GTA 6 sales are estimated to have surpassed $1 billion ahead of the game’s scheduled release on 19 November, according to market research firm Sensor Tower.
The milestone reportedly represents around 10.31 million copies sold, with the highly anticipated title already outperforming its predecessor in pre-release sales.
According to Forbes, PlayStation accounts for the largest share of purchases, representing 75% of the total, while the remaining 25% relates to the Xbox version.
GTA 6 sales compared with its predecessor
The figures highlight the commercial potential of the Grand Theft Auto franchise.
When GTA V was released in 2013, it recorded seven million pre-orders and sold 11 million copies worldwide on its first day, according to Sensor Tower.
Sales reached 16 million copies by the end of its first week.
Based on current estimates, GTA 6 is expected to achieve even stronger commercial results, both before and after its official release.
However, Take-Two Interactive, the parent company of Rockstar Games, has not published official sales figures for the new title.
During the company’s latest earnings presentation, chief executive Strauss Zelnick said pre-orders had been significantly higher than initially expected.
One of gaming’s most anticipated releases
Grand Theft Auto 6 is already regarded as one of the most anticipated video games of all time. Rockstar Games is aiming to raise expectations for graphics, detail and open-world gameplay.
The game’s development has been marked by two major delays. Its release was initially scheduled for autumn 2025, before being moved to May 2026 and subsequently set for 19 November.
In August, some game footage was also partially leaked following threats by an account to release further material. The account reportedly reacted to Rockstar’s decision to release the title without a physical disc.
GTA 6 could challenge GTA V’s launch record
Expectations surrounding the game’s commercial performance have also raised the prospect of it breaking GTA V’s record for the highest revenue generated by an entertainment product in its first 24 hours.
GTA V generated $815.7 million in sales during its first 24 hours after launching on 17 September 2013.
The new instalment is expected to challenge that record, reflecting the global popularity of the Grand Theft Auto franchise.
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