GTA 6 will cost $80 - and physical edition will not contain a disc

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Grand Theft Auto 6, the latest instalment of Rockstar Games' biggest ever franchise, will cost $79.99, with a more premium edition costing $99.99.

It is not yet known how much the game will cost in the UK - the BBC has asked Rockstar for a list of regional prices.

Rockstar said physical copies of the game will contain a code for a digital download for the game inside a box, rather than a disc.

Freelance video games journalist Vic Hood said the price tag for the standard edition was "fairly reasonable" but said the lack of disc may "irk some physical collectors".

However, she added the decision made sense from Rockstar's point of view, "as it reduces the amount of rebuying and reselling and helps prevent leaks".

One of the most hotly-anticipated games of the year, GTA 6 will open for pre-orders at midnight local time on 25 June.

GTA 6 - all you need to know about Rockstar's blockbuster game​

The game itself - which some analysts say could be the most expensive ever made - will be released on 19 November on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S.



Following the reveal, some fans questioned the point of purchasing a physical copy, if it did not contain a disc.

Others queried whether they would be able to re-sell the game after, as can be done with normal physical editions with a disc, or whether the code would be shareable.

Fans seemed less concerned by the price - a $10 increase for the standard edition compared to the typical $70 price tag for similarly-sized blockbuster games.

"$10 won't be such a big hit to consumers pockets, but I still hope $80 won't become the norm," posted one.

When it launched in 2013, GTA 5 cost $59.99 for the standard edition.

Joost van Dreunen, a professor of games business at NYU Stern said the pricing was a "clever strategy" by Rockstar and its parent company Take-Two.

"Take-Two is catering to the largest possible audience while offering die-hards an upgraded tier," he said.

GTA 6 pre-order date and cover art revealed by Rockstar​

Rockstar added that players who pre-order digital versions of the game will be able to begin pre-loading it on their consoles on November 12 to ensure they are able to play at launch.

The physical version of GTA 6 will also be available starting 12 November to support pre-loading.

The more expensive "Ultimate Edition" will include features such as more vehicles, weapons and outfits for the characters.

How long has GTA 6 been in development?​

It has been a long and bumpy road to this point for Rockstar.

Fans have been hankering for a follow-up to GTA 5 after it was released back in 2013, and became one of the best-selling games of all time.

Rockstar confirmed it was working on GTA 6 in February 2022, following the Covid-19 pandemic.

But after it was hacked and assets from the work-in-progress title were leaked online, the company delayed its slated release window.





Its launch date was pushed back again in late 2025 to November 2026.

At the same time, the company has also faced internal pressures - with some staff at Rockstar North, its Edinburgh HQ, claiming it tried to stop staff unionising by sacking them.

Rockstar Games
GTA 5 has sold nearly 230 million copies, generating billions of dollars in revenue for Rockstar.

The sixth game in the franchise will feature its first ever playable female protagonist in a 3D setting - Lucia - alongside her partner in life and crime, Jason, as a second playable character.

The question of how much the game will cost has been hotly debated amongst fans and analysts in the build-up to the game's pre-order release.

Hood said the price may set a new standard for AAA or big-budget games.

"The price of game production has been increasing and if GTA 6 can lead the charge for a price increase that is palatable for players, it's likely other studios will follow suit," she said.

GTA 6 price of $80 revealed and physical edition will contain no disc

Rockstar has said physical copies of the game will contain a code for a digital download for the game.

www.bbc.com

 

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GTA 6 will cost $80 - and physical edition will not contain a disc​

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Rockstar Games
Grand Theft Auto 6, the latest instalment of Rockstar Games' biggest ever franchise, will cost $79.99, with a more premium edition costing $99.99.

It is not yet known how much the game will cost in the UK - the BBC has asked Rockstar for a list of regional prices.

Rockstar said physical copies of the game will contain a code for a digital download for the game inside a box, rather than a disc.

Freelance video games journalist Vic Hood said the price tag for the standard edition was "fairly reasonable" but said the lack of disc may "irk some physical collectors".

However, she added the decision made sense from Rockstar's point of view, "as it reduces the amount of rebuying and reselling and helps prevent leaks".

One of the most hotly-anticipated games of the year, GTA 6 will open for pre-orders at midnight local time on 25 June.

GTA 6 - all you need to know about Rockstar's blockbuster game​

The game itself - which some analysts say could be the most expensive ever made - will be released on 19 November on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S.



Following the reveal, some fans questioned the point of purchasing a physical copy, if it did not contain a disc.

