Gran Turismo 3: Specifications
Year of Release: 2001
Genre: Racing
Developer: Polyphony Digital
Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment
Disc Code: SCUS-97102
Game Region: NTSC-U
Multiplayer: 2x
Game Version: 1.00
Minimum Firmware Version: 5.05
Performance Tested by Editor: Yes
Interface Language: ENG
Audio Language: ENG
Subtitles: No
Age: 3+
Description: The third part of the famous series. All the same familiar tracks, with better detail, and much more. GT3 features 181 cars, while GT2 features approximately 650. This is due to the fact that the new detailed graphics require more time to create each car, and the game was released early in the PlayStation 2's life cycle.
Another new feature is the ability to win in Formula 1 cars (named Polyphony 001 and 002, rather than the actual Formula 1 car names) in multi-hour races. Naturally, these cars have much better specifications than the others in the game. Their only drawback is the severe tire wear during racing. The player cannot purchase harder tires to install on Formula 1 cars.
The main objective of the game (like GT1 and GT2) is to win all races and championships, pass all driver's license tests, and achieve 100% game completion. After every 25% completion, the player receives a prize car. Noteworthy changes include the elimination of the ability to modify the car to a "racing" version, the addition of downforce to the production car, the removal of suspension damage, and the elimination of the power limit in racing.
While creating GT3, the developers collaborated with computer and gaming accessory manufacturer Logitech. The result was a special GT Force steering wheel, which had the ability to force feedback (reverse feedback) and significantly enhanced the feel of the game.
Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec was a commercial success for Sony in Japan, Europe, and North America. The game received high reviews from journalists and gamers and is rightfully considered one of the best racing games ever created. IGN gave the game a score of 9.8, Gamespot 9.4, and Electronic Gaming Monthly gave the game a Platinum Award. As of September 6, 2008, Gran Turismo 3 holds an average score of 94% on GameRankings. GT3 frequently appears on numerous "Top 100" lists (e.g., IGN's Top 100).
As of March 2009, the game had shipped 1.89 million copies in Japan, 7.14 million in North America, 5.85 million in Europe, and 10,000 copies in Northeast Asia, for a total of 14.89 million.
Additional Information: Tested on Gold Hen 2.3 (9.00). Occasionally, textures crash; this can be resolved by simply restarting the game.
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Year of Release: 2001
Genre: Racing
Developer: Polyphony Digital
Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment
Disc Code: SCUS-97102
Game Region: NTSC-U
Multiplayer: 2x
Game Version: 1.00
Minimum Firmware Version: 5.05
Performance Tested by Editor: Yes
Interface Language: ENG
Audio Language: ENG
Subtitles: No
Age: 3+
Description: The third part of the famous series. All the same familiar tracks, with better detail, and much more. GT3 features 181 cars, while GT2 features approximately 650. This is due to the fact that the new detailed graphics require more time to create each car, and the game was released early in the PlayStation 2's life cycle.
Another new feature is the ability to win in Formula 1 cars (named Polyphony 001 and 002, rather than the actual Formula 1 car names) in multi-hour races. Naturally, these cars have much better specifications than the others in the game. Their only drawback is the severe tire wear during racing. The player cannot purchase harder tires to install on Formula 1 cars.
The main objective of the game (like GT1 and GT2) is to win all races and championships, pass all driver's license tests, and achieve 100% game completion. After every 25% completion, the player receives a prize car. Noteworthy changes include the elimination of the ability to modify the car to a "racing" version, the addition of downforce to the production car, the removal of suspension damage, and the elimination of the power limit in racing.
While creating GT3, the developers collaborated with computer and gaming accessory manufacturer Logitech. The result was a special GT Force steering wheel, which had the ability to force feedback (reverse feedback) and significantly enhanced the feel of the game.
Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec was a commercial success for Sony in Japan, Europe, and North America. The game received high reviews from journalists and gamers and is rightfully considered one of the best racing games ever created. IGN gave the game a score of 9.8, Gamespot 9.4, and Electronic Gaming Monthly gave the game a Platinum Award. As of September 6, 2008, Gran Turismo 3 holds an average score of 94% on GameRankings. GT3 frequently appears on numerous "Top 100" lists (e.g., IGN's Top 100).
As of March 2009, the game had shipped 1.89 million copies in Japan, 7.14 million in North America, 5.85 million in Europe, and 10,000 copies in Northeast Asia, for a total of 14.89 million.
Additional Information: Tested on Gold Hen 2.3 (9.00). Occasionally, textures crash; this can be resolved by simply restarting the game.
Screenshots
Screenshot of game code/game region/game version and firmware version
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