The Official SHO GT5: Prologue Thread of Awesome

[tha_con]

PUBLISHER: Sony Computer Entertainment
DEVELOPER: Polyphony Digital
GENRE: Driving Simulator
NUMBER OF PLAYERS: 1, with up to 16 when online
JIZZTASTICS: Full (Upscaled) 1080p resolution — 60fps in game/30fps replay
DISTRIBUTION FORMATS: Blu-ray and PlayStation Store Downloadable
REQUIRED SPACE: Approximately 5gb
COMPATIBLE PERPHIRIALS: SIXAXIS, DUALSHOCK 3, Logitech Driving Force series and G25 wheel support

KEY FEATURES
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• The first ever Gran Turismo title with online racing: drive online against up to 16 other Gran Turismo aces

• Race the Eiger Nordwand, Daytona International Speedway, the London City Track, Fuji Speedway, Suzuka and the High Speed Ring - then race them all in alternative layouts

• All-new physics engine means true next-generation vehicle handling

• All-new and improved opponent AI for a nail-biting race experience

• Access to Gran Turismo TV: a world of great motoring TV programming online including the BBCs Top Gear

• In-game museum featuring the history and heritage of the top car manufacturers

• My Garage - a personalised homepage feature with calendar, clock and map & weather of major race circuits worldwide

• Quick Tune facility allows you to adjust power, tyres, suspension and more

• All in stunning High Definition at 1080p

ADDITIONAL FEATURES
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• Drift Mode – The player’s drifting technique is measured based on drift angles, racing lines, and speeds within evaluation zones located at various turns on the course.

• In Depth Car Tuning – Players have the ability to adjust the vehicle’s performance, including power, tyres, suspension and the ability for quick tuning whilst racing.

• Two-player Split Screen Racing – Allows players to race head-to-head offline.

• New Race Events – Online racing fans can join in on a new set of scheduled events and time trials.


CURRENT VEHICLES — 70
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Acura
NSX '91

Alfa Romeo
147 TI 2.0 TWIN SPARK '06
Brera Sky Window 3.2 JTS Q4 '06

Amuse
S2000 GT1 Turbo
Amuse/Opera Performance Gran Turismo 350Z RS
Art Morrison
Corvette'60

Aston Martin
DB9 Coupe '06

Audi
R8 4.2 FSI R tronic '07
TT Coupe 3.2 quattro '07

Blitz
Dunlop ER34 '07

BMW
135i Coupe '07
135tii '08
M3 Coupe '07
Z4 '03

Chevrolet
Corvette Z06 '06
Corvette Z06 (C6) Tuned Car

Citroen
C4 Coupe 2.0VTS '06

Daihatsu
Copen Active Top '02
OFC-1 '07

Dodge
Viper GTS '02
Viper SRT10 Coupe
Viper SRT10 Coupe Tuned Car

Ferrari
512BB '76
599 '06
F40 '92
F430 '06

Ford
Focus ST '06
GT '05
GT Tuned Car
Mustang V8 GT Coupe Premium '07

Honda
Integra TYPE R (DC5) '04
NSX Type R '02

Jaguar
XK Coupe '06

Lancia
Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione '91

Lexus
IS F '07

Lotus
Elise '96
Elise Tuned Car
Elise 111R '04
Elise 111R Tuned Car

Mazda
ATENZA Sport (2007 Tokyo Motor Show reference exhibit)
RX-7 Spirit R Type A (FD) '02
RX-8 Type S '03

Mercedes-Benz
SL 55 AMG (R230) '02

Mine’s
BNR34 Skyline GT-R N1 base '06

Mini
Cooper-S '06

Mitsubishi
Lancer Evolution IX GSR '05
Lancer Evolution IX GSR Tuned Car
Lancer Evolution X GSR Premium Package '07
Lancer Evolution X GSR Tuned Car

Nissan
Fairlady Z Version S (Z33) '07
GT-R (R35) '07
GT-R Proto '05
Skyline Coupe 370GT Type SP (V36) '07
Skyline Coupe (V36) Tuned Car
Skyline Coupe Concept '07
Skyline GT-R Vspec II Nur (R34) '02
Skyline Sedan 350GT Type SP (V36) '06

Renault
Clio Renault Sport V6 24V '00
Clio Renault Sport V6 24V Tuned Car

Subaru
Impreza Sedan WRX STI spec C Type RA '05
Impreza WRX STI (18inch BBS Wheel Option) '07

Suzuki
Cappuccino (EA21R) '95
Cappuccino Tuned Car
Cervo SR '07
Swift Sport '07
Swift Sport Tuned Car

TVR
Tamora '02
Tuscan Speed Six '00

Volkswagen
Golf IV GTI '01
Golf V GTI '05

Possible Regional Exclusives
Ferrari F2007 '07
Lexus IS F Tuned Car
Mazda RX-7 (FD) Special Tuned Car
Mazda RX-7 Spirit R Type A (FD) Tuned Car
Peugeot 207GTI '07
Peugeot 307cc Premium AVN '04
RE Amemiya FD3S RX-7

SCREENSHOTS
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[LevelSevenCivic]

I thought GTP was supposed to support 2 player split screen. I see that you noted the game as being 1 player with up to 16 online. Are they not throwing split screen into prologue after all?

