Prepare to pay dear for Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6)!
According to analyst Michael Pachter from Wedbush Securities, GTA 6 Could become one of the most profitable video games of all time … and also one of the most expensive to buy.
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In a declaration reported by The Telegraphhe estimates that the standard edition could sell US $ 100 (around $ 135 CA), well above the usual price of US $ 70 for a big AAA game.
Pachter plans that the title will generate more than US $ 10 billion in revenue over its lifespan, with around US $ 500 million per year thanks to GTA Online. He also claims that development has already cost US $ 1.5 billion, including marketing. It is a colossal sum, but Rockstar could well make it profitable.
Despite the doubts surrounding this price increase, the wait around the game is such that the impact on sales could be minimal. The first extract from GTA 6 has become the most seen non-musical trailer in Youtube’s history, reaching 100 million views in 24 hours. Twelve years later GTA 5anticipation is at its height.
For some experts, the game could redefine the ladder and the longevity of an open world. Will players be ready to pay the price?
- GTA 6 is expected on May 26, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. No release date for PC yet.