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Getting the power down....

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: March 30, 2006
Author: Amazon User

This is no GTR, but it shouldn't be either.
Being a huge Simbin fan I have to say the GTR series are still the best.

Although there are times when GT Legends historic cars can be quite the challenge, and really a blast to drive....and in the end, thats what its all about.

Great time with this game !!!

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: September 07, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I was looking for a game that had the old 70's Trans Am race cars in it. While this game does not have those specific cars, the ones that it does have are very well done, and with the availability of many of the old tracks in the US via several race game websites, it is possible to come pretty close to simulating the Trans Am races. With all of the car and track dynamics that this game uses, it really is less of a game and more of a simulation. The great old American cars, Vettes and Mustangs, are real beasts to drive, while the European cars, the Lotuses and such are much more refined and handle smoother, very much like the real cars do. I did a little extra research and figured out how to create and add my own custom skins into the game which gives it a little more personal feel. I am playing now with adding in new cars that do not exist in the original game such as a Camaro or Challenger. We'll see how that goes, although it is possible as others have done so :) The only reason that I did not give this game 5 stars is that it is very difficult to play with just the keyboard or game pad. I was able to play, but the experience left something to be desired. I ended up spending about a hundred bucks for the Logitech Momo wheel and pedals and this GREATLY improved the play and feel of the game. I highly recommend this game, but for the fullest experience, you need a wheel and pedals and if you don't have them, which I didn't, it is an extra expense.

Good Buy

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: January 07, 2008
Author: Amazon User

When I rec'd the game I thought, your usual driving game with ok options. I was presently surprised that this game is not for everyone. You will need to concentrate and learn the game in order to obtain all of 90 cars! The realism and graphics are amazing. Good buy.

GTLegends preservation

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: January 18, 2008
Author: Amazon User

Thanks to this edition is possible to continue to play GTLegends in case of damage of old 10Tacle edition, as in my case, Thanks,the delivery fantastic but expensive

poor frame rates without very new high end computer

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 4 / 14
Date: February 28, 2006
Author: Amazon User

I have a Athon 1.3 gig and radeon 9800 video card and have to turn off most of the video details. Even then the program is not very stable and jerky frame rates make this game a chore or should I say a bore to drive. The game will not run at 800X600. If you have one of those Alienware $2500 computers you may enjoy it but unless your ready to fork out big bucks for a new system don't waste your money on this game.

Great Game, SimBin better Patch it!!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 5
Date: March 04, 2006
Author: Amazon User

While a great game, with superior graphics and physics, the game has its faults.

After multiple calls and emails to it's creators with no response. I am doubtful they will release an update. :( (I'm thinking they are pre-occupied with their next release GTR 2.)

Wonderful Game. I'd buy it again. However I'm sad because it lacks support in any form.

REALISTIC DRIVING EXPERIENCE

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: January 09, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Outstanding! The copy protection kind of stinks but the software itself is GREAT! Very, very realistic driving experience. On-screen performance matches the true vehicle's performance. Many customizaton options. I did end up downloading a "cheat" to give me more options rather than win them racing 4 cylinder econo-racers but the overall experience is outstanding! I would highly recommend this software to any racing enthusiast!

GT Legends Great Fun

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: January 15, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I am an older guy who can remember these great cars from the 60's and the races they ran. This is a terrific game and great fun. It installed and ran without a hitch (except I had to call the company to get the online code - a real person answered the phone and sent me the code immediately - amazing customer service). I am very pleased with this game and can't believe you can get such a quality game for such a low price.

GT Legends

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: February 08, 2007
Author: Amazon User

GT Legends is a racing simulation that is based on the FIA GTC and TC leagues. What this means is that you get real world, present day tracks and old school autos to tear around them in. The graphics are very good and the sound is amazingly good on a decent sound system. The trck selection is very good and varied. The same can be said for the car selection.

The game is heavy on the realism so if you are a fan of arcade racers it may not be for you. Though there is a career type mode where you have to run short championships to unlock tracks and earn money for new cars a la Gran Turismo. This system has been heavily criticized by sim enthusiasts but it gives the game a sense of purpose and truthfully its a lot of fun as well. If you don't like it you can search GT Legends forums for a fix that unlocks everything without having to do the championships.

To play this game a steering wheel is a must. Although you can set it up for the keyboard or a controller neither does the game justice. Any steering wheel will do but I would recommend one with at least a shifter because it just doesn't feel right using panel shifters with these old cars, and frankly its alot of fun pumping the clutch and changing gears. If you have a force feed back wheel then you are in for a treat as it really adds to the game.

The multiplayer component is easy to use although there doesn't seem to be alot of activity. Might have somthing to do with time zones as if you visit the GT Legends forums there are plenty of posts about online races. Just have to find a good group to race with I guess.

Overall I would recommend this game to anyone who really likes racing games.

Virtual Vintage Racing

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: February 23, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Ratings relative to other racing games. No doubt if this is your thing you will like this game. It's not an arcade game like GTA or NFS but is intended and seems to succeed as simulation. Several help / assists make it easier for rookies. Extrordinarily difficult on maximum settings, but satisfying if you "dumb down" the competition a bit, otherwise the learning curve and intensity is extreme. On line play available but expect to contend with both obsessed and extremely skilled components as well as crash happy losers. I would consider this the most compelling and perhaps realistic racing simulation around. Fabulous 3D rendering really requires current high end hardware. Using with a MacBook Pro (XP on boot camp) it works really well. Hate to admit of how much time I've spent playing this. Way cheaper than running real race cars and a lot safer. Works great with the Logitech G25. Problems: Missing online code available from manufacturer via e-mail. Starforce copy protection is annoying (requires original disk in drive) but has not caused any problems that I am aware of.

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