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Gran Turismo 4 (PS2)

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Platform:   PlayStation2
4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (143 customer reviews)

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  • Platform:   PlayStation2
  • BBFC Rating: Parental Guidance
  • Media: Video Game

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Product Features

  • New physics engine adding a higher level of realism in cars, which allows for cars to be handled easier
  • More than 5,000 polygons per vehicle capture exceptional detail, right down to the disc brakes behind the wheel
  • Up to 100 courses including Nurburgring, New York City, the Grand Canyon, Tsukuba Circuit, Fuji Speedway, Citta di Aria, Hong Kong, Costa di Amalfi and others
  • More than 500 vehicles encompassing manufacturers from around the world with a range from vintage to modern models seen today
  • All vehicles are fully customizable from racing tires to gear ratio
  • Race opponents posses advanced artificial intelligence, which allows for behavior that captures human-like emotion
  • Refined replay mode with broadcast-quality graphics
  • Four race modes including: GT Career 'Simulation' Mode, GT Online Mode, GT Arcade Mode and GT Photo Mode

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  • ASIN: B00009N2KS
  • Release Date: 9 Mar 2005
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (143 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 845 in PC & Video Games (See Bestsellers in PC & Video Games)

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Amazon.co.uk Review
Polyphony Digital's Gran Turismo 4 is one of 2005's biggest releases and, to boot, one of the most important PS2 games yet. What makes it such a significant title?

First up, Gran Turismo 4 is bigger and better than previous games in the record-breaking series. Much bigger, in fact: there are some 500 cars to drive, and around 100 courses on which to take those motors for a spin. Every single car is a perfectly modelled replica of its real-life equivalent, containing much more detail than the car models found in Gran Turismo 3. And it shows: thanks to this increased level of detail, GT4 edges the series ever closer to photorealism.

By far the biggest of Gran Turismo 4's many attractions is its online play. Over the Internet or using a local area network of PS2 consoles, it will be possible for six people to meet and race, each with their own cars. The prospect of an online Gran Turismo community is certainly something to look forward to.

As Gran Turismo continues to evolve, Polyphony Digital ups the ante by making each new instalment more comprehensive than the last. Gran Turismo 4 follows that admirable trend: its driver AI is more lifelike, its physics engine is more complex, its engine noises sound closer to the turbines mimicked... and there's more of everything. To top it all, GT4 boasts improved handling over GT3. All this work should achieve the desired result: Gran Turismo fans will be kept happy and new converts will be made. --Jonti Davies

Product Description
In Gran Turismo 4 the characteristics of the cars are realistically designed and calculated so that they handle as per the real-life physics of that particular vehicle, taking into account weight, speed, friction, wind and more. New technology immerses the player in real-life environments such as New York City and the Grand Canyon. Highly detailed vehicles and environment mapping create broadcast-quality graphics, from light and competitor car reflections on the player's automobile to leaves on a tree shaking in the wind.

In offline gameplay, players will have the opportunity to race in enhanced arcade and simulation modes, experiencing more than 500 authentic automobiles from manufacturers around the world, with a range from vintage to modern vehicles. Courses include existing closed racing circuits to specially designed city courses, reaching a total count of up to 100 tracks.

The online mode features a robust system for players to race with up to six other players and interact and chat with others to form an automotive community.

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars 4get what you think you know and drive., 13 Mar 2005
By CjK "fallen_2052" (UK) - See all my reviews
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First off, i need to tell you that if you are looking for the perfect racing game then this is the one for you. There is no need for Gran Turismo to suddenly turn around with "Gran Turismo Underground" which would have serious speed and urban settings. This series is good enough to carry on like it was without a random overhaul because it thinks it needs to get with the times. Gran Turismo is back and to be honest i could never even imagine for a split second that it could look as good as it does. No matter how much i like PS2 more than the other consoles, its hard not to notice that it is aging and to come out with graphics that look so close to real life is stunning.
Beginning with a beautiful and dramatic sequence we are thrown back into Gran Turismo world, ready to yet again throw our social lives away. Im really suprised at the fact that its been on sale for about 3 days and it has already made every other driving game on the market look old. The general gameplay formula is usual but with many impressive improvements such as taking a photo. The driving test are back and aggrevating as ever but with graphics this good im not complaining. The way each car handles is beautiful and unique. This game could count as your other life its that huge and with so much to do, so many great tunes and the best graphics you can get on the ps2 who wouldnt want it? (apart from people who dispise driving games obviously). This IS the real driving simulator and its about time you get this game if you havent already because it is pure fun. Im really impressed with ps2s graphics lately, what with, Metal Gear Solid 3,Killzone,Mercanaries and now Gran Turismo 4, it seems ps3 is going to be even better than anybody could have imagined. I hope you found this review helpful if you were wondering whether or not to get it, i think you definitely should, if unsure, you can always rent it but i think this is the best in the genre.
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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Hooooray!, 11 Mar 2005
By J. B. Chapman (London, UK) - See all my reviews
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Wow. Bought this last night. Played it last night. Got very little sleep...

