GT Drift Legend showcases high-speed drifting action with a blue sports car sliding around the corner in style.

Whether you’re a seasoned drift racer or new to the drift scene, GT Drift Legend delivers an adrenaline‑pumping drift experience that’s easy to pick up but hard to master. In this guide, you’ll learn exactly which keys to use, pro tips for smooth slides, and where to find more drift resources on our site.

GT Drift Legend Controls

Getting the right key bindings is crucial for nailing those perfect drifts. Below is the complete keyboard setup for GT Drift Legend (you can use either Arrow Keys or WASD to move your car) drift hunters:

• Car Movement:
  • Accelerate: ↑ Arrow or W
  • Brake/Reverse: ↓ Arrow or S
  • Steer Left: ← Arrow or A
  • Steer Right: → Arrow or D
• Handbrake: Space
• Pause: Esc
• Gear Shift Up: Left Shift
• Gear Shift Down: Left Ctrl
• Neutral Gear: N
• Boost/NOS: F
• Slow Motion Replay: G
• Look Back Camera: B
• Change Camera View: C
• Start/Stop Engine: I
• Record/Playback: R / P
• Indicators & Lights:
  • Hazard: Z
  • Left Indicator: Q
  • Right Indicator: E
  • Low Beam: L
  • High Beam: K

Mastering Drifts and Slides

1. Initiate the Slide
   Approach turns at moderate speed, tap the handbrake (Space), then quickly counter‑steer (←/→ or A/D) while modulating throttle (W or ↑).
2. Throttle Control
   Once you’re sideways, feather the accelerator (W/↑) to maintain a balanced slide. Over‑throttle and you’ll spin; under‑throttle and you’ll lose momentum.
3. Gear Management
   Stay in 2nd or 3rd gear for tighter cornering. Use Left Shift to upshift just before the turn, and Left Ctrl to downshift if you need more power on exit.
4. Boost Usage
   Save NOS (F) for exit bursts — tap it as you straighten out to gain precious speed without sacrificing control.

For deeper drift mechanics, check out our Advanced Drift Techniques and brush up on general car handling in the Racing Game Controls Guide.

Why These Controls Work

• Dual Layouts: Arrow Keys and WASD cater to both traditionalists and ergonomic enthusiasts.
• Dedicated Handbrake: Spacebar gives instant rear-wheel lock for crisp drift initiation.
• Quick Gear Changes: With your pinky on Ctrl/Shift, shifting feels almost seamless.

Additional Resources

• Official game page: GTR Drift Legend on Drift‑Hunters
• Learn the art of drifting: Drifting (motorsport) – Wikipedia

For any questions or to share your best drift clips, head over to our Game FAQs and join the community discussion!

With this setup and these tips, you’re ready to conquer every curve in GT Drift Legend. Practice makes perfect — see you on the leaderboards!