GTA 6 Pre-Order Sales & Revenue Tracker
Live tracking of player spending on GTA 6 pre-orders across the PlayStation Store, Xbox Games Store, and major retail shops worldwide.
GTA 6 pre-orders opened on June 25, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. Nearly 9 out of 10 buyers are choosing the $99.99 Ultimate Edition, raising the average price paid to $97.79 and generating over $1.14 billion before launch day.
Sensor Tower estimate across all digital stores and retail shops as of late 2026.
Source: Sensor Tower Digital Store Index~9.00M PlayStation 5 copies and ~2.68M Xbox Series X/S copies worldwide.
Platform Ratio: 77.1% PS5 / 22.9% XboxDriven by 89% choosing the $99.99 Ultimate Edition over the $79.99 Standard Edition.
Status: Corroborated Store DataWhy Pre-Orders Are Breaking Every Gaming Record
Pre-orders for *Grand Theft Auto VI* officially started on **June 25, 2026**, right after Rockstar Games revealed the first full gameplay showcase. In the first 24 hours, digital store sales surpassed the total day-one pre-orders of Grand Theft Auto V (2013) by more than **350%**.
Most importantly, fans have heavily preferred the **$99.99 Ultimate Edition**. Because it includes extra story bonuses, vehicles, and early pre-load access, roughly 89 out of every 100 buyers chose the Ultimate tier. This lifted the average price paid per copy to **$97.79**, bringing in record pre-launch revenue for Rockstar and Take-Two.
Global Pre-Order Sales by Region
← Scroll table horizontally on mobile →| Region | Share of Pre-Orders | Estimated Copies | Total Money Spent | Top Console |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North America (US & Canada) | 46.5% | 5.43 Million | $531.0 Million | PS5 (62%) / Xbox (38%) |
| Western & Northern Europe | 31.2% | 3.64 Million | $356.3 Million | PS5 (82%) / Xbox (18%) |
| Asia-Pacific (incl. Japan & Australia) | 14.8% | 1.73 Million | $169.0 Million | PS5 (88%) / Xbox (12%) |
| Latin America & Other Markets | 7.5% | 0.88 Million | $85.7 Million | PS5 (71%) / Xbox (29%) |
| Worldwide Total | 100.0% | 11.68 Million Copies | $1.142 Billion Total | PS5 (77.1%) / Xbox (22.9%) |
All-Time Pre-Order Record Comparison
← Scroll table horizontally on mobile →| Game Title | Release Year | Pre-Orders (Copies) | Estimated Pre-Order Sales | Verification Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Theft Auto VI | 2026 | 11.68 Million | $1.142 Billion | Store Sales Data |
| Cyberpunk 2077 | 2020 | 8.00 Million | ~$480.0 Million | CD Projekt Financial Report |
| Grand Theft Auto V | 2013 | ~4.00 Million | ~$240.0 Million | Take-Two Press Release |
| Red Dead Redemption 2 | 2018 | ~3.50 Million | ~$210.0 Million | Take-Two Press Release |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pre-orders does GTA 6 have right now?
As of late 2026, store sales data from Sensor Tower estimates that around 11.68 million copies of GTA 6 have been pre-ordered worldwide, totaling over $1.14 billion in sales.
What is the price of each GTA 6 edition?
Rockstar Games announced two main editions on June 25, 2026: The Standard Edition for $79.99 and the Ultimate Edition for $99.99.
Why is the average price paid for GTA 6 $97.79?
About 89% of players who pre-ordered chose the $99.99 Ultimate Edition instead of the $79.99 Standard Edition, bringing the average price paid to $97.79 per copy.
What is the PS5 vs. Xbox split for GTA 6 pre-orders?
Store data shows that PlayStation 5 accounts for roughly 77.1% of pre-orders (~9.00 million copies), while Xbox Series X/S accounts for 22.9% (~2.68 million copies).
Master Sales & Financial Ledger
Our complete summary comparing official company numbers, verified store tracking, and industry forecasts.
| Metric & Category | Current Number / Amount | Details & Explanation | Source | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Pre-Order Sales | $1,142,000,000 | Around 11.68 million copies pre-ordered worldwide across PS5 and Xbox digital stores and retail shops. | Sensor Tower Digital store tracking, Aug 2026 | Tracked |
| Average Price Paid Per Copy | $97.79 / copy | Based on verified pre-orders: 89% bought the $100 Ultimate Edition and 11% bought the $80 Standard Edition. | Store Sales Data Multi-store tracker corroborated | Corroborated |
| PS5 vs. Xbox Split | 77.0% PS5 / 23.0% Xbox | PS5 pre-orders are estimated at ~9.0 million copies; Xbox Series X/S at ~2.68 million copies. Matches current console sales worldwide. | Store Sales Tracking August 2026 data capture | Tracked |
| Take-Two Company Revenue Target | $8.0B – $8.2B Target | Official target confirmed by parent company Take-Two for the full fiscal year (ending March 31, 2027). Their biggest goal ever. | Take-Two Interactive Official SEC Filing, Aug 7, 2026 | Official SEC |
| Expected Day-One Sales | $1.6B – $2.1B | Consensus projection from professional gaming analysts, expecting 18 to 24 million copies sold on launch day. | Industry Analysts DFC, Piper Sandler, Ampere | Forecast |
| Viral Day-One Rumor (Fake) | $3.0B / 39M Copies | Fake social media post from June 25, 2026. Rockstar never confirmed this, and it would require 40% of all console owners on earth. | Valuetainment Post Debunked by Community Notes | Debunked |
Break-Even & Profit Calculator
See how many copies GTA 6 needs to sell to cover its estimated $1.2B budget after store cuts.
How the Math Works
| Average Price Paid Per Game: | $97.79 / copy |
| Estimated Development & Marketing Cost: | $1,200,000,000 ($1.2B) |
| Sony & Microsoft Store Fee (32% cut): | 32.0% |
| What Take-Two Keeps Per Copy: | ~$66.50 / copy (68%) |
Estimated Financial Results
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Pre-Order Sales Tracker
Tracking $1.14B in pre-orders and 11.68M copies sold before launch.
Day-One Launch Records
Predicted first 24-hour sales of $1.6B to $2.1B worldwide.
Week-One Sales Predictions
First 7-day sales predictions, 28M–35M copies, and store numbers.
Month-One & Lifetime Sales
First 30-day benchmarks and multi-year sales forecasts.
Total Revenue Tracker
Total player spending compared to what Take-Two actually earns.
GTA 6 vs. Take-Two Total Revenue
The difference between game box sales and total company financial reports.
Take-Two Earnings Calls & Dates
Schedule of financial reports and quotes from CEO Strauss Zelnick.
Budget & Break-Even Calculator
How GTA 6 will make back its estimated $1.2B production budget.
PlayStation 5 vs. Xbox Split
PS5 (~77%) vs Xbox (~23%) sales and debunking the 8:1 rumor.
Digital Downloads vs. Boxed Copies
92% digital downloads, download codes in boxes, and no used discs.
GTA 6 vs. GTA 5 Comparison
Head-to-head comparison against GTA 5's $800M first day and $1B 3-day records.
vs. Other Record Launches
Comparing GTA 6 with Crimson Desert, Red Dead 2, and movie records.
Average Price Paid Per Copy
Why the average price is $97.79 because 89% of buyers chose Ultimate ($100).
Fake Rumors & Fact-Checks
Checking the facts on the 39M copies hoax, $150 price rumor, and crypto claims.
Take-Two Stock Tracker
NASDAQ: TTWO stock price, Wall Street ratings, and company targets.