''GTR – FIA GT Racing Game'' is a

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racing simulator developed by SimBin Studios AB (later Sector3 Studios and KW Studios) and published by 10tacle Publishing for the

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PC in 2005. Simbin has also released an "add-on pack" called "Kings of Ovals" which contains a set of new oval-style tracks. The game uses the engine that was used for '' Sports Car GT'' (1999). A sequel, ''

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'', was released in 2006.

Reception

GameSpot said: "Despite its blemishes, ''GTR'' is the breath of fresh air this genre so badly needed". They awarded the game a score of 8.8 (Great). IGN.com also praised the game and gave a score of 8.5 (Great).IGN.com PC review
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''s "Best Racing Game 2005" award. The magazine's Andy Mahood wrote: "With its licensed field of exotic sports and GT machines, exquisitely rendered European circuits, and outstanding vehicle physics, ''GTR'' advanced the technology of racing simulations to hitherto unseen levels". It was also a runner-up for ''

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''s list of the top 10 computer games of 2005.

References

External links

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