Have you ever stared at your kid hogging the PS5, some YouTuber screaming in the background, and thought:
“I used to be the one dominating racing games…”
Well, dear reader, it’s time to reclaim your living room. Gran Turismo 7 just launched something called “My First Gran Turismo” — and it’s basically a glorified demo that’s so easy to access, it might as well come with a cup of tea and a seatbelt.

And the best part? It costs exactly zero. No money. Not even a slightly guilty click on your credit card. If you’ve got a PlayStation 4 or 5 and a basic internet connection, you’re in.

This Is Not a Test – It’s a Gateway Drug to Sim Racing

Think of “My First Gran Turismo” as the training wheels for digital motorsport. It’s Gran Turismo 7, stripped down to the essentials, so you can find out if sim racing is your thing — before you mortgage the house for a direct drive wheelbase and a custom-built sim rig from Blue Dragon Racing, of course.

You’ll get:

• A guided tour of how to not crash into barriers.
• A starter set of cars that go “vroom” and not “meh.”
• Access to world-famous tracks like Trial Mountain and (maybe) Tokyo Expressway, depending on how nice Kazunori’s feeling this week.
• A taste of the legendary Gran Turismo driving physics — the kind that makes arcade games feel like finger painting.

It’s all wrapped in the usual GT polish: slick menus, smooth jazz, and more sunlight rays than a Californian yoga retreat.

Dad Mode: Engaged

This is your moment. Kick your son off the console. Tell him it’s a “test for work” or “national racing duty.” Sit yourself down, tighten your imaginary harness, and see if you’ve still got it.
Because sim racing isn’t just for teenagers with too much free time. It’s for grown men and women with dreams, reflexes, and the ability to appreciate the subtle joy of nailing a perfect apex at 130kph — while sitting in their socks.

And if you find yourself sweating after three laps? Congratulations. That’s not the game — that’s you getting hooked.

Final Thoughts: A Track Day Without the Insurance

“My First Gran Turismo” isn’t just a demo. It’s a public service. It’s a challenge. It’s Sony’s way of asking:
“Are you man (or woman) enough to handle the thrill of simulation?”

So whether you’re a retired GT2 veteran, a complete newbie, or someone who thinks ABS is still just a gym term — this is your sign.

Boot it up. Test your skills.
And if you’re brave enough… we’ll see you on track.