Racing · 1997
Gran Turismo
Gran Turismo is a sim racing video game designed by Kazunori Yamauchi. Gran Turismo was developed by Polys Entertainment and published by Sony Computer Entertainment in 1997 for the PlayStation video game console. The game's development group was established as Polyphony Digital in 1998. After five years of…
Key facts
- Released
- 22 December 1997
- Genre
- Racing
- Length
- ≈ 25 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo · Couch
- Platforms
- PlayStation
- Studio
- Sony Interactive Entertainment, Polys Entertainment
- Publisher
- Sony Computer Entertainment
- Critics
- Metacritic 96
Where to buy
Why play it
- Metacritic 96 — critics loved it
- A 1997 classic that aged well
- "Adrenaline" vibe
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Gran Turismo?
Expect about 25 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Gran Turismo with friends?
Yes: Gran Turismo can be played solo and together on one screen.
What platforms is Gran Turismo on?
Gran Turismo is available on PlayStation.
Is Gran Turismo a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 96.
What games are like Gran Turismo?
In the same spirit: Gran Turismo 6, Twisted Metal and Twisted Metal: Black.
