After more than three and a half years of free updates, Polyphony Digital is finally releasing paid DLC for Gran Turismo 7. The Power Pack launches December 4, 2025, exclusively for PlayStation 5, and it’s specifically designed for racing purists who want authentic motorsport experiences. This marks a major shift for the franchise, which has traditionally relied on free content drops rather than paid expansions.
What You Get in Power Pack
The Power Pack brings 50 new races spread across 20 themed categories, all inspired by global automotive traditions and real-world motorsport scenarios. Each themed set immerses you in country-specific circuits or legendary racing events, creating a structured career mode expansion that goes way beyond the typical content updates Gran Turismo 7 has received.
The headline feature is the return of 24-hour endurance racing, something longtime Gran Turismo fans have been requesting since GT7’s launch in March 2022. These marathon races test your skill, stamina, and race strategy over an entire day of virtual racing. Beyond the endurance events, you’ll also get full race weekends that include practice sessions, qualifying rounds, and the main event, mirroring the structure of professional motorsport competitions.
The DLC also includes 5,000,000 in-game credits, which has sparked pricing speculation in the community. Based on the existing credit bundle pricing structure, that amount of credits would normally cost around $40 if purchased separately, suggesting the Power Pack could be priced between $20 and $50 depending on how Polyphony values the gameplay content versus the bundled currency.
Gran Turismo Sophy 3.0 Changes Everything
One of the biggest upgrades in the Power Pack is Gran Turismo Sophy 3.0, the latest version of Sony’s advanced AI racing system. For those unfamiliar, Sophy uses machine learning to create realistic AI opponents that race like actual human drivers rather than following predetermined racing lines with rubber-band speed adjustments.
Previous versions of Sophy appeared in limited time trial events, but Power Pack marks the first time this advanced AI will be integrated into career progression events. Sophy 3.0 promises fierce competition with realistic AI behavior that adapts to your racing style, making every lap feel like you’re competing against real opponents. The AI is capable of close-quarters battles, strategic overtaking, and defensive driving that actually makes sense contextually.
The reason Power Pack is PS5-exclusive comes down to Sophy’s processing requirements. The PS4 hardware simply cannot run the advanced machine learning calculations needed for Sophy AI, which locks out roughly one-third of GT7’s install base from purchasing this expansion. It’s a tough decision, but necessary for delivering the authentic racing experience Polyphony is promising.
Free Spec III Update Drops Alongside Power Pack
While Power Pack is paid DLC, Polyphony is also releasing the massive Spec III update for free in December 2025. This update celebrates the Gran Turismo series surpassing 100 million units sold worldwide and brings some of the most requested features to the game.
Spec III adds two new tracks: Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi and Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve in Montreal. These are the first new locations added since Alpine Eiger Nordwand returned in July 2024, and both circuits host real-world Formula 1 races. The update also introduces eight new cars, though the full roster hasn’t been completely revealed yet. Confirmed additions include a contemporary Ferrari GT racer and the legendary F1-powered Renault Espace minivan.
Beyond cars and tracks, Spec III introduces a Data Logger for analyzing your lap performance in detail. This telemetry tool offers multiple view options with speed traces, tire data, G-meter readings, and circuit maps that let you compare your laps against faster players to improve your times. Other additions include increased Collector Level caps, unlimited car invitations in Brand Central so you don’t have to wait for rare vehicles, enhanced Weekly Challenges, seasonal Menu Books, and improvements to online races.
Why This Feels Different
Gran Turismo 7 has received steady free updates since launch, but Power Pack represents something fundamentally different. Instead of adding a few cars and maybe a track, this expansion delivers a full motorsport structure that many felt was missing from the base game’s single-player career mode.
The base game’s career has been criticized for rubber-banding AI that slows down when you’re behind and speeds up artificially when you’re ahead, making races feel less authentic. Power Pack addresses this directly by implementing Sophy 3.0 throughout the new events, eliminating the artificial difficulty adjustments in favor of genuinely competitive AI opponents.
