Grand Theft Auto 6's development costs are estimated to exceed $1 billion, marking one of the most expensive game developments in history. Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick acknowledges the game's "expensive" endeavour but promises to "charge way, way, way less of the value delivery" upon its November 19th release for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. The pricing strategy, potentially up to $100, sparks industry discussion.
Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) is estimated to have cost its publisher, Take-Two, between $1 billion to $1.5 billion, making it potentially the most expensive game ever made. With its release set for November 19, 2026, on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, the game's pricing strategy is under scrutiny amid economic uncertainty. CEO Strauss Zelnick emphasizes delivering value to justify the cost.