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GTA 6 Console Launch: PC Players Wait Years
6 May
Summary
- Grand Theft Auto VI launches November 19th on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
- Rockstar prioritizes console players due to their core audience.
- Sales forecasts predict over 25 million first-day copies sold.
Rockstar Games' highly anticipated "Grand Theft Auto VI" will debut on November 19th, initially available only on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. A PC version is expected, though its release date remains uncertain, a common pattern for Rockstar titles. Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick explained that the company prioritizes console releases to fully serve their core player base.
Zelnick clarified that this console-first approach is not due to marketing deals but is a strategic decision to maximize sales, potentially encouraging some customers to purchase the game on multiple platforms. Initial sales projections are exceptionally high, with forecasts suggesting the game could sell upwards of 25 million copies on its first day, easily breaking Grand Theft Auto V's previous record.
Recent data indicates a significant portion of GTA Online's revenue and user base originates from PlayStation consoles, with PC contributing a smaller percentage. Meanwhile, a securities analyst suggested an $80 price point for GTA 6, arguing it would benefit the industry overall and set a precedent for future game pricing.
