Gran Turismo brought simulation racing to consoles with unprecedented car authenticity, physics modelling, and a license structure that taught players to drive before letting them race.
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Car culture as a video game. Gran Turismo treated vehicles with reverence—each of its 140+ cars modelled accurately, handling distinctly. The license tests forced players to learn racing fundamentals before competing. Tuning options let enthusiasts tinker endlessly. For car lovers, this wasn’t just a game; it was a digital garage and racetrack combined.