Firstly, there is just so much to it. More tracks than ever before. More cars ditto, including some real oddballs, not just the overwhealming Japan-orientated theme from GT3. Fancy driving something from before WW1? Gullwing Merc? Certainly Sir/Maam
Secondly, it looks so gooood... No really. Photo real is nearly a reality. And the detailing is fantastic. All the way round the Nordschliefer (and it is the full circuit!) the details are spot on, the graffiti, armco, the lot. You can even "aim for the tallest tree" going in to The Carousel, full on Fangio moments.
Thirdly, the cars drive very realistically. Don't confuse this with being easy. The cars will slide a lot more - with fishtailing, tankslappers, under and oversteer - than in many other racing/driving games. But then this isn't a game (according to the people who made it anyway), this is a simulation...

Other options I have not had a chance to check out properly... but I have a feeling that will take a lot of time so don't expect an update any time in the near future.

Buy this and lose your life.

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14 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Ultimate Driving Game?, 30 Jan 2006
Not quite. Finally we get to read actual reviews of the game and not the 100 or so pre-release speculations.

GT4 is of the usual high quality you expect from the series. You can feel the different handling characteristics of each car and there is a good selection of racing tracks to test your skill. GT4 retains the tyre wear feature and this really affects the handling. In long races, you need to consider pit stops as part of your strategy just like a grand prix. Of the cars, there is a large model range from your every day cars to extreme racing ones. Unlike some games, these are based on real cars not made up ones. The cars also have the usual options for improvements when you can afford it.

Difficulty ranges from easy to very hard which means the game is accessible to all skill levels. Sure you can 'cheat' at the beginning by putting in the effort to get a powerful car but you won't be able to do this later in the game where driving skill counts.

Realistic handling, wide range of cars and circuits, and progressive difficulty levels - this game will take some time to finish.

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5.0 out of 5 stars brilliant better than the rest
i got a ps2 the first month it came out and now i own a ps3 and i have to say that gran turismo 4 is far superior to any game on either console okay so the graphics arent as good... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Dan Power

5.0 out of 5 stars Gran Turismo 4
Before I start, it is well worth saying that this is, quite literally, the best driving game EVER. Gravity physics, sharp graphics, over 700, yes, 700, cars to choose from, and... Read more
Published 10 months ago by R. Thorpe

5.0 out of 5 stars Best game I've ever played........Period
I've always been a huge fan of the GT series. I remember being so excited about playing the first Gran Turismo on the PS1 when it first came out. Read more
Published 13 months ago by RM

2.0 out of 5 stars Very Poorly Designed.
I picked up a copy of this game not too long ago, excited after playing GT1 and 2 for so many years now, I was really looking forward to see all that kick ass racing in brilliant... Read more
Published 15 months ago by L. C. Powell

5.0 out of 5 stars The ultimate race game...once you crack it
I've never been into racing games, but this has all changed since I bought this game. GT4 is potentially a stunning race sim ... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Rob B.

1.0 out of 5 stars Eye Candy - thats all.
Sure the graphics are good - for PS2 standards, but the gameplay is too slow. I got bored after 15 minutes and gave this away.
Published 19 months ago by Gez

5.0 out of 5 stars The greatest game ever on PS2
I was new to the Gran Turismo series when I bought the fourth game, and from the minute I turned it on I knew I was in for a great game. Read more
Published 19 months ago by F. Moriarty

5.0 out of 5 stars very good
this game is one of the best games i have ever played. i have had i since i 1st came out in march-april 2005. Read more
Published 20 months ago by twat

2.0 out of 5 stars Gran Turismo 4
This game looks really good but when you get down to playing it
you quickly discover its very hard.. Read more
Published 21 months ago by peasly

4.0 out of 5 stars Screeeeeeeeeech
There are big problems with this. The first is the power slides. The noise you get if you lock or slide a wheel can only be likened to fingernails on a blackboard. Read more
Published 21 months ago by The Dutch Kaiser

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