OT: Playing at being the Stig - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

sheps · 10-25-2007, 09:25 AM

(Sourced from Pistonheads)

Finally, the opportunity has arisen for all of us to pretend to be the Stig, thanks to the caring sharing types at Polyphony Digital.

For those who don’t know, Polyphony is the subsidiary of Sony responsible for creating the finest racing game of all time, Gran Turismo.

In the latest iteration, version number five of the many million selling game, you will be able to drive the infamous Top Gear test track.

However, due to the complexity of digitising the 900 or so cars and plethora of tracks in minute detail, the full version of the game isn’t due for launch until December 13th 2008.

There will be a prologue version out early next year, with a few cars and tracks to drive, however, the TG track won’t be included in this version.

GT5 will also include Top Gear TV, allowing users to download 40 classic episodes of the show, while the game itself will be available in download and blue ray formats when the full version is released.

TheAcAvenger · 10-25-2007, 09:27 AM

That is downright amazing. Top Gear TV? Gran Turismo is an amazing franchise.

dxb335d · 10-25-2007, 09:38 AM

i still dont quite get what they mean tho?

will it be on xbox 360?

- Paul - · 10-25-2007, 09:40 AM

Thats awesome and no it won't be on 360 - GT is PS only

sheps · 10-25-2007, 09:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dxb335d

i still dont quite get what they mean tho?

will it be on xbox 360?

What it's basically saying is there will be a slimmed-down version available early next year. It will only feature some of the cars and tracks, but will be representative of game play/graphics quality.

The full game with all the 900 cars and full range of tracks (including the Top Gear test track) will follow on from that. If launched in Japan Dec 2008 we will probably seeing at the end of Q1 2009.

If the clips I have seen flynig about on the net are anything to go by it should be tremendous...

silverbmwz3 · 10-25-2007, 09:57 AM

Anyone know what difference between Prologue and what's actually out now to trial as a demo is...? Or is that just an old post?

I'm up to an Acura on the demo version having gone from suzuki cappucion, to eunos roadster (MX5) to lancer etc.

dxb335d · 10-25-2007, 10:01 AM

in other words, you can ragg it round TG test track is that it?

sheps · 10-25-2007, 10:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dxb335d

in other words, you can ragg it round TG test track is that it?

Exactly.

Dave_3 · 10-25-2007, 10:12 AM

Posted this in the GT / PS3 thread earlier :

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/7059887.stm

D.

silverbmwz3 · 10-25-2007, 10:30 AM

Superb.

TheAcAvenger · 10-25-2007, 11:58 AM

I had GT3 prologue, or maybe it was GT4 prologue, but whatever it was, it was Japan only and required some modding. But it was a solid 40 plus cars and 6+ tracks. The demo is only 3-5 cars? The demo is like, your standard demo. The prologue could pass for a real game by some racing game standards.

330cdsport · 10-26-2007, 12:22 PM

I played the jap version of GT5 prologue last nite on the PS3. The graphics are very good, and the cars very lifelike.
The gameplay is just alright but nothing special.

I am used to PC games and a proper force feedback steering wheel though

- Paul - · 10-26-2007, 12:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 330cdsport

I played the jap version of GT5 prologue last nite on the PS3. The graphics are very good, and the cars very lifelike.
The gameplay is just alright but nothing special.

I am used to PC games and a proper force feedback steering wheel though

Is there not a FF wheel for PS3 like the 360 has?

10-25-2007, 09:25 AM	#1
sheps Captain Drives: You wouldn't believe me Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cambs, UK Posts: 915 iTrader: (0)	OT: Playing at being the Stig (Sourced from Pistonheads) Finally, the opportunity has arisen for all of us to pretend to be the Stig, thanks to the caring sharing types at Polyphony Digital. For those who don’t know, Polyphony is the subsidiary of Sony responsible for creating the finest racing game of all time, Gran Turismo. In the latest iteration, version number five of the many million selling game, you will be able to drive the infamous Top Gear test track. However, due to the complexity of digitising the 900 or so cars and plethora of tracks in minute detail, the full version of the game isn’t due for launch until December 13th 2008. There will be a prologue version out early next year, with a few cars and tracks to drive, however, the TG track won’t be included in this version. GT5 will also include Top Gear TV, allowing users to download 40 classic episodes of the show, while the game itself will be available in download and blue ray formats when the full version is released. __________________ It's here!!!: 325i M Sport (E92), Black Sapphire, Coral Red Dakota, 19" 225's, Seat Heating, 6FL and de-badge

