Retailers Reject GTA 6 Over Digital-Only Release
Two retailers will not sell Grand Theft Auto 6 due to its digital-only format. They cite a commitment to physical media and game preservation. This decision reflects broader industry shifts away from physical discs.
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Some Retailers Are Refusing to Sell GTA 6 Due to the Lack of a Disc
Two retailers have announced they will not sell Grand Theft Auto 6 because it will not be released on physical disc. This decision highlights ongoing shifts in game distribution models.
Some Retailers Are Refusing To Carry GTA 6’s Physical Release
Two retailers, Video Games Plus and Loot Box Gaming, have announced they will not carry Grand Theft Auto 6 due to its lack of a traditional physical disc release, opting instead for a code-in-a-box format. Both companies cited policies against selling games with only digital codes and emphasized their commitment to game preservation. While these retailers are small, their stance highlights a growing concern about the decline of physical media in the gaming industry.
Physical Retailers Refuse to Sell GTA 6 Over Decision to Skip Discs
Two US retailers, Video Games Plus and Loot Box Gaming, have announced they will not sell Grand Theft Auto 6 due to Rockstar Games' decision to release it as a digital code in a box instead of on a physical disc. Both companies cited their commitment to physical media and customer value as reasons for their refusal. The game is set to launch on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.
