General Questions
What is AotearoaDrift?
AotearoaDrift is a free social gaming platform themed around New Zealand's drift racing culture. We offer three entertaining games using virtual currency only.
Is AotearoaDrift free to play?
Yes, completely free! There are no costs, no in-app purchases, and no hidden fees. Everyone starts with 1,000 drift points and can reset anytime.
Do I need to create an account?
No account required! Your progress is automatically saved to your browser using local storage.
Can I play on mobile?
Absolutely! AotearoaDrift is fully responsive and works on all devices including phones, tablets, and desktops.
Do I need to download anything?
No downloads necessary. Play directly in your web browser.
Virtual Currency
Can I buy drift points with real money?
No. AotearoaDrift is a virtual currency platform only. You cannot purchase points with real money.
Can I cash out or exchange points for real money?
No. Drift points have zero real-world value and cannot be exchanged for money, goods, or services.
What happens if I run out of points?
Click the "Reset Progress" button in any game to reset your points back to 1,000. You can do this unlimited times.
Are points shared between games?
Yes! Your drift points work across all three games on the platform.
Games
What games are available?
We offer three games: Drift Slots (slot machine), Turbo Dice (dice prediction), and Drift Poker (video poker).
Are the games fair?
Yes. All games use standard random number generation to ensure fair, unpredictable outcomes for every player.
Can I play multiple games at once?
Games must be played one at a time, but you can switch between them freely using the same point balance.
How do I learn the rules?
Each game includes built-in instructions and paytables. Visit our How It Works page for detailed guides.
Progress and Saving
Is my progress saved automatically?
Yes! Progress saves automatically to your browser's local storage after every action.
Why did I lose my progress?
Progress can be lost if you:
- Clear your browser cookies or cache
- Use private/incognito mode
- Switch to a different browser or device
- Have cookies disabled
Can I transfer progress to another device?
No. Progress is saved locally per browser and device.
Can I reset my progress?
Yes! Each game has a "Reset Progress" button that restores your points to 1,000.
Technical
Which browsers are supported?
All modern browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge (latest versions recommended).
Why isn't the site working?
Common fixes:
- Refresh the page
- Clear your browser cache
- Enable JavaScript and cookies
- Update your browser
- Try a different browser
Do you have an app?
Not currently. AotearoaDrift is a web-based platform accessible through any browser.
Privacy and Safety
Is my data safe?
Yes. We collect minimal data and store your game progress locally on your device. See our Privacy Policy for details.
Do you sell my information?
Never. We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties.
How do I delete my data?
Clear your browser's cookies and local storage for AotearoaDrift.com, or contact privacy@aotearoadrift.com
Why is there an 18+ age requirement?
Even though we use virtual currency only, we maintain an 18+ requirement to ensure our platform is used by mature audiences.
Responsible Gaming
Is this gambling?
No. AotearoaDrift is not gambling because:
- No real money is involved
- Virtual currency has no real-world value
- You cannot deposit or withdraw money
- It's purely for entertainment
How can I play responsibly?
- Set time limits for yourself
- Take regular breaks
- Remember it's entertainment only
- Visit our Responsible Gaming page
Where can I get help if needed?
Visit our Responsible Gaming page for resources including links to support organizations.
Community
How do I join the community?
Simply start playing! Visit our Community page to learn about events and competitions.
Are there leaderboards?
Leaderboard features are currently in development and will be added in future updates.
Can I compete with friends?
You can share your scores and achievements with friends. Multiplayer features are planned for future updates.
Support
How do I contact support?
Visit our Contact Us page or email support@aotearoadrift.com
How long does support take to respond?
We typically respond within 24-48 hours during business days.
I found a bug. What should I do?
Report it to tech@aotearoadrift.com with details about your browser, device, and what happened.
Still Have Questions?
Check our Help Center for detailed guides or contact us directly!