State of Play: Gran Turismo 7 Updates to Spec IV in October and December

A two-part upgrade is on the way.

Gran Turismo 7 continues to be the premier racing experience on PlayStation 5, and developer Polyphony Digital is set to give it a great, big overhaul very soon. The update to Spec IV will begin in October, with the second part landing in December. The changes were overviewed in this new trailer:

So, what can fans expect from Spec IV? Here's the breakdown:

• October Update

  • A new circuit, 'Sportsland SUGO'

  • Six new cars

  • A new 'Spec IV' opening cinematic

  • Vintage: a section featuring cars not available to purchase as 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

  • Collector Level cap increase.

• December Update

  • A new circuit, 'Autumn Ring'

  • Six new cars

  • Family Mode: a new mode to be enjoyed by the whole family, from kids to adults

  • Shuffle Race: a luck-based race with 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

  • New difficulty level in Power Pack for advanced players.

All of this content is being released as part of the 30th anniversary celebrations for the Gran Turismo series. Sony says to keep an eye on Gran Turismo World Series Rd.3 - Singapore on October 3, 2026 for further details. The future looks bright for Gran Turismo 7; will you be downloading Spec IV? Share with us online.

Source: State of Play broadcast 09.03.26