Grand Theft Auto 6 Sparks Debate with $100 Price Tag
With its advanced features, improved AI, and sprawling map, Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to be a game-changer in the gaming industry, but the high price tag may deter some fans, who are hoping for a more affordable option, or a separate release of the game's story mode and online mode.
The rumored $100 price tag for Grand Theft Auto 6 has sparked concern among fans, but a possible explanation suggests it could be a bundle price for the game's story mode and online mode, which could be released separately, offering a cheaper alternative for individual purchases.
Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) is set to be released on September 17, 2025, for consoles, with a potential PC release in 2026, featuring dual protagonists, improved AI, and a sprawling map including a reimagined Vice City. The game's success and the potential for a standalone online mode could justify the high price, but fans are divided on their excitement for the game's story or online mode.
The game will feature improved AI, enhanced police mechanics, and stealth and melee upgrades, with a map that includes urban zones, beaches, and boardwalks, as well as swamplands and countryside areas. The game's system requirements for PC users will demand significant hardware, including a minimum of an Intel Core i5-9600K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 CPU, 16GB of RAM, and an NVIDIA RTX 3060 or AMD RX 6600XT GPU.
The game will include a variety of new features, such as ray tracing, AI-based upscaling, and real-time environmental physics, making it one of the most advanced games in the current generation. The game's price in India is expected to start at Rs 5,999, while the Collector's Edition may include physical collectibles, in-game bonuses, and exclusive digital content.
As the release date approaches, fans are eagerly awaiting the official confirmation of the price, with some analysts predicting it could be as high as $100, making it the most expensive standard game of the current generation. The game's publisher, Take-Two Interactive, has not officially confirmed the price, leaving fans to speculate about the final cost.