Confirmed Facts
Pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6 began on June 24, with the game set to launch at $79.99 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S as a digital-only release.
According to Newzoo, GTA 6 generated roughly $260 million in digital pre-orders during the last week of June. The data indicates that approximately $180 million was brought in across the US and five key European markets: the UK, France, Spain, Germany, and Italy.
Newzoo forecasts that sales of GTA 6 could reach between $3.3 billion and $5.2 billion by the end of its launch week in November.
The firm predicts that GTA 6 is on track to sell approximately 51 million units at its average price, potentially reaching $4.5 billion in sales by launch week.
Newzoo management consultant Ronan Patrick stated that contrary to some social media reports, GTA 6 has not achieved a billion dollars in pre-orders 21 weeks ahead of launch. He emphasized that the actual data reflects $180 million in digital pre-order spend across the US and five major European markets.
Community Discussion
Several reports from Newzoo suggest that GTA 6 follows a typical sequel pre-order curve, with pre-orders representing 5.8% of cumulative total sales. Patrick noted that even at a conservative estimate, the game's pre-order performance is impressive by historical standards.
What This Means
The strong pre-order numbers indicate significant early demand for GTA 6, suggesting a robust launch is anticipated. With substantial revenue already generated, Rockstar appears well-positioned for a successful release.
