TGS 09: GT5 Set For March, Massive Detail Unveiling
Okay, let's get the bad news out of the way: it has just been announced at Sony's second TGS press conference that Gran Turismo 5 will launch in March 2010, laying to rest the rampant rumors that it would release this year. They didn't specify if the date was worldwide - it's only confirmed for Japan - but for now, we're assuming March 2010 is the worldwide launch estimate. Polyphony boss Kazunori Yamauchi said this is to "achieve suitable scale and quality."
Now, on to the amazing stuff: first of all, you may have heard about the cross-compatibility with Gran Turismo PSP, and there's more information now. Not only can you transport your entire GT PSP collection over to GT5 (or if not the entire garage; most all of it), but Yamauchi also stated that if you play GT PSP, you can unlock GT5 cars even faster. And speaking of cars, there will be a grand total of around 950 in the total production, including 20 unique locations and over 70 racetracks. There's also the entirely revamped physics engine, the damage modeling, "movable objects on the track," and even the latest hybrid and electric cars. GT Mode will feature the World Map, My Garage, Car Dealer, Tuning Garage, Championship Race, and License Test while the online portion will boast the Open Lobby, Text/Voice Chat, Private Room, Online Photo Album, and - wait for it - the ability to export your replay videos directly to YouTube! To top it all off, Gran Turismo TV will boast improved UI, exporting of videos to the PSP, and progressive downloading. Is that enough for you? Are you now convinced it'll be the single biggest and most in-depth racing simulator ever? You should be.
It's too bad we have to wait until March, and it's unfortunate we'll have to buy two games that month (God of War III also launches during that time frame) but hey, more time to play the Q4 gems this year, right?
Related Game(s): Gran Turismo 5
9/23/2009 11:44:54 PM Ben Dutka
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Orvisman
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 8:50:02 AM
zee
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 9:03:09 AM
Anyway, I am glad that they are taking even more time. A perfect GT is what we all expect and it seems that they are not going to compromise on anything!
Last edited by zee on 9/24/2009 9:04:02 AM
ArnoldK PSXE [Administrator]
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 1:18:15 PM
daus26
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 3:23:34 PM
I don't see why you're confused on that. Development is never run by linear times. The first parts is usually slower (due to learning process, etc.). You should also know the fact that PD had several other projects on hand in those 5 years. Now that they are concentrating on GT5 100%, 35% in six months is pie! Also if you look at GOD Of War III, it's at 60% and also to release in March 2010.
Jiggy
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 8:00:09 PM
AnonymousPoster
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 12:03:58 AM
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LegendaryWolfeh
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 12:14:41 AM
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zee
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 8:52:38 AM
Qubex
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 3:35:24 AM
Q!
"i am home"
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OPHIDIAN
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 1:31:56 PM
phantomMenace
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 12:20:49 AM
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LimitedVertigo
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 12:40:29 AM
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Hezzron
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 7:02:53 AM
maxpontiac
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 12:44:33 AM
Highlander
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 12:46:25 AM
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Banky A
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 12:57:47 AM
It's some fault of the racing guys who kept saying "we want damage on all cars, this sucks" and "this doesn't have that and <insert game> is better at this".
I don't have a problem with those people but now PD will probably want to take time to make GT5 better for them. Which isn't a problem but will just delay.
Well that's what I kind of think ;)
Very slightly disappointed though.
HeXeN
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 1:09:56 AM
Qubex
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 3:41:33 AM
Q!
"i am home"
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Highlander
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 3:16:43 PM
At this point, I will believe it only when I see it. The March 2010 date is with regard to Japan, not the rest of the world.
Yes, I'm disappointed to be waiting longer, can you tell?
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Friday, September 25, 2009 @ 2:49:29 AM
seriously look at uncharted 2.
infamous.
INSOMNIAC HAVE MADE 5 GAMES IN 3 YEARS!
this is what ive said a million times, and ill say it again.
if naughty dog, sucker punch, insomniac can bring such high quality in a matter of 2 years.
WTF is PD and quantic dreams excuse.
i mean 5 games in 2 years that is fu***ng INSANE!
and its not like there games are crap.
Banky A
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 12:53:20 AM
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I don't like it when people say they've had "enough of this GT crap". And they aren't interested anymore.
Were they ever a fan of the game? Or are some just trolling because they can use this unexpected release date to throw it against our faces and say PD sucks.
This is my silver lining:
Personally, now I finally know to buy Uncharted 2 for Christmas. Then GT5 and GOWIII.
No problems for me ^_^ It makes my choices so much easier haha.
Gran Turismo 5!!! Maybe a new Logitech wheel specially for GT5 will come out on March or Christmas.
maxpontiac
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 1:16:42 AM
WorldEndsWithMe
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 12:53:51 AM
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AntDC
Friday, September 25, 2009 @ 4:43:16 AM
LimitedVertigo
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 1:26:27 AM
mustang750r
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 1:21:21 AM
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March = WIN!!
All these features makes me want to slap my Forza (more like Gayza, lol jk) loving cousins in their M$ loving faces. As a matter of fact I'm going to call them in the morning, all 5 of them and wake them up to the Real Driving Simulator. I can't wait *sits next to phone with a smile waiting for morning* lol
LimitedVertigo
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 1:28:02 AM
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Aftab
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 4:57:44 AM
Ben Dutka PSXE [Administrator]
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 10:19:03 AM
LimitedVertigo
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 12:30:48 PM
mustang750r
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 2:46:39 PM
AntDC
Friday, September 25, 2009 @ 4:48:44 AM
LimitedVertigo
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 1:33:41 AM
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King James
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 1:45:05 AM
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GREATNESS! March 2010 is now offically 2nd Christmas!
BTNwarrior
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 2:00:20 AM
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aside from that the only other thing I would love to see in this GT is the ability to paint your car after you have bought or won it, I hate winning a rare car only to have it be pink
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faraga
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 11:10:23 AM
BTNwarrior
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 11:23:48 AM
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Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 2:03:36 AM
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Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 3:56:28 AM
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Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 7:21:23 AM
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Gabriel013
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 7:29:28 AM
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Diggity Dan
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 8:27:46 AM
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JackC8
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 9:26:39 AM
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Ben Dutka PSXE [Administrator]
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 10:20:06 AM
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Zorigo
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 10:59:36 AM
Wage SLAVES
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 11:06:48 AM
Wage SLAVES
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 10:55:06 AM
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Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 11:23:05 AM
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Highlander
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 3:19:19 PM
Alienange
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 5:55:44 PM
G8GTdriver
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 12:43:13 PM
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mustang750r
Thursday, September 24, 2009 @ 2:55:14 PM
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RadioHeader
Friday, September 25, 2009 @ 5:16:30 AM
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Nerull
Monday, September 28, 2009 @ 8:22:56 PM
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It's getting ridiculous how long this game has been in development.
Having said that I just say my first glimpse of forza 3 and I almost feel bad for all the xbots.

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maxpontiac
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Wednesday, September 23, 2009 @ 11:57:56 PM
I want news on the customization feature. I don't need a Forza depth livery system, but I would like to know if the plans for linking to real world manufacturing car parts and kits is still in the works.
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