Summary
PS4 exclusive racing gameGran Turismo Sporthas been delisted from the PlayStation Store with no prior announcement about its removal date.Gran Turismo Sportwas first released in 2017 and earned mixed reviews from critics, especially when compared to the widespread acclaim enjoyed by its predecessors. Post-launch updates helped improve public perception ofGran Turismo Sportsomewhat, though now anyone interested in playing it will have to track down a physical copy.
It was previously confirmed thatGran Turismo Sport’s online servers would be shut down on July 19, 2025. Considering how muchGran Turismo Sportwas built around its online component, this will no doubt be a devastating blow to the game’s functionality. It was also confirmed at the time thatGran Turismo SportDLC add-ons would cease to be available starting July 03, 2025. However, it was not confirmed that the game would be delisted, but that’s exactly what’s happened.
To the surprise of many,Gran Turismo Sporthas been delisted weeks ahead of its online servers being shut down. While many fans knew to expectGran Turismo Sport’s online servers being shut down, they were taken off-guard by the sudden delisting.Gran Turismo Sportstill has offline modes that will be available to play even after the online servers shut down, so anyone interested can still buy a physical copy to experience at least some of the game’s modes.
Gran Turismo Sport Delisted and Shutdown Dates You Need to Know
While unconfirmed, it’s likely thatGran Turismo Sport’s sudden delisting and server shutdowns are due to expiring licenses and Sony moving attention to the newest game in the series,Gran Turismo 7.Gran Turismo 7was released in 2022 and earned mostly positive reviews, with new updates for the game still released on a regular basis. It’s safe to assume that the vast majority of theGran Turismofan base has already moved on toGran Turismo 7, though some fans may still be upset aboutGran Turismo Sportbeing delisted and shut down.
The good news is physical copies ofGran Turismo Sportare relatively cheap, for now, at least. WithGran Turismo Sportbeing delisted from the PlayStation Store, it’s possible that the price of secondhand copies will go up, though it’s unlikely to become too expensive. For most racing game fans, though, it makes much more sense to turn their attention to thenewerGran Turismo 7if they haven’t done so already, with that game readily available to play on both PS4 and PS5.
Gran Turismo Sport
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Welcome to the future of motorsports – the definitive motor racing experience is back and better than ever only in Gran Turismo Sport - PlayStation 4. Available in 4K HDR Wide Color at 60 FPS with the PS4 PRO, Gran Turismo Sport was built from the ground up to bring global, online competitions sanctioned by highest governing body of international motorsports, the FIA (Federation International Automobile).Represent your country in the Nations Cup, and drive on behalf of your favorite car maker in the Manufacturer’s Cup. Claim a historic victory in the world of motorsports.Introducing The World’s First And Only Online Championships Certified By The FIA (Federation International Automobile) - Represent and compete for your home country or favorite car manufacturer through two sanctioned Championships: Nations Cup & Manufacturers Fan Cup.Advanced Matchmaking – Compete against your friends or the world with multiple class divisions across age, region, and driving manners, allow drivers of all skill levels to race and develop individually.Driver Identity – Create your own legacy as you create, manage, and compare your professional racing career against drivers around the world through numerous events, challenges, and seasonal race leagues.Watch & Participate – Compete in races or watch the best in the world go head-to-head in a live race program as they compete to build their own driving legacy, and to be crowned global champions.
