# Rockstar’s owner expected GTA 6 to be big, but not this big: “The numbers will speak for themselves”

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/rockstars-owner-expected-gta-6-to-be-big-but-not-this-big-the-numbers-will-speak-for-themselves/
- Published: 2026-11-09T22:57:50+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-09T23:22:37+00:00
- Original publisher: GamesRadar+
- Original article: https://www.gamesradar.com/games/grand-theft-auto/rockstars-owner-expected-gta-6-to-be-big-but-not-this-big-we-know-that-the-numbers-will-speak-for-themselves-soon-enough/
- Topics: Entertainment, Gaming, GTA 6

## Key points

- GTA 6 pre-orders are tracking well above Take-Two’s expectations.
- Estimated pre-order sales have reached about $730 million.
- Take-Two forecasts $8 billion in net bookings for 2027.

## Summary

Take-Two Interactive says pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto VI are far exceeding its initial expectations, despite the company already anticipating a major release. The figures reinforce expectations that the game could become one of the biggest launches in video game history and help drive a record year for its owner.

Take-Two’s latest earnings materials estimate pre-order sales at about $730 million, while chief executive Strauss Zelnick said they are reaching unprecedented levels. The company is maintaining its forecast of roughly $8 billion in net bookings for its 2027 financial year. GTA 6 is scheduled to launch on 19 November for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.

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