New free-to-play Gran Turismo experience launches on PS5 and PS4 December 6

https://blog.playstation.com/2024/12/04/my-first-gran-turismo-launches-on-ps5-and-ps4-december-6/

My First Gran Turismo is a new free-to-play Gran Turismo experience for players of all ages.

As we celebrate PlayStation’s 30th anniversary, I’m thrilled to introduce My First Gran Turismo, a special free-to-play invitation to dive into the exhilarating world of motorsports. This experience holds a special place in my heart, as it pays tribute to the origins of the first Gran Turismo, where players of all generations discovered the joys of driving. Whether it’s introducing kids to the joy of racing for the first time or reigniting a forgotten passion for driving, My First Gran Turismo was designed to be both approachable and immersive, created for everyone, with no limits on age or driving skill level.

https://www.gran-turismo.com/us/news/00_1245640.html

This trial version of Gran Turismo 7 is crafted for those who are new to the series, offering an inviting introduction to its three core pillars: driving, learning about cars, and collecting them. Designed with accessibility in mind, it aims to ignite a passion for automobiles in players of all ages, from curious children to seasoned enthusiasts.

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It's basically a demo lol. Thoughts?

I haven't touched GT in years so I may give it try.

Meh. I may give it a try but I might not either. Lost interest in the Gran Turismo games at the third one. Tried to get back into them at with 5 and 6 but they just didn’t do anything for me. Too many other games that I’m much more interested in playing anyway.

They should bring back Drive Club.

Not sure how or why they are going to get kids or casuals into Gran Turismo. I guess this is like Arcade Mode?

They're technically calling it a "Gran Turismo 7 Free Trial Version".

It's just a trimmed down version of GT7 that's intended to serve as a simplified intro.

I didn't get the 30th anniversary themes on my PS5? I check and everything was up to date, is that a Pro thing?

@Nonstop-Madness: Ok. Maybe this has something to do with the 30th celebration or it's very late

it's not. There should be a 30th anniversary item at the top of the settings page.

Probably worth a download I already have GT sport downloaded and waiting. Not even touched it.

That's where I'm at as well with Gran Turismo franchise. Sadly, Forza Horizon games truly spoiled me, it's hard to go back to Gran Turismo. If I have time, I'll give it a try.

@davillain: That’s the same for me. I just get more enjoyment from the Forza franchise which is enough to scratch my itch for sim/arcade style racing.

@R4gn4r0k: Restart your PS5 then go to settings, there's a 30th anniversary tab you will have access to for themes.