GTA 6 Pre-Orders Live, PS5 Dominates Sales Amidst Pricing Details
Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders are now available for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, with a confirmed $80 price for the Standard Edition. PlayStation 5 pre-orders are reportedly outselling Xbox by a significant margin, with Sony heavily promoting the title. Details on the Ultimate Edition and regional pricing variations have also been revealed, alongside console bundle offers.
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GTA 6 shown mercy by indie dev who previously planned to "humiliate Rockstar" by releasing their open-world…Indie developer Molleindustria has moved up the release date of its open-world game 'Future? No Thanks!' to July 22, avoiding a direct clash with Grand Theft Auto 6's November release. Initially planning to 'humiliate Rockstar,' the developer cited concerns about over-polishing and economic forecasts as reasons for the change.
GTA 6 Fans Are Getting Excited Again For A Date In August, As Take-Two Makes A Notable ChangeFans are speculating about new Grand Theft Auto 6 information following a change in Take-Two Interactive's quarterly earnings report schedule to August 7. Take-Two, the parent company of Rockstar Games, will release its report before the market opens, with a conference call at 8 AM ET. This timing, combined with Take-Two's previous statements about beginning the marketing campaign for Grand Theft Auto 6 this summer, has fueled excitement for potential announcements.- Rockstar Games Announces Pre-Orders for Grand Theft Auto VIRockstar Games, a label of Take-Two Interactive Software, has announced that pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto VI will begin on June 25, 2026. The game is set to launch on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with various editions and pre-order bonuses detailed.
- Where to pre-order GTA 6 in Australia: bundles, discounts, and how to find pre-load friendly delivery timesThis guide details where to pre-order Grand Theft Auto 6 in Australia, focusing on retailers offering bundles and discounts. It also provides advice on securing pre-load friendly delivery times for the game.
Where to pre-order GTA 6 in Australia: bundles, discounts, and how to find pre-load friendly delivery timesPre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6 are now available in Australia for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, with pre-load beginning November 12 ahead of the November 19 release. Both Standard and Ultimate Editions are offered, with the Ultimate Edition exclusively available digitally. Retailers like Amazon, JB Hi-Fi, and EB Games are listed as options, with some offering bundles. Pre-ordering grants access to the Vintage Vice City Pack, with the Ultimate Edition including additional in-game content.- Stranger Things Star Millie Bobby Brown Loves GTA, But Plays Differently Than MostActress Millie Bobby Brown revealed her favorite game series is Grand Theft Auto and she is excited for Grand Theft Auto 6. She humorously described her playstyle as rule-following, comparing it to The Sims, which contrasts with typical gameplay. Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to release in November for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.
GTA VI finally has a release date, but fans are worriedGrand Theft Auto VI is slated for release on November 19th, but concerns are rising among fans regarding its $129.95 AUD price tag and the lack of a physical disc version at launch. While Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick has addressed rumors about delayed physical releases, sources within Rockstar suggest no discs are planned, fueling player distrust about industry trends and rising game costs.- Engagement RingGrand Theft Auto 6 has become the top-selling game on the PlayStation Store globally. This indicates significant player interest and demand for the upcoming title across multiple regions.
- Issues and ActivismPreorders for Grand Theft Auto 6 may include an auto-renewing membership to an unwanted service. This practice raises concerns about consumer rights and transparency in game purchasing.
GTA 6 Preorders Include Auto-Renewing Membership To Something You Might Not Actually WantGrand Theft Auto 6 preorders now include a free month of the GTA+ subscription service, which auto-renews at $8 unless canceled. Details on when the first month begins are still unclear. The article also discusses the potential implications for GTA 6's online mode and the existing GTA Online community.
