GTA 6 might launch at a $100 price point, as per this leak

As the gaming world eagerly awaits the highly anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6), new information has surfaced about the potential launch price of the game. While Rockstar Games has yet to make any official announcements regarding the release date, price, or preorder details, a Swiss retailer has inadvertently revealed what might be the game’s retail price—potentially setting a new benchmark for AAA game launches.

A recent leak from Swiss retailer Brack.ch displayed an unofficial preorder page for GTA 6, listing the game for 99.00 CHF for the PS5 version. When converted to US dollars, the price comes out to roughly $112, but it’s important to note that Swiss prices typically include VAT (Value Added Tax), which is not applied in the United States. This suggests that the actual price in the US could be closer to $100, aligning with the typical price range for premium next-gen games in 2023 and beyond.

The revelation has sent ripples through the gaming community, as a $100 price tag would represent a significant jump over the standard $60-$70 prices typically seen for most AAA titles. While price increases for next-gen games have become somewhat common, particularly for blockbuster franchises, a $100 launch price would mark an especially notable departure from the norm.

The potential price hike may not come as a complete shock to some, given the inflationary pressures and the increasing costs of game development. As the industry adapts to the evolving technological landscape, it’s likely that game developers and publishers will continue to raise prices for flagship titles like GTA 6 in order to cover production and marketing costs. Fans of the Grand Theft Auto series, in particular, have long been accustomed to high-quality, expansive releases, and it’s expected that GTA 6 will follow suit with an open-world experience that pushes the boundaries of current-generation consoles.

In response to the leak, Brack.ch swiftly removed the preorder page, suggesting that the appearance of the listing was an error and not an official confirmation of the game’s price. However, the incident has sparked discussions about what players can expect when Rockstar finally opens preorders for GTA 6.

While Rockstar has remained tight-lipped about the game’s official price, the leak—whether intentional or not—has raised expectations for a potentially pricier but more feature-packed GTA 6 experience.