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Take-Two Issues Official Statement on GTA 6 Pre-Orders
Take-Two Interactive revealed in its Q1 FY2027 financial report that pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6 have been exceptional, setting the stage for a highly anticipated launch. The game, which has faced delays since its announcement, is expected to generate substantial sales, potentially reaching between $3.25 billion and $5.2 billion in its first week. This announcement comes as excitement builds globally, with the franchise continuing to exceed financial expectations.
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Published 7 Aug 2026, 16:00 UTC3 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- GTA 6 pre-orders opened on June 25, 2026.
- Take-Two projects GTA 6 could earn up to $5.2 billion in its first week.
- GTA series sales exceeded expectations, with GTA 5 selling over 230 million units.
- Take-Two reported $1.39 billion in sales from April to June 2026.
- GTA+ continues to perform well for the company.
Interesting facts
- GTA 6 has been in development since after the launch of Red Dead Redemption 2.
- The franchise's recurrent consumer spending has increased by 3%.
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