Surprising no one, GTA 6 is at the top of the PlayStation Store in practically every country in the worldGrand Theft Auto 6 has topped the PlayStation Store charts in most regions worldwide since pre-orders went live on June 25th, with the Ultimate Edition being the most popular choice. While specific Xbox data is unavailable, it's suggested that sales are significantly higher on PlayStation 5. The game is set to release on November 19th for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Eager players are pre-ordering GTA 6 for free using 98,000 Microsoft points and one super fan says it was all only…Some players have managed to pre-order Grand Theft Auto 6 for free by accumulating Microsoft Rewards points through activities like searching on Bing. Players utilized nearly 100,000 points, earned over several months, to cover the cost of the highly anticipated game.
GTA 6 made $1,000,000,000 after 60 minutes of pre-orders claim analystsAnalysts estimate that Grand Theft Auto 6 generated $1 billion in revenue within its first hour of pre-orders going live, potentially recouping a significant portion of its development budget. This surge in pre-order sales also led to a nearly 3% rise in Take-Two Interactive shares. The game is set to launch on November 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Claims GTA 6 is selling 8 times as many copies on PS5 as Xbox "doesn't represent pre-order data", insists MicrosoftMicrosoft has refuted claims that PlayStation 5 pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6 are eight times higher than on Xbox Series X/S, stating the data is not representative of actual pre-order figures. The company insists that it has seen record orders and advises waiting for official sales data. The article also touches on debates surrounding the lack of a disc in physical editions and the potential implications for game ownership and second-hand sales.
Something for the Weekend – 27/06/26This week's gaming news was dominated by Grand Theft Auto 6, with pre-orders going live and details about the Ultimate Edition and digital-only physical copies revealed. Other news includes Bungie layoffs, SteamOS availability on PCs, and price increases for Xbox Series consoles. Several games received reviews, including Zero Parades: For Dead Spies and Gothic 1 Remake, while previews were offered for Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy.
PS5 pre-orders for GTA 6 are outselling Xbox by a huge marginGrand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders are significantly favoring the PlayStation 5 over the Xbox Series X/S, with data indicating a 6-to-1 sales ratio. Sony has emphasized its console's advantages, including DualSense features and faster load times, while Microsoft faces challenges with lower console sales and the potential impact of Xbox Game Pass on full-price game purchases.
Grand Theft Auto 6 Pre-Orders on PS5 Beating Xbox Series X/S 6-to-1 – RumorA rumor from IGN suggests that PlayStation 5 pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6 are outselling Xbox Series X/S pre-orders by a six-to-one margin. The article also discusses potential supply chain issues impacting console availability leading up to the game's November 19th release, with price hikes on Xbox Series X/S also mentioned.- After Confirming $80 Price For GTA 6 And Preorders, Take-Two Stock Is Predicted To RipFollowing the confirmation of Grand Theft Auto 6's $80 price point and the start of preorders, stock analysts have issued positive price targets for Take-Two Interactive. Despite a recent dip in stock value, analysts from Bank of America, BMO Capital, TD Cowen, B. Riley Securities, and BTIG predict significant gains, with some targets exceeding $300 per share. The article also touches on the game's November 19 release date for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, and dismisses concerns about AI's impact on the company's business.
GTA 6 pre-order editions explained: What do you get with each version?Rockstar Games has detailed the pre-order editions for Grand Theft Auto 6, with the Standard Edition priced at $79.99 and the Ultimate Edition at $99.99. Both editions include a month of GTA+ and a Vintage Vice City pack for pre-orders, but the Ultimate Edition unlocks additional vehicles, weapons, customization options, and activities that are otherwise locked behind a paywall or will be available separately later.- Online retailers are stating that PS5 GTA 6 codes can only be played in the country they're boughtOnline retailers in the UK and Ireland are displaying warnings that PlayStation 5 codes for Grand Theft Auto 6 can only be redeemed in the country where they were purchased, citing account registration requirements. This contradicts standard EU law which prohibits geo-blocking across European Economic Area borders for digital products, though some European retailers have different disclaimers. Similar warnings were initially present for Xbox Series X/S but have since been removed as those codes are typically region-free.