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Sensor Tower: GTA 6 pre-orders almost reach 8m, 74% bought on PlayStation 5
GamesIndustry.biz • • technology
Key Points:
- Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to release in two weeks and has nearly reached 8 million pre-orders, generating approximately $751 million in gross revenue.
- The PlayStation 5 version dominates pre-orders with 74%, earning $559 million, while Xbox Series X|S accounts for 26% and $192 million.
- The $100 Ultimate Edition is far more popular, making up 89% of pre-orders compared to 11% for the $80 Standard Edition.
- Industry experts predict total pre-orders could reach around 25 million units at launch, potentially generating $2 billion in sales and covering development and marketing costs.
- GTA 6 pre-orders are 148% ahead of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2's figures at the same point before launch, indicating strong market anticipation.