The inclusion of qualifying sessions and practice runs also adds layers of strategy that were absent from most base game events. In real motorsport, qualifying position matters enormously, and practicing to learn a circuit’s nuances is essential. Power Pack brings these elements into Gran Turismo 7’s career structure for the first time, creating a more complete racing simulation experience.
The Pricing Question
Polyphony Digital hasn’t announced official pricing yet, which has the community speculating wildly. Some players expect a $20 price tag based on typical DLC pricing for racing games, while others are preparing for $40 to $50 given the 5,000,000 credits included and the scope of content.
To put it in perspective, other PlayStation Studios titles charge $15 to $30 for story expansions. However, Gran Turismo 7 has also been criticized for its aggressive microtransaction pricing where credits cost significantly more than other racing games charge for their in-game currency. The inclusion of credits in the DLC bundle seems designed to cushion a potentially higher price point, though some players would rather just pay less and skip the credits entirely.
The value proposition ultimately depends on how much you care about authentic single-player racing experiences. For players who just casually race online or collect cars, Power Pack might feel unnecessary. But for sim racing enthusiasts who’ve been craving deeper career structure and better AI opponents, this could be exactly what Gran Turismo 7 needed from day one.
This Could Define GT7’s Future
The Power Pack announcement suggests Polyphony Digital is treating Gran Turismo 7 as a long-term games-as-a-service platform rather than moving quickly toward Gran Turismo 8. By investing in substantial paid expansions, they’re indicating GT7 will remain their focus through the remainder of the PS5 generation, with a potential Gran Turismo 8 waiting until PS6 hardware arrives.
This approach makes sense given how much work goes into each Gran Turismo title. Polyphony is notorious for meticulous car modeling and track scanning, processes that take years to complete. Expanding GT7 with paid DLC keeps revenue flowing while allowing the team to build the next game without rushing it to market prematurely.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Gran Turismo 7 Power Pack release?
The Power Pack DLC launches on December 4, 2025, exclusively for PlayStation 5. It will be available for download through the PlayStation Store.
How much does the Power Pack cost?
Polyphony Digital hasn’t announced official pricing yet. Community speculation ranges from $20 to $50 based on the included content and 5,000,000 in-game credits.
Can PS4 players buy the Power Pack?
No, the Power Pack is PS5-exclusive because the PS4 hardware cannot run the Gran Turismo Sophy 3.0 AI that powers the new racing events.
What is Gran Turismo Sophy 3.0?
Sophy 3.0 is an advanced machine learning AI system that creates realistic racing opponents. Unlike traditional AI with rubber-banding, Sophy learns to race like human drivers with authentic overtaking, defensive driving, and race strategy.
Is the Spec III update free?
Yes, the Spec III update is completely free for all Gran Turismo 7 players on both PS5 and PS4. It includes two new tracks, eight new cars, a Data Logger, and numerous quality-of-life improvements.
How many races does Power Pack add?
The Power Pack adds 50 new races across 20 themed categories, including 24-hour endurance events and full race weekends with practice, qualifying, and main events.
Does progress from the base game carry over?
Yes, the Power Pack is an expansion to your existing Gran Turismo 7 career. Your garage, credits, and progression all carry over into the new content.
Conclusion
Gran Turismo 7’s Power Pack represents a significant evolution for the franchise. After years of free updates, Polyphony Digital is finally delivering the kind of deep, structured single-player experience that hardcore sim racing fans have been requesting since launch. The combination of 24-hour endurance races, full race weekends with qualifying, and genuinely competitive Sophy 3.0 AI creates an authentic motorsport simulation that goes beyond what the base game offered. Whether the pricing lands at $20 or closer to $50, the value depends entirely on how much you prioritize realistic racing structure over casual gameplay. Combined with the free Spec III update bringing two iconic real-world circuits and eight new cars, December 2025 looks like the perfect time to jump back into Gran Turismo 7 whether you’re buying the Power Pack or just enjoying the free content. For players who’ve been waiting for Gran Turismo 7 to fulfill its simulation potential, this expansion might finally deliver what you’ve been looking for.