After a wait of more than a decade, Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) promises to redefine standards in the gaming industry. The launch, expected for 2025, could generate an unprecedented financial impact, according to estimates by DFC Intelligence. The game could gross more than US$3.2 billion in the first 12 months, easily surpassing the numbers achieved by its predecessor, GTA V.
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A potential financial phenomenon
A potential financial phenomenon
The revenue forecast puts GTA 6 at a rare level. For comparison purposes, the film Avatar (2009), the global box office record holder, grossed US$2.9 billion throughout its theatrical run. The possibility of GTA 6 surpassing this mark in just one year reinforces the economic relevance of the games sector.
Around US$1 billion of the projected values should come from pre-sales. Furthermore, Rockstar's decision to release the game for PCs at a later date could further boost sales, repeating a successful strategy used with GTA V. This strategy makes the title sell twice: first on consoles and then on computers, significantly increasing revenue.
GTA Online and the future of revenue
Another highlight is the potential of the multiplayer component. GTA Online mode , an essential part of the success of GTA V , generated US$500 million in 2022 alone. Therefore, the launch of an improved and expanded version of multiplayer in GTA 6 could guarantee a robust and long-term source of revenue.
To date, GTA V has sold more than 200 million copies, accumulating more than $8.6 billion in total earnings. The challenge for GTA 6 will be to not only surpass these numbers, but also set new standards for the gaming industry.
Expectations and possible delays for GTA 6
However, the official release date has not yet been confirmed. The trailer released in 2023 raised hopes that the game would hit stores in 2025, but Rockstar did not provide recent updates, fueling fears of a possible delay.
Regardless, GTA 6 has already established itself as the most anticipated title of the decade. Thus, its debut could transform the digital entertainment market, reaffirming Rockstar Games' role as a leader in the global industry.
