Put simply, i beleive this is the finest game ever made for any video system. The story line is immersive, the gameplay is tremend, the characters are excellent.
When i first got hold of this game back in '99 i wasnt expecting much, but this was the best investment i have ever made, bar final fantasy 7.

if you do not own this game, please buy it.
thats all there is to be said.

From the music (Japanese acid) to the lokos, thjis game is a winner, and by far my favourite racing game for the PS2. If you like games like gran tusimo, please do not buy as this game will be a disappointment, as it relies on gameplay, and not millions of different car tunings.