Introducing GTPEDIA: GTPlanet’s Guide to the World of Gran Turismo

Site Announcements November 27th, 2012 by Jordan

After more than two and a half years of work, I am excited to announce the launch of GTPEDIA: GTPlanet’s Guide to the World of Gran Turismo.

GTPEDIA is a comprehensive encyclopedia, covering every detail of every game ever released in the Gran Turismo series, spanning over 375 pages in length full of text, tables, and trivia.

It’s a fully independent and unauthorized publication, compiled by Famine (Andrew Evans) with the help of many in our community here, and designed, edited, and published by GTPlanet.

Get your copy now as a PDF eBook ($17.95 USD) or a professionally printed paperback book ($19.95 + shipping); or save some money and get both with a combo pack ($29.95 + shipping).

GTPEDIA, of course, makes a great Christmas gift for any Gran Turismo fan, so feel free to forward this page along to your friends or family! For guaranteed delivery by December 25, international orders must be placed by Dec. 3, and orders within the United States must be placed by Dec. 21.

We have put a lot of effort into making GTPEDIA the best resource it can be, and we’re eager to hear your feedback. If you pick up a copy, please let us know what you think about it, and thanks – as always – for your support!

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December 10th, 2012 at 6:59 pm - #

Bluntified

Just a question…How in depth does the book get regarding the cars and its physics? I’m on the verge of making the plunge and that’s one addition that would top it off.

PS: If there are updates and someone purchases the book version, do they get updated copy’s? If not, I would highly recommend throwing in the download version for free to buyers of the hard book.
- December 10th, 2012 at 9:34 pm - #
  
  Jordan
  
  I’m not sure what type of physics data you’re looking for, but you’ll have a good idea of what’s contained in the book if you take a look at the sample chapter. All customers will be able to download updates as PDF addendum.
December 10th, 2012 at 2:35 am - #

infamousphil

Tempting to say the least… I just spent the evening searching the web for anything on Jean Reno’s(?) voice over on an obscure GT television ad. First thing I’ll be looking for in the GTPedia.
- December 10th, 2012 at 9:29 pm - #
  
  Jordan
  
  Hmm, we don’t cover GT-related advertisements in the book, but if you’re that into the series that much, you’ll still probably enjoy the book. :)
December 6th, 2012 at 10:12 pm - #

Hetseeker

Awesome, just what I was looking for
December 3rd, 2012 at 3:16 pm - #

Youngun

Hows the sales atm?
December 2nd, 2012 at 1:42 am - #

Jordan

A new 25-page sample of GTPEDIA is now available on the book’s website.
- December 2nd, 2012 at 10:15 am - #
  
  Jet Pilot
  
  Thanks Jordan. Placing an order now. :-)
November 30th, 2012 at 4:52 pm - #

biftizmo

What is this magic technology where by I can buy a book were the words aren’t wrote yet……

4 x successfully GT series ..how can we apply this magic to our next title?
GT5 Is born….now that’s ahead of the technology game….cheers pd for the new stuff

you get more for your $$$ with PD….
- November 30th, 2012 at 5:13 pm - #
  
  Famine
  
  Err… what?
  
  The words are all written. I know, I spent two years writing them and I’ve watched my drafts evolve into this book through Jordan’s editing. Several people have already taken delivery of their ordered eBooks and have already read them. The printed books will be sent out to those who’ve ordered them on Monday. A printed copy was available to GTP members at the Formula 1 in Austin earlier this month to thumb through.
  
  This is book is written by me, edited by Jordan and published by GTPlanet. It’s nothing to do with Polyphony Digital or Sony in any form, as we repeatedly make clear. It contains complete data for all ten major GT releases, several minor ones and is composed of information I’ve generated from scratch, a decent proportion of which you won’t find anywhere else in the world, even on GTPlanet already.
  
