The Shape of Things ...

The Shape of Things ...

Gran Turismo 4 (video game)

Customer Review

... What has not been said about GT4 and written. All details were illuminated and discussed the pros and cons. Also I am, who would have thought, a big fan of this racing franchise and wants simply to 96.9% game progress to give my impression of the latest installment of the masterpiece for the best.
Also at the 4th part you can choose between arcade and GT Mode. But make no mistake about nothing. That which has always been a GT made the GT mode. Here is a an almost overwhelming number of vehicles available. The spectrum ranges from the used VOLVO combi to prototypes and racing cars of all first cabin. Several car you get only a bonus car to win races or license exams. The most realistic driving behavior can be experienced even with the pad. Each car has its own characteristics. These can be modified of course. Several options are to improve performance and driveability / change kept with the tuning.
The route selection has increased. Besides altbekanntem be found faithfully modeled city courses and racetracks. Soul, New York or Le Mans to be mentioned only as an example here. Not to mention the gorgeous geratenen offroad routes. Whether it is on gravel through the Swiss Alps or on snow in the French Alps. All courses shine with details infatuation and are excellent to drive and look at.
The route absolute highlight is of course the Nordschleife. Apart from a few cm exactly it is modeled on the original. Even the signs on the side of the track do not differ ... world class! Since no wishes remain unsatisfied.
To really learn all this splendor in corresponding championships and tournaments you need the appropriate license. Selbige you have to fight hard before. This is not always easy ... but it should be. At least Bronze is doable for everyone. Again, eventually waving nice bonus cars.
Especially in the endurance race comes to meet one of the new B-Spec mode. This can already select the start of the race or change during the race during the pit stop. The car is then processed by a virtual driver is piloted which turn with instructions can affect the driving style. However ... the driver learns over time ... at the beginning undermined him more mistakes than one would like even on a conservative pace. Gradually, he is then a reliable support. However ... absolute best times are achieved only themselves! And finally, also makes more fun!
The graphics are with very minor degradation (sometimes flickering edges) certainly raised the ne plus ultra for the PS2 and doubt. The car could "real" and not look ... they pollute actually ... particularly in vehicles observed with lateral exhaust pipes. Thus, the car wash has its place. Ever is the previously mentioned already in the routes Details loyalty and look at the car. The BMW 1 series, for example, has, like in real life via multistage brake lights -> under full braking power two additional lights illuminate the driving at # 2 opponents. The fluttering in the wind strainer of Rally cars able to conjure me a smile in the face.
With all the radiant light, it is difficult to detect shadows. But some little things should not go unmentioned. So the AI ​​of the opponents is still developable lot. One sometimes wishes almost more vigorous opposition. This can be somewhat correct where one simply pushes a cart with noticeably less horsepower at the start. So inferior it is more difficult. Also I would have liked at the 24 hour !!! Races on the Nordschleife (del Sarthe I & II are pending) desired that it is really time night. Even weather changes stands a "real driving simulator" not bad.
All come who enjoy near-reality as possible driveability here get their money. Some 100 hours gaming or driving pleasure? - Are guaranteed!
In my opinion, that measure of all things when it comes to racing simulation.

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