Rockstar's GTA 6 Physical Edition Sparks Retail Boycott

Rockstar Games confirmed that the physical boxed version of Grand Theft Auto VI will contain only a download code and no disc, a move intended to limit leaks. In response, two retailers – Canada’s Video Games Plus and the United States‑based Loot Box Gaming – announced they will not sell the title, saying the product does not respect the value of physical media.

Pre‑orders for GTA 6 remain strong across platforms despite the controversy, and the retailers stated the decision will not affect Rockstar’s sales. German outlets have reported the same information, noting the potential for future disc releases but emphasizing the current code‑in‑box format.