Platform: Sony Playstation 3

Region: NTSC-U

Country: United States of America

Developer(s): Polyphony Digital Inc.

Publishers(s): Sony Computer Entertainment America, Inc.

ReleaseDate: 2010-11-24

Players: 2

Co-op: Yes

Gran Turismo 5 is a 2010 PlayStation 3 vehicle simulation racing video game developed by Polyphony Digital and released by Sony Computer Entertainment America in the USA on November 24, 2010. Gran Turismo 5 is the fifth edition of the Gran Turismo sim racing video game series. It is the first game in the franchise to provide a damage model, with variations of damage depending on whether a vehicle is a "Standard" or "Premium" car. The game also features weather effects, however they are only available on certain circuits. Optional Stereoscopic-3D resolution and Karting found a place in the game. Furthermore, new visual effects have been introduced, including dynamic skid marks, dust and the ability for drivers to flash their headlights. A course editor which allows the player to create new circuits by using tools that randomly generate track-parts according to certain player-selected specifications, including the number of corners, the time of day and the number of sectors. There are a variety of themes the player can choose from to act as a base for each circuit design. Themes also have an effect on track length and highest elevation.

Trailer: YouTube

ESRB Rating: E - Everyone

Genre(s): Racing | Vehicle Simulation