  If data on fifteen years worth of Gran Turismo games isn’t worth your dime, that’s your call. I hope you decide that it is, because we put this together for fans and supporters of GTP – to encourage people to replay the old games and explore the new ones with something written for them alongside their console to help them.
- December 1st, 2012 at 7:31 am - #
  
  biftizmo
  
  I’m comparing the ‘updateabilaty’…keep up the great work..don’t stop writing ..I’m sure there will be plenty more GT evolution…
  
  “The most important thing in gt5 is the way it’s built effects all future of the GT series ” Kaz quite some time ago…
  
  PD are not only good at making car games..their also experts in content delivery.its good the Internet is finally catching up…
- December 1st, 2012 at 11:23 am - #
  
  Famine
  
  You can bet that when GT6 is out I’ll spend two weeks glued to it, writing a chapter rather than playing it!
November 30th, 2012 at 3:23 pm - #

Jet Pilot

Any update on the sample pages? Checked the GTPEDIA tab and I don’t see them just yet. Was hoping to get an order in by Monday if I liked what I saw. Thanks for the hard work guys.
- November 30th, 2012 at 11:52 pm - #
  
  Jordan
  
  Not yet. I’ll try to have it out this weekend, though and will post a new comment here when it’s available followed by a more formal announcement next week. Thanks for your patience.
  
  [EDIT]: It’s available now!
November 29th, 2012 at 2:08 am - #

m8h3r

A combo along these lines would make sense:

Paperback + years premium = $30
eBook + years premium = $28
Paperback + eBook + premium = $40

Had I not bought premium a few days ago and these were available then I’d more than likely have bought them.
November 28th, 2012 at 7:03 pm - #

R35 SKYLIN3

Just saw famine’s post about supporting book buyers with updates, how exactly can you update a book halfway around the world and also, $20+ delivery? Not very appealing. And What exactly is the point of buying the combo? That just means you get 2 copies of the same thing for more money
- November 28th, 2012 at 9:35 pm - #
  
  MuoNiuLa
  
  I’m buying the combo.
  
  One reason I’m getting it is so I can look at the physical copy of the book when I can’t or don’t want to look at it on my iPad.
- November 29th, 2012 at 1:16 am - #
  
  Jordan
  
  Book updates will be available as PDF files to download at no charge. The ability to search the PDF eBook edition and reference it on any electronic device is a convenient perk. The combo pack offers a discount to those who want to enjoy the best features or characteristics of both editions.
November 28th, 2012 at 5:53 pm - #

Adrenaline

How much of this book is already outdated since it was more than likely compiled prior to 2.09?
- November 29th, 2012 at 1:09 am - #
  
  Jordan
  
  It’s up-to-date as of last week. The only thing it doesn’t contain is the Corvette C7 prototype.
November 28th, 2012 at 1:47 pm - #

symustafa1996

There should be an online wiki of GT.
- November 28th, 2012 at 2:23 pm - #
  
  Famine
  
  There was. It went really, really badly.
- November 28th, 2012 at 2:33 pm - #
  
  Zuel
  
  ” Really, really bably” is a understatment Famine.
- November 28th, 2012 at 5:39 pm - #
  
  Peelster1
  
  There is. It’s part of wikia.
November 28th, 2012 at 1:36 pm - #

Zuel

OUTSTANDING!! The book is great, I thought I knew everything about GT
November 28th, 2012 at 12:23 pm - #

Xamado7V

Back on topic; when can I expect delivery of the ‘Pedia?
I’m pretty sure it never said anything regarding this in any emails or anything.
I ordered it yesterday (UK).
Thanks. : )
- November 28th, 2012 at 1:42 pm - #
  
  Jordan
  
  Paperbacks will be shipped on Monday, December 3rd. For UK orders, it will be in transit for 6-10 days after that. Shipping details are posted at the bottom of the book’s webpage.
November 28th, 2012 at 10:54 am - #

streetlife

We get a new car tomorrow. Chevrolet Corvette C7 Prototype… YAY.
- November 28th, 2012 at 11:25 am - #
  
