Gran Turismo 7's Surprising Update: What's All the Buzz About?
In a move that caught many off-guard, Polyphony Digital has unleashed a second update for Gran Turismo 7 within a week, and it's packed with some intriguing changes.
The Update Breakdown
The update, weighing in at a modest 415MB on PS4 and a slightly heftier 1GB on PS5, focuses on addressing a few key issues, with a particular emphasis on the PS5-exclusive Power Pack DLC.
Here's a breakdown of the key changes:
Physics Simulation Model: A notable change for manual gear shifters. If you try to downshift at extremely high engine speeds, the game will ignore your input. This is a common technique in time trials, but it's now being curbed to prevent engine abuse.
Vehicle Performance Adjustments: The update tweaks the Performance Points (PP) of a few specific vehicles, including the Jaguar VGTs, Hyundai N2025, Valkyrie, and ID.R. These changes aim to balance the game further.
Multiplayer Improvements: A much-needed fix for the Multiplayer/Lobby area, ensuring that all player-created lobbies are visible, regardless of their number.
Steering Controller Adjustments: Force feedback for steering controllers has been fine-tuned, but the specifics are still a bit of a mystery.
Power Pack DLC Update: This is where things get interesting. The update adjusts the game balance and changes how rival AI behave, but the exact details are still under wraps. From our initial glance, it seems to involve adjustments to player car PP values, power, and weight changes across the pack. AI cars also seem to be more balanced, making certain races, like the Willow Springs FF Tuning Battle, a bit more manageable.
But Here's Where It Gets Controversial...
The update also brings some unexpected changes to the Power Pack. We've spotted a new results screen and the reactivation of Sarah in the intro and your first race on each path. These changes might not be to everyone's liking, but they add a layer of complexity to the game.
And This Is the Part Most People Miss...
If you were in the middle of an endurance race when the update dropped, fear not! The automatic race-save feature ensures you can resume your race, even if the cars might have changed slightly.
So, what do you think about these updates? Are they a step in the right direction, or do they miss the mark? Let us know in the comments, and feel free to share your thoughts on the future of Gran Turismo 7!