10-25-2007, 09:27 AM	#2
TheAcAvenger Colonel Drives: 2007 E92 335i Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: 757, VA Posts: 2,819 iTrader: (1)	That is downright amazing. Top Gear TV? Gran Turismo is an amazing franchise. __________________ 2007 E92 335i Montego/Saddle/Aluminum- TC Kline DA Coilovers, HPA M3 Suspension Retrofit, Stoptech Front BBK, Volk TE-37s, RDSport Quads, Forge DVs, Procede V3, Vishnu Methanol, Vishnu DCI, AR Downpipes, Helix IC, Rixster VEI, M-Tech Side Skirts, OEM Aero Lip, Rieger Spoiler, Vorsteiner V-35 Hood, Performance Steering Wheel, Anthracite Headliner

10-25-2007, 09:38 AM	#3
dxb335d The Tarmac Terrorist Drives: A quick 335d Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: The ''Ghetto'' Posts: 20,203 iTrader: (3) View dxb335d's Garage	i still dont quite get what they mean tho? will it be on xbox 360? __________________

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silverbmwz3 Colonel Drives: E90 335d wheelbarrow Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Buckinghamshire, UK Posts: 2,021 iTrader: (0) View silverbmwz3's Garage	Anyone know what difference between Prologue and what's actually out now to trial as a demo is...? Or is that just an old post? I'm up to an Acura on the demo version having gone from suzuki cappucion, to eunos roadster (MX5) to lancer etc. __________________ Current: E90 335d (May 2007) \| Black/Black \| Prof Hifi \| Prof Nav \| 6FL \| Fully Electric Seats \| Xenons \| Folding Mirrors \| PDC Previous: 325ci Conv. Black/Black with lots of ACS Previous: z3 3.0 Silver with Black&Red Leather

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dxb335d The Tarmac Terrorist Drives: A quick 335d Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: The ''Ghetto'' Posts: 20,203 iTrader: (3) View dxb335d's Garage	in other words, you can ragg it round TG test track is that it? __________________

10-25-2007, 10:12 AM	#9
Dave_3 Lieutenant Colonel Drives: E92 335D Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: CH / SCO Posts: 1,750 iTrader: (0)	Posted this in the GT / PS3 thread earlier : http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/7059887.stm D. __________________ EX - 03 Jag S-Type 4.2 : Escort Mk1 RS2000 (2.1 2x44IDFS, BVH, Kent FR32, 5spd, 180 BHP) : Arrived Full-Spec 335D E92

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silverbmwz3 Colonel Drives: E90 335d wheelbarrow Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Buckinghamshire, UK Posts: 2,021 iTrader: (0) View silverbmwz3's Garage	Superb. __________________ Current: E90 335d (May 2007) \| Black/Black \| Prof Hifi \| Prof Nav \| 6FL \| Fully Electric Seats \| Xenons \| Folding Mirrors \| PDC Previous: 325ci Conv. Black/Black with lots of ACS Previous: z3 3.0 Silver with Black&Red Leather

10-25-2007, 11:58 AM	#11
TheAcAvenger Colonel Drives: 2007 E92 335i Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: 757, VA Posts: 2,819 iTrader: (1)	I had GT3 prologue, or maybe it was GT4 prologue, but whatever it was, it was Japan only and required some modding. But it was a solid 40 plus cars and 6+ tracks. The demo is only 3-5 cars? The demo is like, your standard demo. The prologue could pass for a real game by some racing game standards. __________________ 2007 E92 335i Montego/Saddle/Aluminum- TC Kline DA Coilovers, HPA M3 Suspension Retrofit, Stoptech Front BBK, Volk TE-37s, RDSport Quads, Forge DVs, Procede V3, Vishnu Methanol, Vishnu DCI, AR Downpipes, Helix IC, Rixster VEI, M-Tech Side Skirts, OEM Aero Lip, Rieger Spoiler, Vorsteiner V-35 Hood, Performance Steering Wheel, Anthracite Headliner

10-26-2007, 12:22 PM	#12
330cdsport Right Responsible Drives: Sp.Gh. E92 335d Sport Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: N. Ireland Posts: 1,573 iTrader: (0) View 330cdsport's Garage	I played the jap version of GT5 prologue last nite on the PS3. The graphics are very good, and the cars very lifelike. The gameplay is just alright but nothing special. I am used to PC games and a proper force feedback steering wheel though __________________ Last: 330cd Sport - Silver Grey,Black Leather,HK,Sunroof,BT,Bi-Xenons,Sebring Back Box. Current: 335d M Sport Coupe - Sparkling Graphite, Jade Grey Leather, Dark Grey Poplar Trim, Pro Sat-Nav, HiFi Pro DSP, Bluetooth, Sunroof, High Beam Assist, Sun Protection Glass, 19" 225's Current: X5 XDrive 35d M Sport - Black Sapphire, lots of toys.