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Microsoft disputes claims PS5 pre-orders are outselling Xbox sales "by a rate of 8-to-1", insisting "we've had record orders"
Microsoft has responded to claims suggesting that the PlayStation 5's pre-orders for GTA 6 are outselling the Xbox by 8-to-1. The company insists that the data cited is misrepresentative and promotes the notion that it has experienced record pre-orders for its console. Additionally, this controversy coincides with consumer backlash regarding Rockstar's decision to not include a physical disc in the GTA 6 physical edition, prompting debates about digital ownership and sales. The game, highly anticipated, is set to launch on November 19th for both consoles, further intensifying market scrutiny as pre-orders surge.
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Published 28 Jun 2026, 20:50 UTC1 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Microsoft contests pre-order claims regarding PS5 vs Xbox.
- Declares that pre-order figures do not reflect actual sales.
- Company reports having record pre-orders for Xbox.
- GTA 6 is set to release on November 19th.
- Backlash over GTA 6's lack of a physical edition disc.
Interesting facts
- Microsoft emphasizes the need for real data over affiliate link analytics.
- The debate surrounding game ownership is heating up due to digital disc-free editions.
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