Grand Theft Auto 6 Sets Unprecedented Pre-Order Records on Xbox and PlayStation

"Grand Theft Auto 6" (GTA 6) is on track to be an extraordinary success, with both PlayStation and Xbox confirming that pre-orders for the title have reached unparalleled levels. This widespread anticipation underscores the game's significant impact on the gaming industry even before its official launch.

The CEO of Take-Two, Strauss Zelnick, previously hinted at the game's "unprecedented" pre-order performance. While specific sales figures remain undisclosed to avoid misinterpretation, the enthusiastic response from platform holders validates the game's massive appeal.

PlayStation officially declared "Grand Theft Auto 6" as the most pre-ordered game ever on its PlayStation Store. To accommodate this exceptional demand, Sony, in collaboration with Rockstar Games, is allowing players to pre-load the game nine days ahead of its release. This staggered global launch will commence at midnight NZDT in New Zealand on November 19, rolling out across various regions.

Echoing this sentiment, Xbox also announced that GTA 6 has become the most pre-ordered game on the Microsoft Store. Xbox encourages players to initiate pre-loading as early as possible to be ready for the launch. It was also confirmed that "Grand Theft Auto 6" will be accessible on Xbox One consoles via Xbox Cloud Gaming, extending its reach beyond the latest generation hardware, although it will not be streamable on PC at launch.

While precise pre-order numbers for "Grand Theft Auto 6" are not yet public, Take-Two Interactive's financial forecasts offer a glimpse into the expected commercial impact. The publisher anticipates net bookings between $3.35 billion and $3.5 billion for the current fiscal quarter, attributing this substantial growth primarily to the highly anticipated launch of "Grand Theft Auto 6." This projection represents nearly double the $1.76 billion reported in the same period last year.

Strauss Zelnick further emphasized the company's outlook during a recent financial briefing, stating, "With pre-orders continuing to achieve unprecedented levels, we anticipate a landmark year for our organization." The company also projects a significant increase in full-year net bookings, from $6.72 billion in the previous fiscal year to an estimated $8 billion to $8.2 billion for the upcoming fiscal year, further highlighting the expected success of "Grand Theft Auto 6."