Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.61 Now Available

[Gt2344]

i actually guess the N-one Correct well not as correct cause i guessed N-box if u saw that.

A Nissan Qashqai obviously a Crossover as we know are coming, is very useless in this game

Nissan GTR Z-tune: Never heard of it but im excited


(SRY IF I DONT HAVE ANY EXPLANATION OR EVIDENCE ACCORDING TO SOMEONE)

 

[Jaytal6]

Part of the ethos of GT now - as exemplified by the "museum" sections introduced in Sport - is as a tool to educate about car culture and the history of the automobile. The Unimog is a pretty significant vehicle in Europe, and the Kangoo (as explained at the time) is wildly popular in Japan and the subject of one of the country's biggest single-model annual gatherings.

Also both are a hoot to drive.

I stand corrected. This is a worldwide game after all and I need to keep that in mind.

 

[Famine]

I stand corrected. This is a worldwide game after all and I need to keep that in mind.

You're not wrong either though - the Buick GNX is definitely significant enough, and it has to be noted that American cars are being quite under-served in GT7 (not that this is unusual in a GT game ).

There's been 98 European and Asian cars added to the game in updates (evenly split, 49:49; this update will make it three in Asia's favour). American cars number just 14 - and that's a number that includes obviously European cars like the Sierra and Escort RS classed under their parent American brand despite having nothing to do with it, and four cars from the SEMA Awards.

It's pretty obviously not good enough for people who like American cars, and it's not like the game was already bursting at the seams with them.

 

[meganinja]

660cc

in japan all kei cars are required to have 660cc
this why Honda S660 has this name as well

it sounds a lot like the entry-level race series in Gran Turismo games

that beacuse the N-One Owners Cup its supposed entry level for japanese motorsports (even if most that race it, do it for fun and tend to not go to other classes)
then, they go to Fit 1.5, then they go to other motorsports such as Super Taikyu or TCR Japan

 

[ynot]

I just want some tracks. Any tracks from anywhere, just something. Even fake tracks would be welcomed.

 

[SPOOLMAN]

That's a stretch and a half. If anything the base model is more inline with GT historically.

Look, I'm not against the Z-Tune existing. Hell, I'd love one IRL. I'm sure I'll find some enjoyment with it in GT7, even. In terms of it's inclusion in GT7, it just seems superfluous. The model we have now (which isn't the base model, BTW) can be tuned to match the Z-Tune specs pretty accurately as is. So, unless there are some wildly different tuning/modification options, it's just not adding much to the game. The only thing saving it (potentially) is a unique engine swap, or any unique tuning options (I'm not holding my breath) that set it apart. Maybe a unique engine note that isn't rev locked like so many of the vehicle are.



This is certainly my hope. Yet that doesn't exactly make it a worthwhile addition. It would be easier to just add new customization options to the existing R34 (not that PD ever have, up till this point).

I think you guys are missing something here. Im mostly excited for the Z tune as the audio will be completely re done for the RB26 which gets me excited as the current sample sucks.

 

[SnakeOfBacon]

Very keen for the Kei car and GT-R, but I'm bothered. I still don't know if Mine's is pronounced as an English word: "Which car is mine? Mine's the white one with Mine's written on the side", or the Japanese name Mine (Mi-neh).

 

[05XR8]

Very keen for the Kei car and GT-R, but I'm bothered. I still don't know if Mine's is pronounced as an English word: "Which car is mine? Mine's the white one with Mine's written on the side", or the Japanese name Mine (Mi-neh).

 

[ScottPuss20]

I expected the R34 GT-R Z-Tune and the Qashqai but I did not expect the Honda N-One. That could very well be the best car in this update... Jokes aside, I think it's great that this game is still getting updates despite being more than 3 years old. Say what you will about PD but you have to admit that the car variety is unmatched.

 

[ShonnDaylee]

I think you guys are missing something here. Im mostly excited for the Z tune as the audio will be completely re done for the RB26 which gets me excited as the current sample sucks.

I literally mentioned it in the post you quoted, as a possible upside (if it is indeed different), especially if they allow for rev increase (audio sample) with tuning parts (high lift cams for instance). As this game moves into it's twilight. The sound is one of my biggest deciders when I'm choosing a vehicle for an event. I couldn't agree more about the current RB26DETT sample. It's very poor, indeed.

 

[alvitoxde123]

You guys convinced me abt the honda, its a fun little car. The Z-tune is exciting, a good car to add. Regarding the Qashqai, i couldnt care less. The X-Trail is a better car overall, however, i like more European cars. My profile photo is back when i was an more JDM guy. So 6/10 update for me, a track would make it a 9, but its not happening. We might get 2 months more of updates before an little announcement of GT8. And then GT8 might release in 2026.

 

[ArronWestley]

You guys convinced me abt the honda, its a fun little car. The Z-tune is exciting, a good car to add. Regarding the Qashqai, i couldnt care less. The X-Trail is a better car overall, however, i like more European cars. My profile photo is back when i was an more JDM guy. So 6/10 update for me, a track would make it a 9, but its not happening. We might get 2 months more of updates before an little announcement of GT8. And then GT8 might release in 2026.

