Gran Turismo 7 – Feedback on Realism Improvements (Tires, Damage, AI)

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Gran Turismo 7 – Feedback on Realism and Gameplay Systems​

Hello everyone,

I would like to share some feedback and suggestions for Gran Turismo 7 focused on improving realism and consistency in several core gameplay systems. This is written from the perspective of a long-time Gran Turismo player who appreciates the series’ goal of being “The Real Driving Simulator.”

1. Tire Wear and Failure Behavior​

Currently, tires at maximum wear only lose grip but never suffer catastrophic failure.

In real motorsport, extreme tire degradation can lead to punctures, blowouts, or delamination.

Adding a small chance of tire failure under extreme conditions (very high wear + aggressive driving) could improve realism and endurance strategy.

2. Vehicle Damage and Persistence​

The current damage system affects handling, but visual damage is limited and often appears to reset over time or without proper repair.

Examples:

  • Suspension or wheel damage affects steering briefly but is not visually persistent
  • Damage is often “repaired” outside of pit stops
A more realistic system could include:

  • Persistent damage until repaired in pits
  • More visible suspension, wheel, and body deformation
  • Optional “full damage” settings for realism-focused players

3. Brake Overheating and Fade​

Brakes in GT7 rarely reach a point of true failure or severe fade.

In real racing, sustained overheating leads to:

  • Significant brake fade
  • Longer stopping distances
  • Risk of brake failure in extreme cases
Improving brake temperature effects and adding more visible heat (glowing discs, smoke under stress) would greatly improve immersion.

4. Transmission Protection and Over-Revving​

Many cars appear to have artificial protection against mechanical damage from over-revving during downshifts.

It would improve realism if:

  • Cars without modern protection systems could suffer damage
  • Mis-shifts had more meaningful consequences

5. AI Behaviour and Race Dynamics​

AI drivers are very consistent and rarely make mistakes, even under pressure or contact.

At the same time, contact with AI often has unrealistic physics impact on the player.

Suggested improvements:

  • Occasional AI mistakes (braking errors, spins, lock-ups)
  • AI-to-AI incidents
  • More realistic contact physics between cars
  • Variation in driver skill beyond just pace (consistency, aggression, mistakes)

Final Thoughts​

These suggestions are aimed at increasing immersion and realism, especially for endurance racing and long-term gameplay depth.

Gran Turismo already sets a very high standard, and I believe these improvements could strengthen its identity even further as a true driving simulator.

Thank you for reading.
 

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