded in 2005, Nexon America Inc. provides outstanding free-to-play online game expertise and live game support, drawing on the strengths of NEXON Co., Ltd. (“Nexon”) are exploited and applied for a uniquely Western audience. Nexon America has consistently supported iconic franchises such as: MapleStory and Mabinogic for more than a decade, breaking records and enthralling players. With new projects on the horizon, Nexon America maintains the parent company’s pioneering and innovative spirit, focusing on the player and designing the best possible gameplay experiences for the western market.

About NEXON Co. Ltd.

NEXON Co., Ltd. (Nexon) (3659.TO), founded in 1994, is a company engaged in the production, development and exploitation of online games and virtual worlds. Nexon was first listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in December 2011, Nexon was listed on JPX400 in 2015 and added to the Nikkei Stock Index 300 in 2017. In 2020, Nexon was added to the Nikkei 225. Nexon currently has over 45 live games on multiple platforms, including mobile and available in more than 190 countries. Major game franchises include: MapleStory, KartRider and Dungeon&Fighter. In 2021, Nexon completed the acquisition of Embark Studios AB, a company based in Stockholm, Sweden, that is developing multiple projects for worldwide release.