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Xbox Steps in to Address Report That Claimed GTA 6 Preorders Are 'Heavily Skewed' Toward PS5
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Key Points:
- Microsoft responded to reports claiming GTA 6 preorders are heavily skewed toward PS5, with Xbox CSO Matthew Ball stating that preorder numbers match Xbox's market share and are breaking records for the platform.
- Analysts estimate PS5 sales are about double those of Xbox Series X and S, which likely explains the higher number of GTA 6 preorders on PlayStation consoles.
- Sony's strong partnership with Rockstar Games has heavily promoted GTA 6 on PS5, including marketing materials, gameplay focus, and unique features utilizing the DualSense controller, contributing to the preorder imbalance.
- The Verge's report also mentioned a potential Xbox "reset" under new CEO Asha Sharma, possibly aimed at making Xbox easier to operate as a standalone subsidiary.
- GTA 6 is set to launch exclusively on PS5 and Xbox Series X and S on November 19.
