During the State of Play was the announcement of Gran Turismo 7 Spec IV, adding two new tracks, twelve cars, and a myriad of other features and improvements. In the same vein as the Spec III announcement from last year, it is one of the biggest changes to the game in its history, providing the following list of updates:
Two new circuits
Sportsland Sugo
Autumn Ring
Twelve new cars, though at the moment, we only know six of them.
BMW M5
Honda Mugen Motel Civic Si '87 Race Car
Citroen 2CV
Honda Stepwgn Spada
Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo
Driver Level cap has been increased to 90 (not official announced, but visible in the announcement).
Online Drift Trial races
"Shuffle" race mode.
Car free look mode in dealership.
Car concierge feature.
Some sort of pseudo-license feature with the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra?
New "Family" mode to be more accessible to young kids.
New Power Pack difficulty level.
It was announced in the trailer that more would be announced at the third round of the Gran Turismo Would Series in Singapore on October 3.
The blog post also announced all the changes in one place.
Quote From Polyphony Digital Next year marks the 30th anniversary of the original Gran Turismo, and to celebrate the milestone, Gran Turismo 7 will receive a free major update called “Spec IV.” The update will be released in two parts, with the first arriving in October and the second in December 2026.
The updates will add a variety of new content and features, including two new circuits, 12 distinctive cars, a new “Family” mode designed for families to enjoy together and more.
Gran Turismo 7 continues to evolve. Get ready for one of its biggest updates yet.Gran Turismo 7 Spec IV Main Content
October
・ A new circuit, Sportsland SUGO.
・ Six new cars.
・ A new Spec IV opening cinematic.
・ Vintage, a section featuring cars no longer available to purchase new.
・ Car Concierge, a service for ordering Used and Legend cars.
・ Experience, a mode featuring brand-specific driving challenges.
・ Car Viewer, a feature that lets you admire the cars in your garage.
・ An increased Collector Level cap.December
・ A new circuit, Autumn Ring.
・ Six new cars.
・ Family, a new mode for players of all ages.
・Shuffle Race, a luck-based race featuring randomly selected cars.
・ Online Drift Trial, a new mode where players can test their drifting skills against others worldwide.
・ The next evolution of Gran Turismo Sophy.
・ A new Power Pack difficulty level for advanced players.
Further details about Spec IV will be announced at a later date. More information about the updates will also be revealed during Round 3 of the Gran Turismo World Series in Singapore on October 3, so be sure to tune in to the broadcast for details.Two New Circuits
Two new circuits will be added. The first is Sportsland SUGO, one of Japan’s foremost technical circuits, known for its dramatic elevation changes.
The second is Autumn Ring, a circuit that will be instantly recognizable to longtime Gran Turismo fans. In addition to the familiar original layout, the circuit will feature a new, greatly expanded configuration.Sportsland SUGO
Autumn Ring
New Cars
Family Mode
One of the main highlights of the Spec IV update is the new Family mode. Designed for players of all ages and skill levels, the mode makes Gran Turismo 7 more accessible to kids and beginners while still offering plenty for experienced players to enjoy.
Other New Features
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