I think it'll be a mistake to release GT8 on the PS5, unless Sony extends the PS5's lifespan. The PS4 went from 2013-2020 and the pandemic as well as the semiconductor crisis gave it a bit more life because it was difficult to find PS5s. It's possible the PS6 comes out in 2027 then, with GT8 a launch title for it. This is what I'd do... unless, as I've said, Sony stretches the PS5's life beyond 2027.

 

[alvitoxde123]

I think it'll be a mistake to release GT8 on the PS5, unless Sony extends the PS5's lifespan. The PS4 went from 2013-2020 and the pandemic as well as the semiconductor crisis gave it a bit more life because it was difficult to find PS5s. It's possible the PS6 comes out in 2027 then, with GT8 a launch title for it. This is what I'd do... unless, as I've said, Sony stretches the PS5's life beyond 2027.

the problem is that most players are burned out from GT7. From the career mode standpoint the game was pathetic, PD knows it, the players see it, everyone knows it. They need GT8 sooner than later. Also, i see PS6 launched in 2028. Another possibility is that PD, only caring about sales, thinks "oh well the game is selling ok, lets get more juice out of it, GT8 on december 27" But seeing these updates is pretty much obvious than GT8 might release next year or very early 2027.

 

[05XR8]

I think it'll be a mistake to release GT8 on the PS5, unless Sony extends the PS5's lifespan. The PS4 went from 2013-2020 and the pandemic as well as the semiconductor crisis gave it a bit more life because it was difficult to find PS5s. It's possible the PS6 comes out in 2027 then, with GT8 a launch title for it. This is what I'd do... unless, as I've said, Sony stretches the PS5's life beyond 2027.

I’m not bothered when a next GT game releases. As one of the many things Kaz says, if My First GT is going to be upgraded, that’s probably a good way to postpone a next game. Especially if PD(mainly SONY) are going make the next GT for one console. If nothing else comes of My First GT so be it. Just to say I’m not focused on a next game as I used to be.

 

[alvitoxde123]

I’m not bothered when a next GT game releases. As one of the many things Kaz says, if My First GT is going to be upgraded, that’s probably a good way to postpone a next game. Especially if PD(mainly SONY) are going make the next GT for one console. If nothing else comes of My First GT so be it. Just to say I’m not focused on a next game as I used to be.

My first GT was just a marketing move from Sony that only slowed on whatever PD was working for the actual games at the time.

 

[Nakano219]

the problem is that most players are burned out from GT7.

This isn't happening though, is the thing.

Judging playerbase is harder for games that aren't on Steam and don't have CCU metrics. But what numbers we do have (time trial participation numbers) suggest there are more people playing GT7 in 2025 than there were in 2024 or 2023.

I don't know what PD's secret is, because when you look at them from the outside they seem awful at being a live service. But they have some secret sauce that keeps players engaged in the long term, even without battle passes to grind or cosmetics to buy.

 

[05XR8]

My first GT was just a marketing move from Sony that only slowed on whatever PD was working for the actual games at the time.

Slowed what? I missed something. The game been out two and a half years when it debuted.

 

[Rockonen]

You all talking like it's cashguy for a fact, eventhough some youtubers are guessing it'd be some kind of Yaris. If it actually was the new GR Yaris with DCT, this update wouldn't be so bad after all.

 

[ArronWestley]

the problem is that most players are burned out from GT7. From the career mode standpoint the game was pathetic, PD knows it, the players see it, everyone knows it. They need GT8 sooner than later. Also, i see PS6 launched in 2028. Another possibility is that PD, only caring about sales, thinks "oh well the game is selling ok, lets get more juice out of it, GT8 on december 27" But seeing these updates is pretty much obvious than GT8 might release next year or very early 2027.

The voices asking for career mode are relatively loud and sour but don't seem to matter much. Internet bubble has little impact on the real world. Forza Horizon 5, which is much more successful than GT7, doesn't have a career mode either, it has a checklist and its progression is as open-ended as it can be.

In 2025 I still see people asking for a career mode in GT7... Oh yes, myself with hundreds of cars in the game, I'm so going to enjoy a career mode. It's exactly what I need, to start from nothing and beat the game... except I already own everything, and have already beaten the game.

For the record, I've played My First GT. It didn't need a career mode to have good progression. This is what people need in games like these. Things to do and some semblance of going from nothing to everything. In a live service, if there must be a career mode, it should be there just to get you going, because what will keep players coming back is what comes after.

This isn't happening though, is the thing.

Judging playerbase is harder for games that aren't on Steam and don't have CCU metrics. But what numbers we do have (time trial participation numbers) suggest there are more people playing GT7 in 2025 than there were in 2024 or 2023.

I don't know what PD's secret is, because when you look at them from the outside they seem awful at being a live service. But they have some secret sauce that keeps players engaged in the long term, even without battle passes to grind or cosmetics to buy.

The thing is that the game is that good and PD's mismanagement isn't enough to ruin the experience.

The criticism I can give PD is that they could and should do more. The updates are bad not really because the content is bad, but because how little they give every month (when it's monthly!).

