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Elden Ring vs Gran Turismo 7
Elden Ring leads on 1 check, Gran Turismo 7 on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreElden Ring · 9.3/10
- Most featuresElden Ring · 1 of 2
Elden Ring scores higher on our rubric for console games: 9.3 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #6.
On genre, Elden Ring gives you Role-playing where Gran Turismo 7 offers Racing. Elden Ring offers online co-op; Gran Turismo 7 doesn't publish it.
Elden Ring is the better fit for players seeking a large action RPG with online play. Gran Turismo 7 is the better fit for racing fans focused on cars and track variety.
- Elden Ring fits best
Players seeking a large action RPG with online play
- Gran Turismo 7 fits best
Racing fans focused on cars and track variety
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Side by side
| Feature | Elden Ring 9.3/10 Visit ↗ | Gran Turismo 7 8.9/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.3 | 8.9 |
| Ranking | #2 in Console Games | #6 in Console Games |
| Best for | Players seeking a large action RPG with online play | Racing fans focused on cars and track variety |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | Not published | $59.99one-time |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| Features Elden Ring 1/2 · Gran Turismo 7 0/2 | ||
| Online co-op | ✓ (best) | Not published |
| Cross-play | — | Not published |
| Specs | ||
| Console platforms | PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One | PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 |
| Genre | Role-playing | Racing |
| Play modes | Not published | Not published |
| ESRB rating | Mature 17+ | Not published |
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| Our verdict | Elden Ring is a dark fantasy action role-playing game set in the Lands Between, a world shaped by the shattering of the Elden Ring. Players create a character, travel through connected landscapes and dungeons, and take on combat with… Read the review → |
Gran Turismo 7 is a console racing game for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, built around collecting cars, entering events, and progressing through driving challenges. Its breadth suits players who want a car-focused racer with both… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Elden Ring — where it wins
- Explore connected landscapes and dungeons on foot or horseback
- Build a character around weapons, magic, skills, and stealth
- Play cooperatively or compete online with matching controls
Where it doesn't
- Online co-op sessions support up to two guests
- Cross-play is not supported
- Its mature 17+ rating may not suit every player
Gran Turismo 7 — where it wins
- More than 550 cars from over 70 automotive brands to collect and drive
- Racing across 41 locations with 121 layouts and dynamic weather
- Supports tuning, local 4-player split screen, and Sport Mode Daily Races
Where it doesn't
- Limited to PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5
- The PS4 edition does not include the PS5 version
- PlayStation VR2 and GT Sophy are limited to the PS5 version on supported tracks
- Elden Ring9.3/10 · Paid
A sprawling action RPG with flexible combat and online co-op and competition.
Visit Elden RingFull verdict → - Gran Turismo 78.9/10 · From $59.99
A car-focused racer with broad track variety, tuning, and online competition.
Visit PlayStationFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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