The latest update of Gran Turismo 7, numbered 1.20, just released. Without any surprise following Kazunori's teaser last week, the new cars are as predicted the following:
The Dior version of the DeTomaso Mangusta is already available in the same dealership for 500.000 Cr, which is more expensive than the regular version for the same specs, aside the livery (which you can change), a different interior color, and the fact that using it will force the Dior racing gear on your character.
Still on the content side of things, the circuit of Barcelona - Catalunya gets additional layouts : a version without the final chicane, the shorter national version (which takes a hairpin before T1), and more interestingly the rallycross track. Turn 10 remains the old version though, the recently updated corner not having been scanned or modeled so far.
This looks like this wasn't the original plan regarding track additions for this update, as spotted earlier when the details of one of the upcoming online esport races changed, so the devs resorted to this backup plan instead.
New engine swaps have also been discovered by the community already:
The tyre heating model feels vastly improved, especially when analyzed through a 3rd party app: after being put under load and stress, the tyres retain heat for a longer period of time, and stabilizes to sligthly higher temperatures (starting from cold tyres). Before this update, the tyres would pretty much cool down instantly in a very spectacular fashion as they stopped being stressed.
The tyre wear model has also been changed. Aside the scale of the visual indicator, the way tyre grip drops off towards the end of the tyre's life has changed drastically: it's a lot less progressive, with only a few laps of warning with a small drop in pace before the tyre completely shuts off and becomes undriveable, as if it went flat. The way mechanical damages trigger also seem to have been tweaked according to the setting selected.
Aside all that, the update brings in a couple new Cafe Menus have been added to the solo campaign, and a bunch of small fixes. No mention of lobby stability updates have been made, although recent discoveries reported by IGTL to Polyphony Digital might have delayed scheduled deployment of patches. Full patch notes can be found in the spoiler below.
- McLaren MP4/4 '88
- Pontiac GTO 'The Judge' '69
- Porsche Cayman GT4 '16
The Dior version of the DeTomaso Mangusta is already available in the same dealership for 500.000 Cr, which is more expensive than the regular version for the same specs, aside the livery (which you can change), a different interior color, and the fact that using it will force the Dior racing gear on your character.
Still on the content side of things, the circuit of Barcelona - Catalunya gets additional layouts : a version without the final chicane, the shorter national version (which takes a hairpin before T1), and more interestingly the rallycross track. Turn 10 remains the old version though, the recently updated corner not having been scanned or modeled so far.
This looks like this wasn't the original plan regarding track additions for this update, as spotted earlier when the details of one of the upcoming online esport races changed, so the devs resorted to this backup plan instead.
New engine swaps have also been discovered by the community already:
- R26B (4 rotor) into Mazda RX8
- Audi Quattro Pikes Peak inline 5 engine into VW Golf MK1
- LT4 from Camaro ZL1 into TVR Tuscan
- VK45DE V8 engine from GT500 GT-R into Nissan 370Z
- Hellcat engine from Dodge Charger into Plymouth Superbird
- Adjusted the suspension geometry;
- Adjusted the simulation for tyre heat generation and wear ratio. This adjustment makes it easier to see the remaining tread;
- Altered the simulation of the differential gear (with a Fully Customisable LSD). As a result, it's now more effective when decelerating and provides a much smoother driving performance;
The tyre heating model feels vastly improved, especially when analyzed through a 3rd party app: after being put under load and stress, the tyres retain heat for a longer period of time, and stabilizes to sligthly higher temperatures (starting from cold tyres). Before this update, the tyres would pretty much cool down instantly in a very spectacular fashion as they stopped being stressed.
The tyre wear model has also been changed. Aside the scale of the visual indicator, the way tyre grip drops off towards the end of the tyre's life has changed drastically: it's a lot less progressive, with only a few laps of warning with a small drop in pace before the tyre completely shuts off and becomes undriveable, as if it went flat. The way mechanical damages trigger also seem to have been tweaked according to the setting selected.
Aside all that, the update brings in a couple new Cafe Menus have been added to the solo campaign, and a bunch of small fixes. No mention of lobby stability updates have been made, although recent discoveries reported by IGTL to Polyphony Digital might have delayed scheduled deployment of patches. Full patch notes can be found in the spoiler below.
A new update for Gran Turismo 7 has been released. The following is a list of the adjustments introduced.
- The following three new cars have been added:
・McLaren MP4/4 '88 (Purchasable at 'Legend Cars' from 26 August);
・Pontiac GTO 'The Judge' '69 (Purchasable at 'Legend Cars' from 26 August);
・Porsche Cayman GT4 '16
2. Dior Collaboration
- The ‘De Tomaso Mangusta (Christian Dior)’ has been added, developed in collaboration with Dior. The 'De Tomaso Mangusta (Christian Dior)' will be purchasable in the 'Legend Cars' pavilion from 25 August. Also, when driving this car the racing suit and helmet are automatically changed to the exclusive collaboration gear versions;
- A new special conversation regarding the De Tomaso Mangusta (Christian Dior) has been added to a Character appearing at the Café. This new conversation can be experienced by changing into this car from the 'Garage' and speaking with the Character located at the Café.
3. Tracks
- Three new layouts have been added to the ‘Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya':
・Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya GP Layout No Chicane
・Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya National Layout
・Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya Rallycross Layout
The maximum number of cars that can be on track at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya Rallycross Layout is 16.
4. Café
- The following two Extra Menus have been added:
・Extra Menu No. 6: ‘Collection: Abarth’ (Collector Level 27 and above);
・Extra Menu No. 7 ‘Collection: Gr.2 Racing Cars’ (Collector Level 38 and above);
The new Menu Books and Extra Menus will appear after clearing Menu Book No. 39 ('Championship: World GT Series') and having watched the ending.
