Gran Turismo 5 - Academy Edition announced!

[BlueCali]

Gran Turismo 5 (also known as GT5) the fifth edition of the highly acclaimed Gran Turismo racing video game series, developed by Polyphony Digital and published by Sony Computer Entertainment. Expanding on the Prologue version, which was first released in Japan on December 13, 2007 and intended to give an impression of the final game, it will be the first of the main numbered series to feature on the PlayStation 3.

As found in the Prologue, and for the first time in the numbered Gran Turismo series, the game is set to feature cars from Ferrari, including the Ferrari F2007 Formula One World Championship car. In addition to Prologue features, it will also include the Test Track from the BBC motoring show Top Gear, and will greatly expand on the number of cars available to over 9000. There will also be a 16 player online mode as in GT5 Prologue.

In an April 2008 interview, Kazunori Yamauchi revealed that 150 people had worked on Gran Turismo 5 for four years, with all of Polyphony Digital's 120 employees working on GT5, and the game costing 50 times more to develop than 1997's Gran Turismo. He also confessed that GT5 might not be released until after 2009. In a July 2008 interview with IGN, Yamauchi mentioned that at the moment, Polyphony Digital is focused on updates for Gran Turismo 5 Prologue and that Gran Turismo 5 may not be released until 2010.

On November 30, 2008. Sony’s chief executive in Southern Europe, James Armstrong, revealed in a statement to a Spanish newspaper that GT5 is expected to be released around Christmas 2009. This would probably mean a late Summer release for Japan and an Autumn/Winter release for Europe and North America. This release date has yet to be confirmed as an official time of release by Polyphony Digital.

Limited Collector’s Edition:

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[DaMexiRican]

I sure hope its out this year. Even December. I don't care. I want!!!!!!!!

 

[dboy99]

Another release date first it was october 1st then september 1st now november 1st.they should just put next to it whenever it's done.

 

[BlueCali]

Gran Turismo’s history spans across a decade. Every game in the long-running franchise is known for its unmatched realism, but does not include any damage or crashing physics for vehicles. However, Polyphony Digital boss and Gran Turismo 5’s creator has reiterated that the PS3 exclusive will feature full damage effects for cars, especially in the NASCAR range.

A Japanese blog noticed Polyphony Digital’s CEO Kazunori Yamauchi talk about the game during a video. The Gran Turismo founder explains that NASCAR cars within the racer will feature full damage effects. Not only that, though, Yamauchi also stated that an official release date for Gran Turismo 5 will be announced soon (finally).

GT5 cars will be smashed to smithereens in Nascar. Featuring up to one bolt.

I can announce the launch date soon.

Well, at least we know the game is likely to be arriving this year. Unless, the words “launch date” was mistakenly translated, and really said “delay”… just kidding.

 

[jefXfree]

I don't even really like racing games.. but this game looks BAD ASS!

 

[Horhay]

OMG

 

[xtop]

cool cgi video. maybe someday they can release a video game like it

 

[BlueCali]

Man Furismo Jive. It’s all the rage in the future, tearing its way through living rooms as it takes over PS3 gamer’s lives. It’s the game that’s been on its way for what feels like forever, but soon we’ll be blessed. Polyphony Digital’s game could be out before the snow hits the ground.

Hell, it’s the release period we imagined, but with LittleBigPlanet 2 scheduled for Winter 2010, it’s good to hear that Gran Turismo 5 could be out before. Where did we hear this little nugget? None other than Sony Computer Entertainment Europe president Andrew House. He responded to the PlayStation Forum question “which game is going to be the ‘big one’ after GT5?”

“I think we have a fantastic line-up of games coming out later this year and into 2011. We have just announced LittleBigPlanet 2, which is very exciting. The original game changed the way developers now look at developing games and the things Media Molecule has done with the sequel are truly incredible. I can’t wait for LBP2 to come out and can promise you that it will be great.”

Of course, House most likely couldn’t talk about a game other than LittleBigPlanet 2, since it’s the only newly announced game (apart from Killzone 3 most recently). Though we’d doubt House would be stupid enough to answer a question on what’s coming after GT5 with a game that’s releasing before.

When asked whether Gran Turismo 5 was just a myth, House adds:

“Absolutely not. It’s looking amazing and will be out soon.”

Maybe it’s auto-immune. Wait, wrong show.

 

[BlueCali]

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[BlueCali]

That’s right. At the Sony E3 press conference today at the Shrine Auditorium, SCEA President & CEO Jack Tretton unveiled a jaw-dropping showpiece trailer of Gran Turismo 5 that disclosed the big news – GT5 is officially coming on November, 2, 2010.

