Gran Turismo 6 is a racing simulation video game published by Sony Computer Entertainment and developed by Polyphony Digital. It was released on December 6, 2013. It is the sixth installment in the Gran Turismo series and is available on PlayStation 3 platform. Gran Turismo 6 officially features FIA-certified content, which is a first in history.
Superb Real Life Inspired Cars
As soon as I started playing the game, it was clear how much time was invested in making it look and feel real. The car models are so detailed that you can almost feel the exterior textures when running your fingers over them in photo mode. You can even do paint jobs on some cars or change different aspects of their look using an in-depth customization tool called Tune Studio.
The graphics are very realistic in this game, although that’s not what makes it good. The sound effects are also very realistic, with cars sounding much louder when driving through tunnels, etc. The game is fast-paced, with over 1000 cars to drive. It offers the most realistic driving experience, with over 1000 cars to drive, and all of them can be customized in many different ways.
Single Player VS. Multiplayer Game Modes
When playing Gran Turismo 6, you can choose between the single-player and the multiplayer game modes.
The single-player mode is where you can play the game solo without competing with other human players. The game has a career mode that will take you through various racing events. You can use in-game credits that you earn to purchase new cars and upgrades for your existing cars. The single-player mode has a campaign mode in which you are provided with a series of cars to drive and events to complete. You can choose one of four “career” paths: professional, amateur, manufacturer, or tuner. In each path, you must complete a series of events that become progressively harder.
In multiplayer mode, you can play with other gamers. You can either race other individuals or join a multiplayer event and race against up to 15 other human players. Players can choose to race with friends or race against strangers, team up with friends and form an alliance, or find themselves on the opposite side of their friend’s alliance and battle it out for supremacy of the leaderboard rankings. In multiplayer mode, there are two kinds of competitive races: arcade races which are perfect for quick matches with friends, and championship races which are designed for more serious online racing. Players can also race against ghosts—recordings of the best times set by other players on any given course.
Fun, Engaging, and Interactive Gameplay
The game has several different types of gameplay that are fun and challenging at the same time. There are car racing challenges, time trials, and even drift challenges where you can test your skills as a driver by drifting around corners at high speeds without losing. Gran Turismo 6 features over 71 courses, six of which are new to the Gran Turismo series. The new course designs and landscapes, such as Lake Maggiore, make for a better gameplay experience.
The single-player and multiplayer modes in Gran Turismo 6 can be played in both Arcade and Simulation styles. The player can switch between these two modes before starting any race or event. In arcade mode, the cars are easier to drive, whereas, in simulation mode, you need to consider factors like tire wear, engine temperature, gear ratios when upshifting/downshifting, etc.
Grouping Cars According to Their Classes
In Gran Turismo 6, you have more than 1,200 cars from different manufacturers to choose from, with roughly 180 variations of each car. The cars are split between various classes, with each class having a specific feeling associated with it. For example, most of the cars in Group B have a lighter feel to them and have tighter handling compared to those that drive in Group A.
Gran Turismo 6 features a variety of cars from manufacturers such as Honda, Aston Martin, Chevrolet, Dodge, Toyota, Alfa Romeo, and 50 other brands that players can drive. Gran Turismo 6offers a wide array of driving modes: Arcade, Tourist, Manual Transmission, Semi-Automatic Transmission, and Automatic Transmission. Players can also customize their racing experience by adjusting the difficulty level.
New Features Introduced in Gran Turismo 6
The gameplay consists of some features that make it different from the previous installment in the series. Below are some of the new features in Gran Turismo 6. Gran Turismo 6’s mechanics are slightly different from the previous games in the series as the game now includes an auto-acceleration system that allows players to focus on steering and more realistic car crashes. Other new features to the series include an open-world environment, online multiplayer modes, and day-and-night cycles. There is also a new dynamic weather condition, day/night cycles, and upgrades for your existing cars.
This installment of the racing game series boasts a redesigned menu that allows players to find their favorite race type quicker than before. The new menu also includes a beginner mode that teaches newcomers how to play the game.
There is now a career mode where beginners can acquire new skills and understand the game. There are many events in this mode, where players can participate in competitions to win credits. The credits can then be used to purchase new cars or parts. There is also a B-Spec mode, where an AI drives the car for the player.
Conclusion
Gran Turismo 6 is an excellent racing game for those looking for a little competition or entertainment on their couch at home. You can play as a single-player or with other players across the world. After playing this game for a while, you might feel like you’re an actual race car driver! And even if you’re not into car racing, you’ll be addicted to this game by the first minute.
Overall rating
- Solid visuals and realistic driving experience
- The vehicles are very easy to control
- The multiplayer feature is highly competitive
- Too similar to its predecessors
- Some features were removed from the game