''GT Legends'' is a

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racing simulator for the

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developed by SimBin Studios (later Sector3 Studios an KW Studios) and published by 10tacle Publishing. It is based on the 2005 FIA Historic Racing Championships for GTC and TC cars of the 1960s and 1970s. This is a modern-day championship for historic cars, and so the circuit designs in ''GT Legends'' are those of the modern era, contrasting with games such as ''

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'' which are actually set in historic times. ''GT Legends'' has the same graphics engine as '' rFactor'' (developed by Image Space Incorporated), a similar

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but different

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code.

Reception

''GT Legends'' received "generally favorable" reviews, according to review aggregator

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'' praised the game's graphics, setting, handling, car selection, options, and difficulty. ''

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'' praised the car models, physics modeling, sophisticated audio, options, and vintage cars, while criticizing some technical issues, lack of rain races, the requirement of high-end computing power, progression, and reduced damage.

References

External links

Official website

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