Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Gran Turismo 5 Trailer

After 20 years in development (or what feels like it), it looks like Gran Turismo 5 will finally see the light of day. I loved the original and that game was actually what introduced me to the world of japanese imports like the WRX, Evo, Skyline GTR and the NSX. In fact I bought a WRX cause of this game. I try to base most of my purchases off of video games and movies. If anyone knows where I can find a Iron Man Suit, it would be very appreciated. GT had amazing real life physics and was so detailed in its graphics and tuning. Sequels followed adding layers onto this already delicious cake until the PS3 came out. The hardware was new and GT5 was supposed to come out for the PS3 close to the release of the hardware, but the developer is a perfectionist and held the production until everything was perfect. While I appreciate that the minds behind the game care so much about releasing a solid product, this thing took so long that cars that were conceptual designs in the original development probably went got scrapped cause the car company went bankrupt while these programming wizards tinkered away. Well the wait is finally over. November 2010. Time to save up those pennies and look to be a good boy so santa brings me a PS3 and GT5. Check out the official E3 trailer. I really like the lighting and night driving visuals. The Top Gear test track is also a nice touch. and a Stig cameo! Stay tuned, happy motorists...

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Gymkhana 3

Its been a while since I've posted here but thats only been because there has not been much on my mind to write about. Well that, and I've also been pretty lazy. But that all changed tonight with the friendly help of an inspirational youtube video. Mr. Block is back doing his donuts, loops, power slides, and just plain old crazy stunt driving. This time he is back in a 2011 Ford Focus. It's no Suby, but thats OK, I forgive him. Check out the insanity and see how fast it takes to vaporize a set of tires.