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Microsoft significantly increases Xbox prices worldwide and withdraws 2TB model citing "components crisis"
Microsoft is significantly increasing the prices of its Xbox consoles worldwide starting August 2, citing a "components crisis" that has driven up the cost of storage and memory. The 512GB and 1TB models of the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X will see price hikes of $100 and $150 respectively, while the 2TB model will be discontinued. The company also highlighted programs to make consoles more accessible, such as financing options and refurbished units.
Is GTA 6 too expensive? We asked, and lots of you said 'Rockstar just lost a sale' — but a surprising number of people are willing to buy it anyway
A significant portion of TechRadar readers find the $79.99 standard edition price for Grand Theft Auto 6 to be too high, with 59% expressing this concern. While many of these respondents stated they would not purchase the game due to the cost, a notable number indicated they would still buy it. Conversely, 41% of polled readers are ready to purchase the game at launch without reservation.
Will You Buy the $80 GTA 6 Standard Edition or $100 Ultimate Edition?
Following the reveal of Grand Theft Auto 6's preorder details, players are discussing the pricing difference between the $80 Standard Edition and the $100 Ultimate Edition. This decision point highlights consumer choices regarding game editions and their associated costs.
Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders are live – £70 / $80 / €80 regional pricing confirmed
Pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6 are now live, confirming regional pricing at £69.99 GBP / $79.99 USD / €79.99 EUR for the Standard Edition and higher for the Ultimate Edition. The game will launch on November 19th, with pre-loads available from November 12th. Physical copies will be download codes in a box, and all pre-orders receive a bonus Vintage Vice City bundle.
GTA 6 PSN Prices Revealed, With Indonesia Offering the Cheapest Option
Pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto VI on PlayStation Store have revealed the official digital prices for the Standard and Ultimate Editions across various regions. Indonesia currently offers the lowest prices, with the Standard Edition costing approximately ₱4,070 and the Ultimate Edition around ₱5,096, significantly less than US and Singaporean pricing.
Op Ed
This opinion piece discusses the potential for Grand Theft Auto 6 to set a new $80 price standard for AAA games. It also explores whether publishers might increasingly move away from physical releases in favor of digital distribution.
GTA 6 pre-orders open now in UK - standard and ultimate edition prices confirmed
Rockstar Games has opened pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6, confirming the standard edition will cost £69.99 and the Ultimate Edition £89.99 in the UK. The game is set for release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, with pre-orders including a month of GTA+ and the Vintage Vice City Pack. The Ultimate Edition offers additional in-game content such as vehicles, customization options, and exclusive businesses.
GTA 6's preorders mark the start of a long wait for it to come to PC, despite the fact we'll likely make up…
Grand Theft Auto 6's preorder availability highlights the long wait for its PC release, a decision criticized by PC Gamer staff. Despite PC's significant market share, Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive continue to prioritize console launches, with CEO Strauss Zelnick citing the need to serve the 'core' audience. This approach, coupled with pricing strategies and potential limitations on modding, leaves PC players feeling excluded.
$949 Steam Deck OLED is just the expensive beginning – MSI marketing lead warns there's "much room for another price hike" in handheld consoles
MSI product marketing lead Andy Chu predicts further price increases for handheld gaming consoles, citing the expensive Steam Deck OLED and the new MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ as examples. He suggests the market has room for more price hikes, while hardware editors advocate for purchasing refurbished or open-box units to combat inflation.
Grand Theft Auto VI To Cost $80 And Has No Disc
Rockstar Games has confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI will launch at a new $80 price point for its base edition on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Physical copies will not include discs, instead featuring a download code, with pre-orders beginning June 25th and the game releasing on November 19th. An Ultimate Edition will be available for $100, and the game is currently confirmed as a single-player experience, with a potential GTA Online release to follow later.
GTA 6 sales predictions: how many copies will Rockstar sell at $80?
Industry analysts are predicting that Grand Theft Auto 6 will sell between 30 to 60 million copies in its first year, with sales figures influenced by its $79.99 price point. Some analysts suggest sales could reach 38 million units, while others foresee a 'blow out' scenario exceeding 50 million. The game's success is also tied to the PlayStation 5 install base and potential hardware bundles.
Grand Theft Auto 6 price starts at $80 & there won't be a physical disc
Rockstar Games has revealed that Grand Theft Auto 6 will launch with a Standard Edition priced at $79.99 and an Ultimate Edition at $99.99. Notably, there will be no physical disc; even the 'physical' version will include a download code. The Ultimate Edition includes a variety of in-game bonuses such as unique vehicles, customization options, and exclusive clothing.
GTA 6 will cost $80, ‘plays best on PS5,’ and some content is locked behind $100 Ultimate Edition
Grand Theft Auto 6 is reportedly set to launch at a $80 price point, with the game suggested to play best on PlayStation 5. Additionally, some content will be locked behind a $100 "Ultimate Edition" of the game.
Here’s How Much You’ll Pay For GTA 6, And What’s Included In The Ultimate Edition
Rockstar Games has detailed the pricing and contents of Grand Theft Auto 6's standard and Ultimate Editions, with the latter costing $99.99 and including various in-game vehicles, weapons, and cosmetic items. The standard edition will be priced at $79.99. Notably, there will be no physical disc copies, only download codes, with pre-orders launching on June 25 and a preload available from November 12, 2026.
Rockstar finally reveals pricing for Grand Theft Auto 6
Rockstar Games has revealed that Grand Theft Auto 6 will be priced at $80. Pre-orders for the highly anticipated title are set to open on June 25th at midnight.
Här är Grand Theft Auto VI:s specialutgåva – och priserna!
Rockstar Games has revealed the contents and pricing for the Grand Theft Auto VI special edition, named the Ultimate Edition, which will cost $100 USD. The standard edition will be priced at $80 USD. Pre-ordering the game will also grant bonuses such as a Vintage Vice City Pack.
GTA 6 price confirmed at $79.99 Standard Edition and $99.99 Ultimate Edition
Rockstar has confirmed the pricing for Grand Theft Auto VI, with the Standard Edition costing $79.99 and the Ultimate Edition priced at $99.99. Preorders open on June 25, 2026, ahead of the November 19, 2026 launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. Both editions include the Vintage Vice City Pack if preordered before November 20, 2026.
GTA VI Officially Costs $80, Ultimate Edition And Pre-Order Details Are Live
Grand Theft Auto VI will be priced at $79.99 for the standard edition and $99.99 for the Ultimate Edition, with pre-orders beginning tonight. This pricing may set a new trend for future game releases.
GTA 6 price confirmed: the standard edition will set you back $80, but on the bright side at least us PC players have plenty of time to save up
Rockstar Games has confirmed the standard edition of Grand Theft Auto 6 will launch at $79.99, with an ultimate edition priced at $99.99. These prices are currently confirmed for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, with the PC version's price yet to be announced.
Grand Theft Auto 6 price finally revealed as $80 in the US, but what about the UK, Europe and rest of the world?
Rockstar Games has revealed the price for Grand Theft Auto 6, with the standard edition retailing for $79.99 in the US for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. An Ultimate Edition will cost $99.99. UK and other regional pricing is still pending clarification.
