Gran Turismo 7 + PSVR 2 Full Review: Gimmick or Game Changer? | GT Planet

PSVR 2 really does change the way you play GT7, and I would even go so far as to say it makes it feel like an entirely different experience. I never actually considered myself much of a car collector in GT7, but now I want to drive as many as I can get my hands on just to see what they are like.

It feels like Gran Turismo 7’s full VR support completes not just the game, but larger objectives Polyphony Digital has been pursuing for years. It changes the game, and it represents a significant milestone in the history of this franchise and the racing game genre at large.

[darthv72]

Game changer for me. Im seriously considering getting a wheel because of it.

[Deathdeliverer]

Makes two of us. I never entertained the thought of a racing wheel but yeah… I think they got me on the hook.

[VenomUK]

I tried it a little earlier today. The introductory race was like, woah I'm inside a car racing! It was so good in that you feel like you're in a car racing. It got my stomach a bit, especially when I was moving lanes- but not too much. Then when I had a look at the car in the showroom/outdoor carpark it looked REAL. And then when I sat in it, my reaction was genuine wonder as it FELT real! I then did a race on the first NA track and it had depth and grooves and I won.

I recorded my reaction to it all but sadly it didn't pick up the sound for some reason.

[crazyCoconuts]

You should. It's a must for total immersion.

[Anomander]

Agree with the wheel part, but part of me knows I won’t be satisfied unless it’s mounted correctly. That means building as proper mounting system or buying one premade.

If I had the money I’d look into one that supports a sit down style like you are driving and cross functional for flying VR games too like No Man’s Sky.

[derek]

I was in a night time race in a stacked vett I bought and when you enter into the tunnels and the light floods the interior of the car as you enter, perfection. This game is amazing. I was looking into one of those yaw moving racing chairs, never thought I would.

[Knushwood Butt]

Yeah, the in-car lighting really cements the immersion. Dawn / dusk is another good one.

[mandf]

Darthv72

Just ordered it all. Just waiting the psvr2. I got the wheel rig setup and gt7. Can't wait

[Imalwaysright]

A wheel is a game changer for racing games as well. If you can afford to combine a proper wheel and VR then it's a no brainer especially if you're a fan of racing games.

[SullysCigar]

Pease do it darthv72, I know you'll love it. You can always mount to a full set up in the future if you enjoy it regularly.

I'm thinking we might even see GT7 get a bump in the charts and that will only encourage more driving games to make it into VR. F1 2023 would be nice for the purists, but for me, I'd like a rally game or even better, a kart racer!

Fighting the wheel when you fishtail or during a power slide is an incredible rush - it takes me back, it feels so good - and if you keep in on the road after a spin the endorphins are off the chart! I went for a Thrustmaster T300 RS, with just the basic 2 pedals, no shifter (I use the paddles or just automatic) and even that is amazing. I'm enjoying it so much, I'm thinking of upgrading to a direct drive fanatec, depending how many driving games release over the next year.

One tip for anyone out there with a wheel - whether you buy new or used, make sure you plug it into a PC/laptop and update the firmware!

[darthv72]

I see you use the T300. There is a guy local to me who has a still in box T150 that he bought to use on his PS3/4 but just sat there (so he says). He is only asking like $100 for it and i will see if i can get it for 80-90. I was reading some reviews and watching vids and i know its an entry level FFB wheel but it is better than the T80 which has no FFB. And it works with PS3, 4 and 5 to which I have lots of other driving/racing games I could use with it.

I know these generally go for more so yeah at that price its worth the try. I figure this will be a good start and I can always upgrade if I really get deeply involved in the virtual racing scene.

[frostypants]

Don't cheap out on pedals. People underestimate how important that is. Often bundles have a decent mid-range wheel bundled with hot garbage pedals.

[SullysCigar]

Lol that's what I've got. They're okay now I modded them (which was a piece of cake and took 2 minutes), but I'm thinking of upgrading to a better set, because the break pedal has a dead spot at the start of the press. i have lessened it, but I'll just find a better stock set and swap them out I think. The wheel is great though, no dead spot, 1080 degree rotation, very strong force feedback and immersive rumble for different terrains, crashes, blowouts - it's pretty clever stuff these days.

[Ash01Live]

Definitely get one. Try a thrustmaster 300.

[ApocalypseShadow]

Game changer and console VR users already knew this. PC VR racers knew this. You don't just play the game. You experience it. You live it.

I'm just glad more individuals are learning this fact too. Sony's flagship title has definitely changed a lot of mindsets on console. Detailed graphics on a flat screen is still cool. But then there's VR. Totally ups the game.

[SullysCigar]

Great to see the guys at GT Planet loving PSVR2. They REALLY know their racing! the review launched and had well over 3,000 comments in just a few hours lol

[Outlawzz]

Well just got my ps5 yesterday next stop psvr lol its just so damn expensive, I'll get one in a few months

[jznrpg]

For what you are getting it’s a great deal in my mind. Yes it’s not “cheap” but it’s really high end tech and in comparison it’s much more affordable for the experience you get than other options that are close to it .

[NotoriousWhiz]

Welcome to the club. I just picked up a PS5 about a month ago. Also got the PSVR2 but haven't played it yet. Need to make some adjustments to my play area (not enough space currently) but I plan to hop on it for the first time sometime this weekend. Probably going to start with Kayak VR and Moss. Gonna tackle Horizon after I've built up my VR legs.

[SullysCigar]

I love Kayak VR and got lost in it the other night, just mooching around looking at the wildlife. I even mounted my controllers to a stick to simulate the paddle! There are settings that allow for this and they're very intricate, so it's easier to do that people think - it's quite forgiving tracking.

All I would say is take it slow in Kayak and dip in and out of it until you're good in VR. I played it solid for 2 hours and started to feel 'hungry' even though I'd eaten loads. Then I realised it was a bit of motion sickness creeping in, so I heeded the warning and stopped playing - NEVER push through it. Next night, 2 more hours, felt great! It's quick to adjust, but you have to let your body be the judge and don't try to toughen up.

Next up, Pavlov!

[generic-user-name]

I was racing in an American muscle car of some kind, a '69 or '70 and as I was checking out the old school dash, I noticed the odometer was actually ticking up as I was driving. I also had the time set to go 30x faster than standard and the in-car clock was spinning around rapidly. Not sure I'd have noticed these details playing traditionally. VR lets you get a real close look.

[boing1]

It's amazing!

[S2Killinit]

I mean when you see it in action it really opens your eyes to a whole new workd of gaming possibilities

[Profchaos]

For me game changer I wasn't really into gt before the vr add on I brought it after the psvr2 compatibility announcement and played about 3 hours traditionally and it was ok but not great in vr i can't stop playing it the game had even replaced re8 as my most played game on psvr2 which I really didn't expect

[Rhythmattic]

IMHO, the using a mid tier (G29) wheel , compared to a DS Controller in most Racing/sim games, blows it by 10 fold, but add that up, then Add ontop PSVR2......
Yeh, The answer is somewhat , exponential....

[boing1]

I think using any wheel, even the cheap one, will be superior to DS in VR

[SullysCigar]

I agree, but I've heard, weirdly, that the motion controls on DualSense are surprisingly good, with all the haptic feedback it gives while driving. Something to consider for those that can't stretch to a wheel right away.

[Einhander1971]

Have PSVR, still an impressive piece of kit, but having got PSVR 2 last week it's stunning!! Playing Rez and Moss 2 is simply out of this world. Next stop for me Switchback:)

[Bathyj]

Game changer. Anyone thinking gimmick hasn't played it.