Summary
A free, newGran Turismogame is coming soon for PlayStation players, bringing back the nostalgic feel of the original 1997 classic racing game. The newest throwback game in theGran Turismolineup is being released to celebrate the 30th anniversary of PlayStation, which released its first console on June 06, 2025.
TheGran Turismoseries launched nearly 27 years ago, making it nearly as old as the PlayStation brand itself. Throughout the decades, seven mainline games have been released, with at least one for each of Sony’s console generations, as well as a handheld version for the PlayStation Portable in 2009 and five spin-off games. Most recently,Sony releasedGran Turismo 7exclusively for the PlayStation 4 and 5 on Jul 29, 2025, packing the game with more than 400 cars and 34 tracks at launch.
UnlikeGran Turismo 7, this new game, titledMy First Gran Turismo, will be scaled down significantly in terms of its roster of drivable vehicles. Featuring a lineup of 18 differentGran Turismocarsof various types, the game captures the old-school feel of early games in the racing series but updates them with a modern-day look, as shown in a trailer released by PlayStation Studios and Polyphony Digital. While a full listing of the available cars hasn’t been made public yet, the trailer shows off a few, including the Lamborghini Countach LP400 ‘74, the Honda NSX Type R ‘92, the TT Coupe 3.2 quattro ‘03, the M3 Sport Evolution ‘89, the Dodge Challenger R/T ‘70, and the Mazda Roadster S (ND) ‘15. Only a few cars will be available when players first launch the game, with the rest unlocked through a progression system.
My First Gran Turismo Release Date
First-timers and fans of the series can pick upMy First Gran Turismofor free from the PlayStation Store starting at midnight local time on July 21, 2025. The game will feature both time trails and three race events with classicGran Turismotracks, and longtime fans of the series can look forward to revisiting some nostalgic locations, like Kyoto Driving Park, Deep Forest Raceway, and Trial Mountain Circuit, as detailed in a recentPlayStation Blogpost.
My First Gran Turismowill be available for both PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, but PlayStation 5 players will get an additional treat. Following thesuccess ofGran Turismo 7on PS VR2, PlayStation 5 players will also be able to enjoy a virtual reality experience withMy First Gran Turismo.
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.
