Summary
Gran Turismo 7recently received Update 1.54, which adds a fleet of new cars, new World Circuit events, PS5 Pro-related enhancements, wider support for GT Sophy AI, and bug fixes, among other things. The new update forGran Turismo 7is available right now for both PS5 and PS4 players.
Following anothertease from developer Polyphony Digital’s CEO Kazunori Yamauchi, a fresh lineup of cars from brands, ranging from Ford to Porsche, has arrived inGran Turismo 7. Interestingly, it turns out that the new additions were accurately guessed by the community, based on the obscure peek shared by Yamauchi last week. The new cars added to the game include everything from a flashy vintage sports car to a utilitarian off-roader.
In Update 1.54,Gran Turismo 7devs have introduced five new cars, namely Ford Escort RS Cosworth ’92, Mercedes-Benz W 196 R ’55, Porsche 911 Turbo S (992) ’20, Porsche Mission X ’23, and Suzuki Jimny Sierra JC ’18. While the Ford can be bought from the Used Cars Dealership, the Mercedes F1 racing car can be obtained from Legend Cars. Similarly, the two Porsche sports cars are available from Brand Central, along with Suzuki’s off-road vehicle. Besides contributing to thegrowing list ofGran Turismo 7cars, devs have also included new joinees on the list of World Circuit events, with the Porsche Cup available at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, Race of Turbo Sportscars taking place at Mount Panorama Circuit, and the Jimny Cup available at Grand Valley South.
Moreover, a Gran Turismo World Series Celebration Race has also been shipped in the new update, letting players go through the races that will also feature in the Grand Final at Gran Turismo World Series 2024 World Finals, the franchise’s annual esports tournament. As part of this, two different titles, the Manufacturers Cup and the Nations Cup, are up for contention. Each of these eventsoffers 500,000Gran Turismocredits, making it a whopping 1 million credits that are currently on the line.
There are also certain game improvements for those who want to playGran Turismo 7on the high-end PS5 Pro console. Among these enhancements are improved PSSR, ray-traced reflections, 8K resolution support, and an optimized VR Mode experience. Additionally, the GT Sophy AI is now compatible with Trial Mountain Circuit and Tokyo Expressway—East Clockwise as well.
Over the past few years, Polyphony Digital has regularly brought a good amount of new content to the 2022 racing title, including GT Sophy AI, PSVR2 upgrade, and more. However, not all of these updates have been a hit with fans. One update from earlier this year, Update 1.49, infamously interfered with the physics ofGran Turismo 7’s AI cars, jeopardizing player experience. With another content drop out of the way, the Sony-owned studio will hope that the new changes and additions make fan opinion about the game stick to the positive side.
Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.54 Patch Notes
The following is a list of the main features and adjustments introduced in the new update for Gran Turismo 7.
1.Cars
- The following five cars have been added:
・Ford Escort RS Cosworth ‘92 (available at the Used Cars dealership)
・Mercedes-Benz W 196 R ‘55 (available at the Legend Cars dealership)
2.PlayStation 5 Pro
Support for the PlayStation 5 Pro has been enhanced, with the following additions:
・We added a mode that combines higher Image quality and frame rate performance by fully utilizing the PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) for PlayStation 5 Pro.
・Ray-traced reflections have been introduced during races, with the option available by selecting “Prioritize Ray Tracing/Resolution” in the Display settings:
・8K resolution compatibility.
・Enhanced rendering quality in VR Mode.
・Smoother video playback in VR Mode, achieved through the VR Positional Reprojection function.
3. Gran Turismo Sophy
- Gran Turismo Sophy is now implemented for the following track layouts:
・Trial Mountain Circuit
・Tokyo Expressway - East Clockwise
Please note that the Gran Turismo Sophy mode is only available on the PS5 version of Gran Turismo 7.
・ Extra Menu No.42: Collection: Ferrari Speciale (Collector Level 48)
6. Brand Central
- New Museum entries have been added for the following brand:
7. GT Auto
- Car Maintenance & Service
Engine Swaps are now available for the following cars (unlocked at Collector Level 50):
・Nissan GT-R Premium edition T-spec ‘24
・Porsche 911 GT3 RS (991) ‘16
・Volvo 240 SE Estate ‘93
・KMC
・Motegi Racing
The following brands have been added to Preset Decals in the Livery Editor:
・Rotiform
8. Scapes
- “Colorado” has been added as a featured Curation in Scapes.
Other Improvements and Adjustments
1. Cars
- We have added the cockpit view to the following car:
・Mercedes-Benz AMG Vision Gran Turismo
- We also adjusted the default ride height of the following car:
・Ferrari 308 GTB ‘75
2. Legend Cars
3. World Circuits
- We adjusted the difficulty level of the following Race Event:
- Super Formula
4. Physics Simulation Model
- We have resolved an issue affecting certain hybrid vehicles, where, after depleting fuel during driving, the car would not regenerate power upon releasing the accelerator.
5. GT Auto
We have fixed an issue within the Car Customization Livery Editor, where modifying and saving a Light Cover or Tire Sticker would prevent users from reverting to the original livery.
We removed the following decals with duplicate shapes from the Preset Decals in the Livery Editor (decals currently being used will not be impacted).
・Shape 2: 02-15 / 02-25 / 02-60 / 02-77
6. Sound
-We resolved an issue where background music would not play in surround sound when using Dolby Atmos output through an AV amplifier.
Gran Turismo 7
WHERE TO PLAY
Gran Turismo 7 brings together the very best features of the Real Driving Simulator. Whether you’re a competitive or casual racer, collector, tuner, livery designer or photographer – find your line with a staggering collection of game modes including fan-favorites like GT Campaign, Arcade and Driving School. With the reintroduction of the legendary GT Simulation Mode, buy, tune and race your way through a rewarding solo campaign as you unlock new cars and challenges. And if you love going head-to-head with others, hone your skills and compete in the GT Sport Mode. With over 420 cars available at Brand Central and the Used Car Dealership from day one, Gran Turismo 7 recreates the look and feel of classic motors and bleeding-edge supercars alike in unparalleled detail. Each car handles differently and feels unique as you navigate over 90 track routes in dynamic weather conditions, including classic courses from GT history.