Others queried whether they would be able to re-sell the game after, as can be done with normal physical editions with a disc, or whether the code would be shareable.

Fans seemed less concerned by the price - a $10 increase for the standard edition compared to the typical $70 price tag for similarly-sized blockbuster games.

"$10 won't be such a big hit to consumers pockets, but I still hope $80 won't become the norm," posted one.

When it launched in 2013, GTA 5 cost $59.99 for the standard edition.

Joost van Dreunen, a professor of games business at NYU Stern said the pricing was a "clever strategy" by Rockstar and its parent company Take-Two.

"Take-Two is catering to the largest possible audience while offering die-hards an upgraded tier," he said.

GTA 6 pre-order date and cover art revealed by Rockstar​

Rockstar added that players who pre-order digital versions of the game will be able to begin pre-loading it on their consoles on November 12 to ensure they are able to play at launch.

The physical version of GTA 6 will also be available starting 12 November to support pre-loading.

The more expensive "Ultimate Edition" will include features such as more vehicles, weapons and outfits for the characters.

How long has GTA 6 been in development?​

It has been a long and bumpy road to this point for Rockstar.

Fans have been hankering for a follow-up to GTA 5 after it was released back in 2013, and became one of the best-selling games of all time.

Rockstar confirmed it was working on GTA 6 in February 2022, following the Covid-19 pandemic.

But after it was hacked and assets from the work-in-progress title were leaked online, the company delayed its slated release window.





Its launch date was pushed back again in late 2025 to November 2026.

At the same time, the company has also faced internal pressures - with some staff at Rockstar North, its Edinburgh HQ, claiming it tried to stop staff unionising by sacking them.

Rockstar Games
GTA 5 has sold nearly 230 million copies, generating billions of dollars in revenue for Rockstar.

The sixth game in the franchise will feature its first ever playable female protagonist in a 3D setting - Lucia - alongside her partner in life and crime, Jason, as a second playable character.

The question of how much the game will cost has been hotly debated amongst fans and analysts in the build-up to the game's pre-order release.

Hood said the price may set a new standard for AAA or big-budget games.

"The price of game production has been increasing and if GTA 6 can lead the charge for a price increase that is palatable for players, it's likely other studios will follow suit," she said.

GTA 6 price of $80 revealed and physical edition will contain no disc

Rockstar has said physical copies of the game will contain a code for a digital download for the game.

www.bbc.com

No advocating

 

[SolarWarden]

US Gubment will disclose existence of Aliens begore GTA 6 comes out. Hell the 7 year tribulation will come first before GTA 6.

 

[SABRE]

No disc is more problematic for me than the price. I mean, if they are going to ask for such a high price, they should at least let us own the game physically. Quite sure it will be released on disc later, but who's gonna wait for that when it comes to the GTA series?

Also, I think I'll end up losing my job and family life when this is released.

 

[Muji.Iqbal]

No advocating

Sir, I am not advocating, I am just posting the news on the Gaming Industry.
Personally I am more of a Pokemon, Mechwarrior, and Command and Conquer fan.

For me the $80 price is not the problem. I know the Game makers need to make a salary and put food on the table. Thing is why no disc? I want the disc to put into my PS5.

 

[Waz]

No advocating

Brother the thread is fine. Thank you.

 

[Waz]

No disc is more problematic for me than the price. I mean, if they are going to ask for such a high price, they should at least let us own the game physically. Quite sure it will be released on disc later, but who's gonna wait for that when it comes to the GTA series?

Also, I think I'll end up losing my job and family life when this is released.

They're getting to that model where you will not own the asset, they're doing it elsewhere as well.
They want to have control over end use period.

 

[Ali_Baba]

i dont like this era of owning nothing but that is the reality of the world we live in.

If there is a film I like, I will buy it on 4k BLuray, recently I purchase Kingdom of Heaven "Directors Cut" in 4k UHD because it is a beautiful film I will watch many times and I can't chase which streaming service it has moved to when I want to watch it.

So far, all my PS5 games have been physical.

When I think about it, I dont think I have ever purchased a pure digital asset be it video or music !

I pay for Netflix etc.

 

[That_Guy]

Not gonna buy it, just on principle alone.

Besides, a lot of much cheaper, amazing indies and double A games out there that I still have yet to play.

 

[AZ_HighCountry]

They're getting to that model where you will not own the asset, they're doing it elsewhere as well.
They want to have control over end use period.

Exactly.