5. World Circuits
- The following new events have been added to 'World Circuits':
・Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya
- European Sunday Cup 500
- Porsche Cup
- World Touring Cars 600
- World Rally Challenge
The 'European Sunday Cup 500' and 'Porsche Cup' will become available upon unlocking the 'Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya,' while the 'World Touring Cars 600' and 'World Rally Challenge' will appear after clearing Menu Book No. 39 ('Championship: World GT Series') and having watched the ending.
6. Scapes
- The ‘Canadian Rockies’ location has been added as a featured Curation in Scapes.
7. Brand Central
- A ‘GT AWARDS’ logo is now displayed on cars that won the GRAN TURISMO AWARDS SEMA (GT Awards). The logo will be displayed on the Garage top screen as well as in Brand Central.
- Adjusted the suspension geometry;
- Adjusted the simulation for tyre heat generation and wear ratio. This adjustment makes it easier to see the remaining tread;
- Altered the simulation of the differential gear (with a Fully Customisable LSD). As a result, it's now more effective when decelerating and provides a much smoother driving performance;
- Adjusted the Performance Points (PP) of some cars;
- Changed the conditions for mechanical damage occurring from a collision or contact if 'Mechanical Damage' is set to ‘Light’ or Heavy’ in the race settings.
2. Controllers
- Adjusted the performance of the wireless controller.
3. Sound
- Adjusted the sound effects so that it is easier to hear the difference in sound between Stage 1 to 3 of the ‘Weight Reduction' modification.
4. Legend Cars
- Legend Cars (Hagerty Collection) prices have been revised based on real-life valuations from Gran Turismo partner, Hagerty.
Hagerty provides valuations and vehicle insurance for classic cars and has sponsored some historic car events in recent years.
New prices will be applied the next time a vehicle goes on sale. The next price revision is scheduled for November 2022.
5. Race Screen
- Fixed an issue wherein the ‘Weather Radar’ on the ‘Multi-Function Display’ would not function properly in event races with weather and time set.
6. Others
- Various other issues have been addressed.
Main Features Implemented
1. Cars- The following three new cars have been added:
・McLaren MP4/4 '88 (Purchasable at 'Legend Cars' from 26 August);
・Pontiac GTO 'The Judge' '69 (Purchasable at 'Legend Cars' from 26 August);
・Porsche Cayman GT4 '16
2. Dior Collaboration
- The ‘De Tomaso Mangusta (Christian Dior)’ has been added, developed in collaboration with Dior. The 'De Tomaso Mangusta (Christian Dior)' will be purchasable in the 'Legend Cars' pavilion from 25 August. Also, when driving this car the racing suit and helmet are automatically changed to the exclusive collaboration gear versions;
- A new special conversation regarding the De Tomaso Mangusta (Christian Dior) has been added to a Character appearing at the Café. This new conversation can be experienced by changing into this car from the 'Garage' and speaking with the Character located at the Café.
3. Tracks
- Three new layouts have been added to the ‘Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya':
・Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya GP Layout No Chicane
・Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya National Layout
・Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya Rallycross Layout
The maximum number of cars that can be on track at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya Rallycross Layout is 16.
4. Café
- The following two Extra Menus have been added:
・Extra Menu No. 6: ‘Collection: Abarth’ (Collector Level 27 and above);
・Extra Menu No. 7 ‘Collection: Gr.2 Racing Cars’ (Collector Level 38 and above);
The new Menu Books and Extra Menus will appear after clearing Menu Book No. 39 ('Championship: World GT Series') and having watched the ending.
5. World Circuits
- The following new events have been added to 'World Circuits':
・Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya
- European Sunday Cup 500
- Porsche Cup
- World Touring Cars 600
- World Rally Challenge
The 'European Sunday Cup 500' and 'Porsche Cup' will become available upon unlocking the 'Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya,' while the 'World Touring Cars 600' and 'World Rally Challenge' will appear after clearing Menu Book No. 39 ('Championship: World GT Series') and having watched the ending.
6. Scapes
- The ‘Canadian Rockies’ location has been added as a featured Curation in Scapes.
7. Brand Central
- A ‘GT AWARDS’ logo is now displayed on cars that won the GRAN TURISMO AWARDS SEMA (GT Awards). The logo will be displayed on the Garage top screen as well as in Brand Central.
Other Improvements and Adjustments
1. Physics Simulation Model- Adjusted the suspension geometry;
- Adjusted the simulation for tyre heat generation and wear ratio. This adjustment makes it easier to see the remaining tread;
- Altered the simulation of the differential gear (with a Fully Customisable LSD). As a result, it's now more effective when decelerating and provides a much smoother driving performance;
- Adjusted the Performance Points (PP) of some cars;
- Changed the conditions for mechanical damage occurring from a collision or contact if 'Mechanical Damage' is set to ‘Light’ or Heavy’ in the race settings.
2. Controllers
- Adjusted the performance of the wireless controller.
3. Sound
- Adjusted the sound effects so that it is easier to hear the difference in sound between Stage 1 to 3 of the ‘Weight Reduction' modification.
4. Legend Cars
- Legend Cars (Hagerty Collection) prices have been revised based on real-life valuations from Gran Turismo partner, Hagerty.
Hagerty provides valuations and vehicle insurance for classic cars and has sponsored some historic car events in recent years.
New prices will be applied the next time a vehicle goes on sale. The next price revision is scheduled for November 2022.
5. Race Screen
- Fixed an issue wherein the ‘Weather Radar’ on the ‘Multi-Function Display’ would not function properly in event races with weather and time set.
6. Others
- Various other issues have been addressed.
