Analysts weigh in on how many units Take-Two's newly priced opus will rack up in its first year
We now have details on the release date and pricing of GTA 6, with the standard edition priced at $79.99 and a special edition at $100. Despite being marketed as a physical release, the boxed version will only contain a download code. Industry analysts are predicting sales figures for the highly anticipated game, with estimates ranging from 30 million to over 50 million units in the first year. Some analysts believe that GTA 6 could potentially surpass the success of its predecessor, GTA 5, which sold 11 to 15 million units at launch.
Experts suggest that GTA 6 could sell around 30 million copies in the first week alone, with projections of up to 50 million units by 2027. The partnership with Sony for PS5 compatibility is seen as a strategic move, although the absence of a hardware bundle announcement raises concerns about potential price increases for the console. Supply chain issues may also impact the initial player base, while a competitive console bundle could mitigate any price hikes.
