Special edition Nike Gran Turismo 4

In a surprise move, Sony Computer Entertainment and Polyphony Digital revealed today that Gran Turismo 4 will feature limited EyeToy support. By having the EyeToy camera scan a special shirt, you gain access to a special car in the game (we said it was limited -- don't get mad at us!).

Actually getting your hands on the shirt may be a bit tricky. This special feature is actually part of a new collaboration with Nike. Nike will be releasing a limited edition version of GT4 on 12/3. Known as the Nike/Gran Turismo Limited Edition, this package will include GT4, a special pair of shoes (more on that below) and the required t-shirt, all in an aluminum case. Only 1000 sets of this 33,600 yen package will be produced worldwide (pricing for the stateside and European versions has yet to be revealed).

The shirt apparently features a pattern which, when read by the Eye Toy, unlocks the Nike One '22, a futuristic, red, white and black car sporting the Nike logo. The '22 after the name means that the car is the year 2022 model (if Nike's actually making cars in 2022, we're gonna stop playing games). Designed by a Nike designer, the car was made to resemble an athlete in his ready pose prior to the start of a race. The driver actually leans forward in the car, which we have a feeling would be a bit uncomfortable after a while (what if you had to readjust?).

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