It looks like our hunch on the matter was correct. Kazunori Yamauchi, President of Polyphony Digita (creator of the Grand Turismo series) and Sony have gone on record and confirmed that GT5 will be released on Wednesday, November 24th. Some key features of GT5, outside of its realistic graphics and physics engine include:

• 1,000 cars, including karts and select NASCAR cars
• Scores of tracks (over 100)
• Course maker
• Car damage
• Dynamic weather system
• Robust online community
• Grand Turismo television

Remember, Grand Turismo 5 will be coming in two different packages. First, is the normal edition (you can pre-order it now from Amazon) that will run for $59 which includes just the game. Then, for the real hardcore fans, Sony has also made the collector’s edition as well.

Collector’s Edition Content Details:

• Gran Turismo® 5 game
• Exclusive limited edition 1:43 scale diecast 2009 Nissan GT-R Spec V with custom Gran Turismo livery designed by Polyphony Digital, produced by well-known collectible car maker Kyosho
• In-depth 300-page car-lover’s guide written by the experts at Polyphony Digital, covering everything from the history of the modern automobile to driving techniques and game reference material
• Custom etched Gran Turismo key chain
• Voucher for five (5) exclusive high-end cars with custom Gran Turismo livery and performance upgrades
• Numbered certificate of authenticity
• Custom collector’s packaging

Remember, you can pre-order the Standard Edition, as well as the Collector’s Edition from Amazon which will not only guarantee your copy delivered on November 24th, but it will also help out this this site!