After a teaser and a reveal, the Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.20 patch notes have finally arrived!
With the new update here players will be keen to get their hands on the trio of new cars and try out the new track layouts on offer.
But there is plenty more with the patch too. Let's check it out!
New content
As detailed previously by Polyphony, three new cars are arriving with the update, as well as three new layouts for the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
The headline is the return of the McLaren MP4/4 '88, as driven by Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost, to Gran Turismo.
Since the removal of classic cars from the Formula 1 game this is now the only place you race a real classic F1 car.
The three new layouts are the much prefered no chicane option, the short national circuit, and a rallycross track!
There is plenty more than that though.
This update adds two Extra Menus and several new Events in World Circuits. Unfortunately, none of them have a worthwhile reward for your time, and none have been added to Circuit Experience.
Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.20 patch notes
Here are the full patch notes for the latest update!
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
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.
Tracks
Three new layouts have been added to the ‘Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya':
- GP Layout No Chicane
- National Layout
- Rallycross Layout
The maximum number of cars that can be on track at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya Rallycross Layout is 16.
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.
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.
Scapes
The ‘Canadian Rockies’ location has been added as a featured Curation in Scapes.
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.
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
Controllers
Adjusted the performance of the wireless controller.
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.
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.
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.
Others
Various other issues have been addressed.