Many would consider The Last of Us to be the final great release of the PS3 era, but one could argue that Gran Turismo 6 is. While it has launched after the PS4 has already flown off shelves worldwide, it’s the last release for the platform that has a big IP attached to it. Consequently, it’s a big farewell with a lot riding on it.
A comparison video posted by DigiProst on YouTube shows footage of a Lexus IS F racing around Monza in Gran Turismo 6 and Gran Turismo 5. The results are shocking. Shadows and reflections have seen noticeable reductions in quality to make room for a blur filter and more stable framerate.
The video makes clear that if you purchase Gran Turismo 6 you aren’t investing in the ultimate graphical showcase for the PS3, you’re purchasing Gran Turismo 5 with a lot more content. For many that’s a completely valid reason to race to the store and buy the game. For others, it’s a disappointment that highlights why gamers have been so anxious for the PS4. Thankfully, it’s here and here to stay. It even has Gran Turismo 7 in the pipeline, which should serve as the proper evolution of the series that it deserves.
You can see the comparison in the video below:
You can dive more in-depth about the footage by visiting Gaming Blend’s write-up.
