How Many Gran Turismo Games Were Released on the PS2?

There were exactly four commercial Gran Turismo games released on the PS2 during the console’s lifespan. This article provides a quick overview of each title, distinguishing between main entries, concept versions, and prologue releases. By examining the launch dates and specific features of these discs, readers will understand the complete library of Polyphony Digital’s racing simulator on the PlayStation 2.

The first title in the series for this generation was Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec, launched in 2001. It was a flagship title that demonstrated the graphical capabilities of the new hardware and sold millions of copies worldwide. This release set the standard for simulation racing on the platform and established the franchise as a critical success.

Following the success of the third installment, Gran Turismo Concept was released in 2002. This game served as an intermediate release, featuring updated cars and tracks while acting as a technological bridge to the next major entry. Although sometimes overlooked, it was a standalone commercial product available in retail stores across multiple regions.

In 2003, fans were given access to Gran Turismo 4 Prologue. This title allowed players to experience a subset of the content planned for the full fourth game. It functioned as both a advanced demo and a purchasable game, featuring improved physics and a larger car list than the Concept version.

The final main entry was Gran Turismo 4, released in 2004. It is widely considered the pinnacle of racing simulation on the PlayStation 2, offering hundreds of cars and dozens of tracks. Together with the Prologue and Concept versions, these four releases constitute the total count of Gran Turismo games on the system.