Eventually, everything software-related will be SAAS. And another reason why most of my PC activity now is on Linux. Not that Windows is garbage (it is) but the idea of leasing something in near-perpetuity is annoying.

Saw an ad on TV the other day the latest release of the COD franchise will be soon. Didn't notice if it will include a Windows version or what.

 

[313Ghazi]

No advocating

Cmon bro it's a cultural phenomena.

 

[SABRE]

They're getting to that model where you will not own the asset, they're doing it elsewhere as well.
They want to have control over end use period.

I don't like it. Microsoft had the right idea with its Game Pass, but it messed up with first-party games. If things in the gaming industry are going to be all digital, they should adopt the Netflix streaming model.

 

[iron shrapnel]

I'll wait

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[Jagga Badmash]

GTA 6 will cost $80 - and physical edition will not contain a disc​

4 hours ago
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Laura CressTechnology reporter

Rockstar Games
Grand Theft Auto 6, the latest instalment of Rockstar Games' biggest ever franchise, will cost $79.99, with a more premium edition costing $99.99.

It is not yet known how much the game will cost in the UK - the BBC has asked Rockstar for a list of regional prices.

Rockstar said physical copies of the game will contain a code for a digital download for the game inside a box, rather than a disc.

Freelance video games journalist Vic Hood said the price tag for the standard edition was "fairly reasonable" but said the lack of disc may "irk some physical collectors".

However, she added the decision made sense from Rockstar's point of view, "as it reduces the amount of rebuying and reselling and helps prevent leaks".

One of the most hotly-anticipated games of the year, GTA 6 will open for pre-orders at midnight local time on 25 June.

GTA 6 - all you need to know about Rockstar's blockbuster game​

The game itself - which some analysts say could be the most expensive ever made - will be released on 19 November on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S.



Following the reveal, some fans questioned the point of purchasing a physical copy, if it did not contain a disc.

Others queried whether they would be able to re-sell the game after, as can be done with normal physical editions with a disc, or whether the code would be shareable.

Fans seemed less concerned by the price - a $10 increase for the standard edition compared to the typical $70 price tag for similarly-sized blockbuster games.

"$10 won't be such a big hit to consumers pockets, but I still hope $80 won't become the norm," posted one.

When it launched in 2013, GTA 5 cost $59.99 for the standard edition.

Joost van Dreunen, a professor of games business at NYU Stern said the pricing was a "clever strategy" by Rockstar and its parent company Take-Two.

"Take-Two is catering to the largest possible audience while offering die-hards an upgraded tier," he said.

GTA 6 pre-order date and cover art revealed by Rockstar​

Rockstar added that players who pre-order digital versions of the game will be able to begin pre-loading it on their consoles on November 12 to ensure they are able to play at launch.

The physical version of GTA 6 will also be available starting 12 November to support pre-loading.

The more expensive "Ultimate Edition" will include features such as more vehicles, weapons and outfits for the characters.

How long has GTA 6 been in development?​

It has been a long and bumpy road to this point for Rockstar.

Fans have been hankering for a follow-up to GTA 5 after it was released back in 2013, and became one of the best-selling games of all time.

Rockstar confirmed it was working on GTA 6 in February 2022, following the Covid-19 pandemic.

But after it was hacked and assets from the work-in-progress title were leaked online, the company delayed its slated release window.





Its launch date was pushed back again in late 2025 to November 2026.

At the same time, the company has also faced internal pressures - with some staff at Rockstar North, its Edinburgh HQ, claiming it tried to stop staff unionising by sacking them.

Rockstar Games
GTA 5 has sold nearly 230 million copies, generating billions of dollars in revenue for Rockstar.

The sixth game in the franchise will feature its first ever playable female protagonist in a 3D setting - Lucia - alongside her partner in life and crime, Jason, as a second playable character.

The question of how much the game will cost has been hotly debated amongst fans and analysts in the build-up to the game's pre-order release.

Hood said the price may set a new standard for AAA or big-budget games.

"The price of game production has been increasing and if GTA 6 can lead the charge for a price increase that is palatable for players, it's likely other studios will follow suit," she said.

GTA 6 price of $80 revealed and physical edition will contain no disc

Rockstar has said physical copies of the game will contain a code for a digital download for the game.

www.bbc.com

From Rockstar I only like Max Payane......

Can someone share download link....Long time missing it.

Free Edition Please.

 

[SABRE]

From Rockstar I only like Max Payane......

Can someone share download link....Long time missing it.

Free Edition Please.

Max Payne is a good game. But IMO, Rockstar's best game is Red Dead Redemption 2.