  Jayvinho27
  
  Really?
- November 28th, 2012 at 11:37 am - #
  
  Famine
  
  Really – look for the article above shortly – and this should test out our free updates!
- November 28th, 2012 at 11:47 am - #
  
  Xamado7V
  
  No offense Famine but I can’t tell if that’s sarcasm XD
  
  Are we seriously getting the Corvette Prototype?
- November 28th, 2012 at 12:01 pm - #
  
  fortbo
  
  R u being sarcastic I did not hear anything about that
- November 28th, 2012 at 12:07 pm - #
  
  V v G T v V
  
  How do you know it’s tomorrow?
  By the way… Just bought the combo, can’t wait to get the book, as soon as I’m done with this long ass History SA I have, I’ll give the PDF a good read and give Jordan a feedback :)
- November 28th, 2012 at 12:14 pm - #
  
  fortbo
  
  I just looked it up it’s legit
November 28th, 2012 at 10:39 am - #

photonrider

Good Work, Guys!! :tup: :tup:

Many, many players will benefit from this effort. I will use all connections I have to see you bumped up on the ‘Good Karma’ list. ;)
November 28th, 2012 at 9:57 am - #

DonZonda

Does it also include the vacuum cleaner models used for the sounds? *lol*
November 28th, 2012 at 6:09 am - #

05XR8

Seems like gt6 will be released spring next year
- November 28th, 2012 at 7:24 am - #
  
  Xamado7V
  
  Yep, and even though GT5 took 4-5 years (I think(?); well be getting GT7 at the end of next year. Alongside Hovercars and teleportation devices. ; )
  
  In fact can you please explain your logic behind that statement 05XR8(?)
- November 28th, 2012 at 7:44 am - #
  
  turbolefty78
  
  Yes, please do explain, I too would like to know how you arrived at that.
- November 28th, 2012 at 8:05 am - #
  
  e30 freek
  
  I think he means it feels like GT6 Is not far away i think
- November 28th, 2012 at 10:41 am - #
  
  forzaturismo
  
  …and it ll be on PS3 or PS4 ???????
- November 28th, 2012 at 2:03 pm - #
  
  e30 freek
  
  ^lol
- November 28th, 2012 at 2:22 pm - #
  
  05XR8
  
  It’s anybody’s guess when it will be released. If planet are releasing a guide, must be nothing left to add to GT5.
- November 28th, 2012 at 5:13 pm - #
  
  Famine
  
  We’re nothing to do with Sony or PD and we have no particular inside information on GT5′s support status or GT6′s progress. The timing of the book is unrelated to just about anything except Christmas and, if nothing else, GT5 is anticipated to have an addition in the shape of the C7 Corvette Concept we reported on last month very shortly.
  
  I don’t think GT5′s done just yet. And since we’ll be supporting the book’s buyers with free updates, GT6 will mean one hell of a chunk of work for us – so I certainly hope we get some time off!
- November 29th, 2012 at 1:14 am - #
  
  05XR8
  
  That’s sweet news
November 28th, 2012 at 5:50 am - #

purzo

Great! So all I need is GTPEDIA and ‘The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy’ and I will be safe:)
- November 28th, 2012 at 8:15 am - #
  
  Famine
  
  Disclaimer: GTPEDIA is not intended to act as a long term replacement for a towel. For all instances of Ravenous Bugblatter Beast of Traals attacks, GTPEDIA may not suffice in lieu of towels. Remember, a hoopy frood always knows where his towel is.
November 28th, 2012 at 5:09 am - #

hairystig

A-maze-balls!
November 28th, 2012 at 4:38 am - #

jasr73

Jordon, Andrew & contributors,
Congratulations on your publication and what I could imagine may have been a love-hate relationship at times for these past few years to get it done. A super stellar effort guys in bringing this all together, particularly as it sounds as though it was done independently of any major corporate support. Looking forward to sitting down for an extended read and also five stars on keeping this under wraps for so long!
(i think I picked up from time to time there was a major project in the works, but it didn’t realise it was on this scale).
Hat’s off again and I hope it does well for you. Order placed. :)