Grand Theft Auto 6 is projected to achieve massive first-day sales, with analysts estimating 25 million copies sold within 24 hours of its November launch. According to a Bloomberg report, this would far surpass the record set by GTA 5, which sold 11.21 million copies on its first day in 2013. The report suggests that selling fewer than 10 million copies in the first day would be considered a flop, despite that figure being higher than most games achieve in their lifetime.
Record-Breaking Expectations
GTA 5 has sold over 220 million copies since its release, making it the best-selling traditional video game ever. Industry experts believe GTA 6 will easily exceed its predecessor's first-day performance, given the immense anticipation. The game's launch is expected to be the biggest in gaming history, with day-one sales potentially double that of GTA 5.
PC Version Not a Priority
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick explained that the absence of a PC version at launch is intentional, as the core player base is on consoles. 'Rockstar always starts on console because with a release like that, you're judged by serving the core,' Zelnick told Bloomberg. A PC port is expected later, likely 13 to 19 months after console release, based on past Rockstar titles.
Pricing Considerations
There is speculation about GTA 6's price point. Zelnick recently stated the aim is to sell the game at a 'reasonable' price, suggesting the standard £70 for AAA titles. However, Bank of America analyst Omar Dessouky recommends an $80 price tag, which would translate to around £80 in the UK. Dessouky argues that a higher price would benefit the industry, especially if GTA 6 leads the way.
The game's launch is highly anticipated, with fans eagerly awaiting new trailers. Despite the hype, the final sales figures will depend on various factors, including pricing and platform availability.
