-From: Henry <[email protected]>

Discover a clever exploit in Gran Turismo 2 to bypass horsepower restrictions in races. Plus, find a visual glitch on the Trial Mountain track.

Hey there! So, you're diving into Gran Turismo 2 and want to get the most out of it, huh? I've got a couple of neat tricks that might surprise you, especially if you're looking to push the limits or just notice some quirky things on the track.

Glitch 1: Racing Above HP Limits

So, you've got a car that's fully maxed out with all the upgrades, but you're hitting a wall with those horsepower-restricted races? Don't sweat it! There's a way to sneak a higher-powered car into these events. Here's the trick:

1. First, take your fully upgraded car to a Free Race where the horsepower limit doesn't matter.
2. Head into the Settings screen. You'll want to remove the Racing Performance chip, set the Muffler back to normal, and then tune the Turbo or NA Tune down to its lowest setting.
3. Now, go back and enter the race you originally wanted to compete in.
4. As soon as you're in the settings screen for that race, you'll reverse the process. Crank the Turbo or NA Tune all the way up – let's make them eat dust!
5. Next, put the Racing Performance chip back in if your current horsepower allows it.
6. Finally, do the same for the Muffler.

Keep an eye on that graph on the lower left of your screen showing horsepower and torque. You should see that you can now exceed the maximum HP set for that race! Not every car can do this, but most of the ones you buy from a dealer or win and can upgrade should work.

Quick Tip: If you find yourself needing this trick just to win, it might be a good sign to go back and really nail down your racing lines, braking, and acceleration points. Mastering the Dual Shock controller is key!

Glitch 2: The Trial Mountain Visual Oddity

Ever raced on Trial Mountain? There's a little visual quirk on the short straight just before the pit entrance. If you hug the far right side of the road as you drive down it, check your mirror. You'll see you're actually driving on grass!

But here's the kicker: the screen in front of you shows a perfectly paved road. It's a small thing, and it doesn't affect gameplay, but it's a pretty interesting little oversight by the developers!

Hope these little tidbits help you enjoy Gran Turismo 2 even more!