How to Play Gran Turismo 4 on PC with HD Textures and Ray Tracing
Gran Turismo 4 is a classic racing game that was released in 2004 for the PlayStation 2. It is the fourth installment in the main Gran Turismo series and features over 700 cars and 51 tracks. If you are a fan of this game and want to play it on your PC with improved graphics and performance, you will need a PS2 emulator and some mods.
In this article, we will show you how to download and install Gran Turismo 4 on your PC, as well as how to apply some mods that will enhance the game’s visuals with HD textures and ray tracing effects. Follow these steps to enjoy a remastered version of GT4 on your PC.
Step 1: Download and Install PCSX2
PCSX2 is the best PlayStation 2 emulator for PC that can run most PS2 games with high compatibility and speed. You can download it from its official website: https://pcsx2.net/. After downloading the installer, run it and follow the instructions to install PCSX2 on your PC. You will also need a PS2 BIOS file, which you can obtain from your own PS2 console or from the internet (we do not condone piracy).
Once you have installed PCSX2 and obtained the BIOS file, launch the emulator and configure it according to your system specifications and preferences. You can find detailed guides on how to do this on the PCSX2 website or on YouTube.
Step 2: Download Gran Turismo 4 ISO File
Gran Turismo 4 is not available for digital download, so you will need an ISO file of the game disc to play it on PCSX2. You can create an ISO file from your own copy of Gran Turismo 4 using a software like ImgBurn or UltraISO, or you can download it from the internet (again, we do not condone piracy).
Once you have the ISO file of Gran Turismo 4, place it in a folder of your choice and remember its location. You will need to select it later when you launch PCSX2.
Step 3: Download HD Texture Pack for Gran Turismo 4
One of the mods that will improve the graphics of Gran Turismo 4 is the HD Texture Pack created by ‘GtafanWRLD’ and ‘Hatersbby’. This pack uses AI techniques to upscale the game’s default textures and make them look sharper and more detailed. It also overhauls some of the game’s cars and vehicles.
You can download this HD Texture Pack from this link: https://www.nexusmods.com/pcsx2/mods/1. After downloading the zip file, extract its contents to a folder of your choice. You will need to copy some files to the PCSX2 folder later.
Step 4: Download GT3-like Camera Mod for Gran Turismo 4
Another mod that will enhance the gameplay of Gran Turismo 4 is the GT3-like Camera Mod created by ‘GtafanWRLD’. This mod changes the camera angle of some cars to make them look more like Gran Turismo 3, which many fans prefer over Gran Turismo 4. It also fixes some bugs and glitches related to the camera.
You can download this GT3-like Camera Mod from this link: https://www.nexusmods.com/pcsx2/mods/3. After downloading the zip file, extract its contents to a folder of your choice. You will need to copy some files to the PCSX2 folder later.
Step 5: Download Reshade Mod for Gran Turismo 4
The final mod that will improve the graphics of Gran Turismo 4 is the Reshade Mod created by ‘GtafanWRLD’. This mod adds