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GTA 6 Pre-Orders Shatter Records: $1 Billion Milestone Reached
15 Nov
Summary
- Over 7.7 million copies sold before official release.
- Pre-orders exceed 10 to 12 million, driving sales past $1 billion.
- PlayStation 5 users account for 75% of all pre-orders.
Grand Theft Auto VI is set to become the biggest entertainment launch in history, with pre-order numbers exceeding expectations even before its official release on November 19, 2026. The game has already surpassed the $1 billion sales milestone, with analytics suggesting over 10 to 12 million copies have been pre-ordered.
More than 7.7 million individuals have already secured their copies, highlighting unprecedented demand. Notably, many players are opting for higher-priced bundles, such as the $99 Ultimate Edition, which is outselling the standard version.
Sony's PlayStation 5 ecosystem leads in pre-orders, accounting for roughly 75% of all advance purchases, attributed to strong marketing and a large player base. Xbox Series X|S owners make up the remaining 25% of these early sales.
This anticipation follows the massive success of Grand Theft Auto V, released over 13 years prior, which remains the second-best-selling video game of all time. Rockstar Games expressed gratitude for player patience, noting excitement for players to experience the state of Leonida and a return to Vice City.