As you can expect from any Gran Turismo game, GT5 will be bigger and better than ever, including everything from 950+ cars to a new and improved online component with expansive community features and custom race lobbies. Before you head off to pre-order the game that every racing fan is going to be playing, you’ll need to decide which version you’re going to get: the standard edition or the limited Collector’s Edition. And if you’re a true Gran Turismo fan, of course you’ll want to pick up the Collector’s Edition.

Gran Turismo doesn’t cut corners, and neither does this Collector’s Edition. It’s packed full of must-have items that were picked and designed for true car lovers: an exclusive 1:43 scale diecast Nissan GT-R Spec V, an in-depth 300-page car guide, a GT-branded key chain, a voucher for five (5) DLC cars, and a numbered certificate of authenticity, all housed in stylish, premium packaging. And you get all that for $99.99 MSRP.

The included diecast car is an exclusive 1:43 scale 2009 Nissan GT-R Spec V with a custom Gran Turismo livery designed by Polyphony Digital, produced by well-known collectible car maker Kyosho, who have been making some of the best collectible diecast cars for over 20 years. The 300+ page exclusive Collector’s Edition book from Polyphony Digital will be essential reading for GT fans, containing everything from the history of the automobile, to driving techniques, professional racing tips, car and engine basics and tuning know-how, and reference data about Gran Turismo 5. I want to warn you that the Collector’s Edition has a limited run, so pre-order it quickly if you want to guarantee your copy.

 

[jefXfree]

 

[Horhay]

SOLD!!

 

[Kingjames56]

+1

 

[DaMexiRican]

Just checked Amazon, and they don't have the CE listed...

 

[mobius387]

Confirmed: Two Gran Turismo 5 collector’s editions

Atindriya Bose, country manager for Sony Computer Entertainment India, has revealed in his interview with IVG earlier today that Gran Turismo 5 will have two collector’s editions; one that has already been announced by SCEA, and a second more exclusive collector’s edition with a “really big package” and “lots of paraphernalia that goes beyond the game”. He also added that both collector’s editions will be available in India, which is also an indirect confirmation of the collector’s editions releasing in Europe and other PAL territories, since India gets its Sony titles from Europe.

Traditionally, collector’s editions of PS3 first party titles haven’t been released in India. When asked during the interview, which you can read in full here on IVG very soon, if the Gran Turismo 5 collector’s edition would release here, Bose replied, “Yes. For GT5, there are two collector’s editions. One is the game plus some added content and collectibles, which (has already been announced), while the other is in a really big package with a lot of paraphernalia that goes beyond the game. It’s all car-related, but I’m unaware of the exact contents.”

There have been some rumours of a Gran Turismo 5 Signature Edition; could this be it? If it’s anything like the crazy Japanese GT4 limited edition, we can’t wait!

indianvideogamer.com/2010/07/confirmed-two-gran-turismo-5-collectors-editions

 

[Horhay]

I can't wait for this damn game. I am having withdrawals from that 3D demo from E3 lol

 

[Illiciter]

just checked amazon, the collector's edition is up for pre-order



.... GO!

 

[mobius387]

Amazon.com Exclusive-Pre-order Bonus
Pre-order Gran Turismo 5 and get an in-game Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Stealth Model car. Access code will be e-mailed within ten business days after the game releases. Offer valid when shipped and sold by Amazon.com, while supplies last. Limit one per customer.

Pre-order bonuses for GT5 include in-game cars -- the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, Nissan GT-R GT500, McLaren F1, and more, each with a custom-designed "stealth" livery and exclusive performance upgrades.

i bet those cars listed in the collectors edition will be the pre-order bonuses given away to different retailers so the CE purchasers get them all.

and i have $20 of amazon credit right now, makes this soooooo tempting...

 

[BlueCali]

i bet those cars listed in the collectors edition will be the pre-order bonuses given away to different retailers so the CE purchasers get them all.

and i have $20 of amazon credit right now, makes this soooooo tempting...

Mclaren - Gamestop

Nissan GTR - Best Buy

Mercedes - Amazon.

 

[mobius387]

Mclaren - Gamestop

Nissan GTR - Best Buy

Mercedes - Amazon.

yah, so then the CE comes with codes for those 3 cars plus 2 more?

 

[BlueCali]

yah, so then the CE comes with codes for those 3 cars plus 2 more?

i'm going to say the CE will have 5 different DLC cars, that will be available for purchase on day 1.