Rockstar's GTA 6 Generates $1 Billion in First Hour of Pre‑Orders

Reports indicate that pre‑orders for Rockstar Games’ upcoming title Grand Theft Auto VI reached roughly $1 billion within the first hour after sales opened on June 25. The pre‑order period began ahead of the game’s scheduled November 19 launch for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, with retail prices ranging from $80 to $100. Some analysts suggest total pre‑order revenue could climb to $3 billion as the campaign continues.

The physical edition of GTA VI will be sold in a box that contains only a digital download voucher, as actual discs will no longer be produced for games released after January 2028. This shift reflects broader industry movement toward digital distribution.