The Gran Turismo series is represented by four primary releases, two for the PlayStation and two for the PlayStation 2. The series is also represented by many other “abbreviated” releases on the PlayStation 2 and PlayStation 3. Polyphony Digital has announced the production of two other primary release titles labeled Gran Turismo (PSP) and Gran Turismo 5. Gran Turismo (PSP) was recently given a North America and Europe release date of October 1, 2009 with a Japan release following on October 8, 2009. The Gran Turismo (PSP) release date coincides with the release of the PSP Go.
Gran Turismo
Gran Turismo (Spanish for "Grand Tourer", often abbreviated to GT), is a highly successful and critically acclaimed series of racing simulation video games produced for the Sony PlayStation, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Portable gaming systems. All of the games are said to simulate the appearance and performance of a large selection of vehicles, nearly all of which are licensed reproductions of real-world automobiles. Since the franchise’s first entry in December 1997, over 50 million units have been sold worldwide for the PlayStation, PlayStation 2, and PlayStation 3.