PGR2 is a huge improvement for the original and is a flat out great game.
The games graphics are more polished in this version. The car selection is much better and so are the tracks. Each track has amazing scenery, just awesome backgrounds, and not just for a racing game. The game also has a better sense of speed then the first, while it’s isn’t up to Need for Speed level it is definitely competent at what it does. The game has a large variety and selection of songs and features the custom soundtrack option. The in game sounds of the engines, tires squealing, and other racing related sounds are excellent and realistic.
The game has very lengthy single player modes and also features multiplayer and online play. Overall, it is a great game and one of the best racing games out there. I recommend buying PGR2 instead of the first, because it is much better and more polished. I personally didn’t like the original but loved the sequel and I’d hate to see anyone play the first and get the wrong idea about the series. If you like racing or are thinking about trying a racing game, this is one of the better options out there.