In short: PD's fault is being slow.

 

[Normalaatsra]

The new Golf R would be a great addition. More hot hatches in general like the Audi RS3, Ford Focus RS or Hyundai i30N.

VW is such a mystery to me, like why hasn't a road going Beetle that inspired the Gr.3 car been added yet since GTS? Why has only the Scirocco R returned but not the Golf R from GT5? And why is the Scirocco Gr.4 an original car instead of that bioethanol racing car they covered in GT6?

 

[V8 Hilux]

Weakest car release yet...?
Hopefully this is a sign that there will be more other things with this update.

 

[Betty blue]

PD is lucky to have such a fanbase like you in "gtplanet" who are enthusiastic about Gran Turismo. Otherwise this game should be dead by now.

Like you guys, GT has been my favourite title since GT1 released in 1997, but honestly my enthusiasm about it now is below zero! ( or at least I pretend that 😅)

Time after time they released these poor, cheap and lazy updates with these endless compact cars or older models that I struggled to understand who does it interest in a race simulation game!

We deserve to have newer sports & race cars, as well as classics. And more tracks like the gran turismo classics or Silverstone! It's been over 3 years since its release!


Thanks for reading out my rant 😅

 

[HarVee]

Weakest car release yet...?
Hopefully this is a sign that there will be more other things with this update.

There will be other things. We'll have three boring races that pay pennies. As usual. But hey, it's something, right?

 

[Draugnimir]

I don't know what PD's secret is, because when you look at them from the outside they seem awful at being a live service. But they have some secret sauce that keeps players engaged in the long term, even without battle passes to grind or cosmetics to buy.

I believe it's just about two facts: that players have no real alternative on PlayStation and that Gran Turismo is such a strong franchise. So PD can do basically nothing (just monthly updates/reminders saying "We're still here" with some random cars) and have millions of players anyway. Kaz doesn't need to bother listening to our feedback.

That being said, I'll give him some more feedback

About the Honda N-One: this car obviously fits Gran Turismo perfectly but I'm not excited to drive it at all, because slow cars in GT7 are rubbish. They just highlight the poor sense of speed (due to lack of FoV settings) and sub-optimal cockpit camera placement (with very few exceptions). Not sure if I can think of less immersive driving experience than in Gran Turismo. Also adding so many "starter cars" so late in game's lifecycle is just stup... not very wise

 

[Nakano219]

Weakest car release yet...?

January 2024 would like a word.

April 2024 as well, unless the Chevelle is someone's favourite car.

 

[Johnny Caisse]

I believe it's just about two facts: that players have no real alternative on PlayStation and that Gran Turismo is such a strong franchise. So PD can do basically nothing (just monthly updates/reminders saying "We're still here" with some random cars) and have millions of players anyway. Kaz doesn't need to bother listening to our feedback.

That being said, I'll give him some more feedback

About the Honda N-One: this car obviously fits Gran Turismo perfectly but I'm not excited to drive it at all, because slow cars in GT7 are rubbish. They just highlight the poor sense of speed (due to lack of FoV settings) and sub-optimal cockpit camera placement (with very few exceptions). Not sure if I can think of less immersive driving experience than in Gran Turismo.

Call me crazy, but when possible back then I used to like to start in a Kei car or some 80's Secondhand dealer car.

 

[HarVee]

January 2024 would like a word.

April 2024 as well, unless the Chevelle is someone's favourite car.

April '24 was a good update for me simply because of the Chevelle. Yet again I love classic American cars... something which the game is very much lacking in still.

 

[Draugnimir]

Call me crazy, but when possible back then I used to like to start in a Kei car or some 80's Secondhand dealer car.

If by "back then" you mean in previous Gran Turismo games, then I'm with you

But in GT7 we can't even restart the game to use these new cars in career mode as starters because Cafe forces us to use specific models and ruins any sense of progression. That's the real tragedy. Also I can't imagine unlocking all basic features (like selling cars) again by grinding through all menus.

 

[tankuroded]

You know what would be interesting rather than buying a separate car as the Z-Tune, instead you have to buy the base R34 and then you pay for the Z-Tune package and one of those corporate clippy avatars walks you through the upgrades that are being done to your car to make it into a Z-Tune. But that would require so many resources that PD can't spare. Like, a few paragraphs of copy. Nahh, will never happen.

So, like PS1/PS3-era racing modifications?

Also, this already sort of occurs with certain cars, like Citroen BX having the GTi parts and R8 LMS Evo having the Evo II parts.

Am I wrong to think the Honda isn't actually that quirky an addition?

It's just a kei car. Kei cars have been a staple category of this series since GT2, and there's no extra "oddity" to it (as opposed to the Carry, whose truck-ness I agree makes it quirky).

Additionally, I've noticing there's no kei car in its traditional form - a boxy hatchback - in the car roster. We only have three coupes/roadsters, a SUV, and a pickup (as mentioned).

 

[Ryan81]

So, is it more likely the Z-Tune or the Mines? Kind of hoping it's the former just because we've never had it in GT before. Or have we....🤔