SHIFU: Traffic Masters Steam Demo Released

Chinese solo developer Boxy.Poly has released a playable demo for SHIFU: Traffic Masters, an upcoming physics-based driving game set in 1990s China. The title is scheduled for release on PC via Steam later this year.

Players operate various workhorse vehicles, including delivery trucks, police cars, and taxis, navigating crowded streets modeled after northern China. Each vehicle type presents unique handling challenges while performing duties such as transporting cargo, chasing criminals, or ferrying passengers. The gameplay emphasizes exaggerated ragdoll physics, requiring careful management of swerving to prevent cargo spills or missed deadlines.

The experience includes real-time weather mechanics that affect road conditions, adding further complexity to navigation. Beyond standard jobs, the game offers street racing modes utilizing city shortcuts, a free arcade mode for custom rules, and free roam options for map exploration. Visually, the title combines low-poly graphics with a soft VHS filter to evoke its specific era.