Gran Turismo 5
- Platform: PlayStation 3
- Price: $59.99
- Genre: Racing
Common Sense Media says
Extraordinarily fun racing sim is deep but unrealistic.
- Platform: PlayStation 3
- Price: $59.99
- Genre: Racing
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Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that Gran Turismo 5 is rated "Everyone" by the ESRB because it is free of graphic violence, profanity, sexuality, and illicit substances. However, moms and dads should be aware that the game is filled with advertising and product placement from prominent brands in the automotive industry. Parents should also know that the game fails to depict high speed car crashes with authenticity -- cars show only minor signs of exterior damage and drivers survive unscathed -- meaning younger players could get the wrong impression about the dangers associated with high speed collisions. Note, too, that this game supports open voice chat between online players. Common Sense Media does not recommend open online play for pre-teens. Parents might want to turn off the option for voice chat by using the parental controls that are part of their console system.
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What's it about?
PlayStation 3 gamers had to sit idly by last year while Xbox 360 gamers gushed about Microsoft's Forza Motorsport 3. Now, PS3-owning driving fans can climb behind the wheel of Sony's near photo-realistic GRAN TURISMO 5, and for the first time in the coveted series, race with or against up to 15 friends in a handful of online modes. While only a few are available at the start of the game, roughly 1000 unlock-able real-world cars are available, all of which can be modified for better performance or aesthetics. Toy with new camera options, including a view from behind the wheel, as your vehicle hugs the asphalt and reacts in real-time to turns, bumps, and slight imperfections in the road. Those who prefer a more arcade experience can turn on driving assists, if preferred.
Is it any good?
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Gran Turismo 5 was well worth the wait for a number of reasons: tight handling, accurate physics, a huge number of cars, outstanding graphics (including 3D support) and ambitious online support. The game houses more than 20 track locations in total, but variations of those tracks (such as mirror mode) bring the number closer to 70. Fans of this best-selling franchise can also expect mechanical and minor external car damage, night racing, and for the first time in the series, NASCAR, Super GT, and World Rally Championship licenses are in the game. Truly, all the bases are covered here. Kudos to Polyphony Digital for delivering a fun, deep, and stunning racing experience that's well worth the wait.
Online interaction: This game supports open voice chat with other players, opening the door for players to be exposed to coarse language and inappropriate conversations. It also makes possible the sharing of personal information.
Families can talk about...
Families can talk about how a child's perception of driving might be altered as he or she plays racing video games. If a game downplays the dangers involved in high speed racing, will kids think it is safer than it actually is?
Would you prefer racing simulators to be more accurate in their depiction of crashes, even if it meant adding graphic violence?
Families can also discuss the dangers associated with online play. How can you tell if you encounter an online predator? What steps should you take?
Can playing car race games lead to risky behavior when driving in real life? See our discussion here.
Game details
| Platforms: | PlayStation 3 |
| Price: | $59.99 |
| Available online? | Not available online |
| Developer: | Sony Computer Entertainment |
| Release date: | November 24, 2010 |
| Genre: | Racing |
| Topics: | Sports and martial arts |
| ESRB rating: | E for Mild Language (PlayStation 3) |
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fine racer.
youd have to be really strict to think this is a bad game.i give it an A ok for 8 and up
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A masterpiece
To be honest it was waell well well worth the wait.the 6th game in the franchise if you count prologue which wasn't a game to be honest.Anyway this game is perfectly realistic but for one major flaw the damage system is TERRIBLE.However don't get me wrong this DOES NOT put the wrong message across as it is only a game at the end of day,think about it.Sure the PEGI rating is 3+ but anyone could play this game.the online isn't an issue as you can mute or block the person talking to you. And about the advertising,how are you supposed to make a simulation game without the REAL thing.Makes sense doesnt it.However when you get to the endurance and extreme levels things start to get a bit tricky as when you get to level 40 you have to race the 24hr of Nurburgring Norshliffe don't get me wrong that's a FULL day racing!!! On a final note this us a great game which you surely get hours apon hours of enjoyment
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