# Gran Turismo franchise hardware and software updates > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/gran-turismo-franchise-hardware-and-software-updates > Updated: 2026-10-21T01:52:41.000Z. Sources: 41. Developments: 3. The Gran Turismo franchise is seeing a series of hardware and software expansions. Thrustmaster announced the T-GT III, an officially licensed steering wheel bundle for Gran Turismo 7 on PS4 and PS5, featuring Direct Axial Drive technology and integrated load-cell pedals. Sony Interactive Entertainment and Polyphony Digital have announced a limited-edition DualSense wireless controller to commemorate the franchise’s 30th anniversary. The controller features a white design with black racing stripes, motorsport-inspired graphics, and a carbon-fiber-style texture. Pre-orders are scheduled to begin on October 22, with a global release set for December 10 at a retail price of approximately $84.99, €84.99, or £74.99. Kazunori Yamauchi, CEO of Polyphony Digital, stated the controller celebrates the journey shared with fans over three decades. This announcement coincided with the release of the first part of the Gran Turismo 7 Spec IV update, which introduced the Sportsland Sugo circuit in Japan and six new vehicles: the Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo, Ferrari F355 Berlinetta, Honda Civic Si Group A, Mazda RX-Vision GT3 Evo, Honda Step WGN Spada Premium Line, and the Citroën 2CV 6 Charleston. The update also includes technical refinements to vehicle physics, such as improved tire contact models and weight transfer, a new Retro section in Brand Central, and an increased collector level cap, raising it from 70 to 90. Further features in the Spec IV update include an Experience mode, new Scapes locations, expanded Car Viewer capabilities, and new World Circuit events. A second part of the Spec IV update is expected to arrive in December. ## Claims - Sony Interactive Entertainment revealed a limited-edition DualSense controller to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Gran Turismo series. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The controller is scheduled for a global release on December 10, with pre-orders starting October 22. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The retail price for the controller is set at €84.99, £74.99, or $84.99. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The controller announcement coincides with the release of the first part of the Gran Turismo 7 Spec IV update. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Polyphony Digital CEO Kazunori Yamauchi stated the controller celebrates the 30-year journey of the franchise. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The Spec IV update includes the Sportsland Sugo circuit and six new cars: Citroën 2CV 6 Charleston, Ferrari F355 Berlinetta, Honda Civic Si Group A, Honda Step WGN Spada Premium Line, Mazda RX-Vision, (corroborated by 2 sources) - A second part of the Spec IV update is planned for release in December. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The Spec IV update increases the maximum collector level from 70 to 90. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-21: PlayStation announces Gran Turismo controller and new Pulse headsets PlayStation is launching a Gran Turismo 30th anniversary DualSense controller and expanding its audio lineup with the new Pulse Wireless and Pulse Edge headsets. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/playstation-announces-gran-turismo-controller-and-new-pulse-headsets ### 2026-10-14: Gran Turismo celebrates 30 years with Spec IV update and limited DualSense controller Sony announced a major Spec IV update for Gran Turismo 7, adding six cars and the Sportsland Sugo track, alongside a limited-edition DualSense controller to celebrate the series' 30th anniversary. 30 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sony-announces-limited-edition-gran-turismo-dualsense-controller ### 2026-10-03: Thrustmaster unveils T-GT III Gran Turismo 7 wheel bundle Thrustmaster announced the T-GT III, a licensed Gran Turismo 7 steering wheel bundle for PS4 and PS5 featuring Direct Axial Drive technology and load-cell pedals. Pre-orders start December 3. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/thrustmaster-unveils-t-gt-iii-gran-turismo-7-wheel-bundle --- Cite as: Gran Turismo franchise hardware and software updates. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/gran-turismo-franchise-hardware-and-software-updates