Gran Turismo 4 review

Gran Turismo 4 is the best racing game on the PS2 and the strongest pick on this list for all ages. Sony's launch release lists more than 700 cars, up to 100 tracks and dealerships representing over 80 manufacturers. Gran Turismo Mode has you start at the bottom, earn money, buy and tune cars and enter more than 200 championship races, while License Center tests open new race formats. B-spec mode puts you in the role of team manager directing an AI driver, and Photo Mode adds a hobby of its own. It supports one to two players on a console and up to six over LAN, plus 1080i output and the Logitech Driving Force Pro wheel. A used disc lists at $26.99 before sales at DKOldies. The simulation handling and license tests take patience, so arcade racing fans may prefer something lighter.

Who it is for

Racing fans and families who want a deep simulator rated E.

Price

Used PS2 disc from $26.99 at DKOldies (regular price, before sales).

Original price: $26.99
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 10, 2026.

Key features

• More than 700 cars and up to 100 tracks
• Gran Turismo Mode with more than 200 championship races
• B-spec mode where you manage an AI driver as team manager
• Photo Mode for shooting cars on the track
• Support for 1080i output and the Logitech Driving Force Pro wheel

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Rated E for Everyone
• Strength: Huge car roster from over 80 manufacturers
• Strength: Two-player split play and up to six players over LAN
• Weakness: Simulation handling takes time to learn
• Weakness: License tests gate parts of the career
• Weakness: LAN play needs extra consoles and discs

Key facts

• Developer: Polyphony Digital
• Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment America (North America)
• North American release: February 22, 2005
• ESRB: Everyone
• Cars: More than 700

Where it ranks

Gran Turismo 4 is No. 6 in our Best PS2 Games of All Time verdict.