Touge Battles — Mountain Pass Duels
Touge (峠) battles are 1-on-1 downhill mountain pass races, inspired by Japanese street racing culture and Initial D.
How It Works
- Two players face off on a narrow mountain road
- Lead / Chase format: The lead driver must stay ahead; the chase driver tries to overtake
- Races take place on real-world inspired touge routes, including:
- Mount Haruna / Akina Pass — the iconic Initial D downhill
- Bandai Azuma — high-speed mountain sweepers
- Hakone Turnpike — technical tight corners
- Damage is enabled (cosmetic) — contact matters
- Winner earns credits and touge ranking points
Tips for Touge
| Tip | Detail |
|---|---|
| Drift, don't grip | Rear-wheel drive and drift tunes outperform grip builds on narrow roads |
| Know the course | Memorize corner sequences — one mistake ends your run |
| Block the inside | When leading, protect the racing line into corners |
| Late brake | The chase car can brake later — use the tow to close in |
Car Meets
Inspired by Tokyo's real-life Daikoku Parking Area, Car Meets are social hubs where players gather to show off their cars, trade designs, and cruise together.
Features
- Showcase your garage — park and display your best builds
- Trade paint & tunes — share liveries and setups
- Cruise convoys — form groups and drive together
- Photo ops — meet locations have curated photo spots
- Random encounters — meet players outside your friends list
Where to Find Meets
| Location | Vibe |
|---|---|
| Daikoku PA (Tokyo Bay) | Classic — the original, always busy |
| Shuto Expressway Rest Stop | Highway meets, high-speed builds |
| Mount Akina Summit | Touge crowds after races |
| Fuji Speedway Parking | Track day atmosphere |
Auction House Returns
The Auction House has been confirmed to return at launch. Key updates:
- Sell & bid on rare cars using in-game credits
- Aftermarket Cars — some rare vehicles are available for direct purchase, reducing the need to snipe auctions
- Price floors — minimum bid limits prevent token manipulation
- Search filtering — filter by class, make, buyout price