GTA 6 price set to skyrocket: Analysts predict over $100 price tag

The gaming community is in a frenzy as details about the price of Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) remain scarce. Recent reports and accidental listings by retailers point to a significant price hike for the highly anticipated title, leaving fans questioning just how much they will need to shell out.

While most gamers expected the price to stay around the $70 mark, recent analysis suggests that GTA 6 may launch with a price tag well beyond that, possibly over $100. This price increase is due to factors such as the game's high demand, significant development costs, and inflation. A recent mistake by Swiss retailer Brack revealed a pre-order price of 99 Swiss francs, which converts to approximately $112, further fueling the speculation that the price could exceed $100.

Analysts believe that with Take-Two Interactive's substantial investment in the game's development, they will leverage the game's strong demand to maximize profits. Additionally, the game's release after a 13-year gap from GTA 5 means that pricing may reflect the inflationary pressures seen across the market over the past decade.

Though GTA 6's official price is yet to be confirmed by Rockstar Games, many retailers are likely to adjust their prices closer to the launch. With taxes varying by country, the final price could fluctuate even more. So, if you were planning on grabbing GTA 6, you may need to budget more than you originally anticipated.

As the game’s release approaches, gamers will have to wait and see if the price will remain within reach or continue its upward trajectory.