Research-backed game lineage

Gran Turismo

Gran Turismo is included in the Series Atlas after independent recognition and an authoritative game-by-game roster audit. Editions, simple ports, DLC, bundles, canceled projects, and cameo-only appearances are excluded.

10 curated games 1999–2022 release span 0 connected branches

Genre profile

Primary-root profile.

The researched entries keep a consistent primary-root profile.

Observed shapeRacing10 researched entries

Primary roots

Racing5

Frameworks

02Racing1999 03Unclassified2000 04Racing2001 05Unclassified2003 06Unclassified2006 07Unclassified2007 08Racing2009 09Unclassified2013 10Racing2017 11Racing2022

Subgenres representedSim Racing 5

Entry points

Starting points.

Use the researched chronology, ratings, and remake relationships to select a starting title.

Chronological startGran Turismo 2Mainline · 1999

Highest ratedGran Turismo 3: A-SpecMainline · 2001

Most recent mainlineGran Turismo 7Mainline · 2022

Release chronology

All researched entries.

Ordered by researched series position, then original release date. Ports, DLC, and duplicate editions are intentionally excluded.

10 games in this lineage

Mainline1999

Gran Turismo 2

Gran Turismo 2 is a racing game for the Sony PlayStation and the sequel to Gran Turismo. The game uses two different modes: Arcade Mode and Gran Turismo Mode. In the arcade mode, the player can freely choose vehicles they wish to use, and can enable damage. However, the Gran Turismo Mode requires the player to earn driver's licenses, pay for vehicles, and earn trophies in order to unlock new courses. Gran Turismo 2 features nearly 650 automobiles and 27 racing tracks, including rally tracks. Compared with Gran Turismo, the gameplay, physics and graphics are very similar. The major changes are the vastly expanded number of cars, tracks and races in simulation mode. Other differences include that the player can race events separately, if they don't want to enter the whole tournament. The player is no longer able to "qualify" for each race entered.

Dec 11, 199982/100

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Mainline2000

Gran Turismo 2000

Gran Turismo 2000 is the original title of the project that became Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec, with the name being used for several demonstration builds and one demo disc. It was based on Gran Turismo 2, where the physics and graphics were updated to showcase what Polyphony Digital could do with the new hardware in the PlayStation 2.

Feb 18, 2000

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Mainline2001

Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec

More than two years in the making, Gran Turismo 3 A-spec features over 150 detailed cars -- each composed of more than 4,000 polygons -- 60 beginner, amateur and professional championship races, as well as ten endurance races and ten rally races. In addition to all-new special effects, such as sun glare, heat distortion and reflections, Gran Turismo 3 A-spec also offers up a soundtrack of more than 20 licensed tracks, and an even better replay mode with TV-style camera views. Two players can go head-to-head via split-screen and up to six can duke it out by linking multiple systems together via i.LINK. Released worldwide in 2001, Gran Turismo 3 a-Spec was designed by Polyphony Digital.

Apr 28, 200192/100

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Mainline2003

Gran Turismo 4 Prologue

Gran Turismo 4 Prologue is a racing video game in the Gran Turismo series. This short version title preceded the release of the full-length version Gran Turismo 4 in 2004. For undisclosed reasons, the game was not released in the North American market. Though it was necessary to limit the number of cars and courses included, this product still included some of the main features of the Gran Turismo franchise such as races, time attack and license tests. The sneak preview also expressed the latest technology Polyphony Digital had accumulated over the past two years. Featuring 50 of GT4's then-planned 500 cars as well as five courses, this expanded demo was designed as a stop-gap until the complete version was released.

Dec 4, 200355/100

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Mainline2006

Gran Turismo HD Concept

Gran Turismo HD Concept was the first installment of the Gran Turismo racing series to be released on the PlayStation 3. It was made available as a free download on the PlayStation Store. A Blu-ray Disc version, called "Install Disc", was released in Japan in limited quantities in September 2007. This game was intended to be a sneak preview, in the likes of Gran Turismo Concept, preceding the release of a full version title but the Gran Turismo HD project was canceled and replaced by Gran Turismo 5 Prologue.

Dec 24, 200645/100

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Mainline2007

Gran Turismo 5 Prologue

Gran Turismo 5 Prologue is a precursor and sampling of Gran Turismo 5 and replaced Gran Turismo HD Concept. The "Prologue" suffix is a self-reference to Gran Turismo 4 Prologue, which was released one year before the full version of Gran Turismo 4. Since October 3, 2008, the game is now referred to as Gran Turismo 5 Prologue Spec III which is the software's version 3.0 title. Gran Turismo 5 Prologue Spec III features 16-player online races, over 70 cars (including tuned cars), 6 tracks, 12 layouts, a 60 frames per second frame rate (during races, replays are displayed at 30 frames per second) and LPCM 7.1ch high definition sound.

Dec 13, 200773/100

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Mainline2009

Gran Turismo

The highly acclaimed Gran Turismo makes its hotly anticipated debut exclusively on the PSP system, introducing the most ultra-realistic racing experience ever on a handheld. 800 cars. 35 tracks. Only possible on the PSP Prepare for the most authentic handheld racing experience as the best-selling Gran Turismo series debuts on the PSP system. Prove your driving skills on 35 tracks, and trade or share more than 800 stunning cars from the world's top manufacturers.

Oct 1, 200971/100

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Mainline2013

Gran Turismo 6

Gran Turismo 6 is a racing video game and the sixth main installment—and twelfth overall entry—in the Gran Turismo series. New features include the addition of more cars and tracks, enhanced car customization options, and partnerships with the Goodwood Festival of Speed, the Ayrton Senna Institute, the FIA, and NASA.

Dec 5, 201382/100

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Mainline2017

Gran Turismo Sport

Welcome to the future of motorsports – the definitive motor racing experience is back and better than ever only on PlayStation 4. Gran Turismo Sport is the world’s first racing experience to be built from the ground up to bring global, online competitions sanctioned by the highest governing body of international motorsports, the FIA (Federation International Automobile). Create your legacy as you represent and compete for your home country or favorite manufacturer.

Oct 17, 201776/100

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Mainline2022

Gran Turismo 7

Gran Turismo 7 brings together the very best features of the Real Driving Simulator. Whether you’re a competitive or casual racer, collector, tuner, livery designer or photographer – find your line with a staggering collection of game modes including fan-favorites like GT Campaign, Arcade and Driving School. With the reintroduction of the legendary GT Simulation Mode, buy, tune, race and sell your way through a rewarding solo campaign as you unlock new cars and challenges. And if you love going head-to-head with others, hone your skills and compete in the GT Sport Mode.

Mar 4, 202284/100

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Sources and method

Built from the public record.

Membership is researched from external official and independent sources. Mainline games, direct spin-offs, remakes, remasters, and standalone expansions are included; DLC, simple ports, duplicate editions, compilation-only duplicates, rumors, cancellations, and cameo-only crossovers are excluded.

database Gran Turismo collection — IGDB
IGDB maintains a distinct collection record for Gran Turismo and supplies the authoritative roster used for membership verification.
reference List of best-selling video game franchises
The independent catalog recognizes Gran Turismo as a multi-game franchise and supports its inclusion in this major-series research sweep.