[tha_con]

Sorry, split screen was announced, I just forgot to put it in the OP. Nice catch :P I'll update it!

They just released 'spec II' in Japan, which added all the US cars, etc, so I assume that in the US, we'll release a 'new spec' over time as well, hopefully updated with new cars, and maybe some new tracks and / or features.

I'm holding my breath for a Photomode update, and some serious tuning to the Online racing. Polyphony is still in their 'infant' stages of online experience, so GT5: Prologue isn't that great, feature wise.

Though, spec II added a point restriction, so you can tune, but it effects your 'points' (similar to Forza with the classes) and you can only have a certain point limit. Very very awesome.

[tha_con]

Note: They also apparently made it possible to finally map the 'look left and look right' feature to the controller (previously limited to the new GT5 wheel and the G25).

Tuning: You can now tune your car with 3 configurations, helps in online races, you can have a high tune, mid, and low end.

Spec II (for importers) improves the stability and visual fidelity considerably. Spec II is reflective of the US version, which is good. Tearing has been significantly reduced, frame drops are not as frequent, rear view mirror (as well as side mirrors) have been improved a LOT.

The online has been having problems, but I believe it is because they are upgrading / updating servers. We'll see how it turns out shortly. Overall, if the NA version is identical to this (which it will be, as far as I can tell) it will play very very well, and should be a lot of fun.

[Stevie_R33Skyline]

This game is fecking awsome, cant get enough of it!!!!

[crdcz03]

is that inside view how it will look in game or can you see across the whole dash? it looks like a big step forward but imo it should include the entire windshield

[tha_con]

Originally Posted by crdcz03

is that inside view how it will look in game or can you see across the whole dash? it looks like a big step forward but imo it should include the entire windshield

It's one of the many available views. There isn't a view that lets you see the whole dashboard, however, you can map your buttons as you want, and there is the option to have a 'pan' button so you can look left and right while racing.

[blackdelsol94]

IGN Review: IGN: Gran Turismo 5 Prologue Review

Originally Posted by IGN

Closing Comments
Gran Turismo 5 Prologue has most everything we've loved about the GT franchise in the past, though with some notable improvements and additions while simultaneously on a smaller scale. The AI is much improved, the online, while basic, works really well, and the series (or really any other racing game in existence) has never been more realistic nor arguably fun to drive (with Burnout being its only "fun" competition).

Prologue is not necessarily a game for someone who wasn't quite into Gran Turismo in the past and is thinking of giving it another go (that'll be the full GT5 release next year), but it's definitely a worthy pickup for fans of the franchise.
IGN Ratings for Gran Turismo 5 Prologue (PS3)

8.0 Presentation
The cars are the star of the show and are presented brilliantly. The small track selection is obviously a drawback, but to be expected.

9.0 Graphics
The in-car view is fantastic, and the lighting models are awesome. There are some lingering filtering issues here and there, but it looks amazing overall.

9.5 Sound
Engine sounds are, bar none, the best anywhere. Decent soundtrack too.

8.5 Gameplay
No game drives better or more realistically than this. If only there were more tracks and cars, this score would go way up.

8.0 Lasting Appeal
The limited number of tracks may be disappointing, but it's so fun to drive that hardcore fans won't care too much. The online stuff, while basic, is also good.

8.5
Great OVERALL

[Shiba-Kun]

I can understand why they'd give GT5:P 8's in their Presentation and Lasting Appeal categories. So I'm expecting the full version would get at least a .5-1 higher score for those two sections. That would push the rating up to the 9 range.

Very respectable IMHO.

Can't wait for GT5:P to drop later this month. In fact I've been playing 4 as a warm-up!

The only thing is that I wish D-P went with the Daytona Rolex setup instead of the tri-oval.

[blackdelsol94]

Originally Posted by Shiba-Kun

I can understand why they'd give GT5:P 8's in their Presentation and Lasting Appeal categories. So I'm expecting the full version would get at least a .5-1 higher score for those two sections. That would push the rating up to the 9 range.

Very respectable IMHO.

Can't wait for GT5:P to drop later this month. In fact I've been playing 4 as a warm-up!

The only thing is that I wish D-P went with the Daytona Rolex setup instead of the tri-oval.

You hit the nail on the head.

[NationsMostWanted]

sick ass game....

[blackdelsol94]

Indeed.