Gran Turismo Classic
PlayStation · Racing
Gran Turismo 2
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Polyphony Digital |
| Publisher | Sony Interactive Entertainment |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Gran Turismo |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 28 |
Gran Turismo 2 is a racing game released in 1999 for the PlayStation, developed by Polyphony Digital and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment.
It landed about 4 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1999 include Grand Theft Auto 2, Final Fantasy VIII and Resident Evil 3: Nemesis. Among the 160 PS1 racing games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
It is part of the Gran Turismo series; on the PS1 you can also try Gran Turismo. Polyphony Digital also made Omega Boost for the PS1.
Gran Turismo 2 supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing Gran Turismo 2 is like
Racing games range from realistic driving to kart racers with weapons and shortcuts. Races are short, making them great for quick sessions and split-screen rivalries.
Tip for newcomers: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.
Gran Turismo 2 cheats & codes
5 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:
| Slightly higher draw distance (1.1) | A403EC6C 02602021
A7020420 0004810D
A7020422 14400800
00000000 FFFF |
|---|---|
| Slightly higher draw distance (1.2) | A403EC74 02602021
A7020420 0004810D
A7020422 14400800
00000000 FFFF |
| Full detail AI cars (Needs 8MB RAM) (1.1, 1.2) | A401F888 AEB40008
A7014344 00405112
A7014346 16A00800
A7014348 00030001
00000000 FFFF |
| 60 FPS (1.1) | E01D5634 0002
301D5634 0001
A401F888 AEB40008
A70168C8 00020000
A7019644 00020000
00000000 FFFF
A003EC6C 02602021
A7029548 00020000 |
| 60 FPS (1.2) | E01D5864 0002
301D5864 0001
A401F888 AEB40008
A70168C8 00020000
A7019644 00020000
00000000 FFFF
A003EC74 02602021
A7029550 00020000 |
Gran Turismo 2 walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Gran Turismo 2 FAQ
When did Gran Turismo 2 come out on the PS1?
Gran Turismo 2 was released for the PlayStation in 1999.
Who made Gran Turismo 2?
It was developed by Polyphony Digital and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment.
Is Gran Turismo 2 multiplayer?
Yes. Gran Turismo 2 supports up to 2 players.
How long does Gran Turismo 2 take to play?
As a racing game, Gran Turismo 2 typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Gran Turismo 2 on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.