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

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.