The wait for Grand Theft Auto 6 has felt like a lifetime. As we inch closer to the presumed November 2026 launch window, the hype is reaching a fever pitch. Rockstar Games has kept the lid tight on details, leaving us with nothing but a few character tidbits and a whole lot of imagination.
However, the internet went into a tailspin this week when a price tag finally appeared on a major storefront. If the listing is accurate, your wallet might be in for some serious pain.
A Digital Listing for £90?
A screenshot recently surfaced on Reddit from the popular online storefront Loaded (the site formerly known as CDKeys). The listing set social media ablaze by pinning the base game at a whopping £89.99.
Even more staggering? The US version of the site listed the digital code for $124.19.
While the “Buy” button is currently disabled, the mere sight of a triple-digit price tag for a base game sent shockwaves through the community. This isn’t for a “Collector’s Edition” with a plastic statue—this is for a standard digital key.
The Community Reaction: “Normalized Damage”
The gaming community didn’t take the news lightly. Many fear that if the biggest game in history launches at this price point, it sets a dangerous precedent for the entire industry.
“I know most of us will pay for it, but you guys know how much damage the gaming industry will have if we normalized this?” wrote one concerned Redditor.
Another user pointed to previous backlashes, noting, “If this happens, people need to not defend that and do what they did when Outer Worlds 2 was priced at $80.”
Why You Should Keep Your Cool
Before you start selling your furniture to afford a trip back to Vice City, let’s take a collective breath. There is a very high probability that this is just a placeholder.
Retailers often put up “dummy” listings with inflated prices when they know a product is high-demand but haven’t received official MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price) from the developer.
Here is why we shouldn’t panic just yet:
The Source: While Loaded is popular, official pricing usually leaks first through “Big Box” retailers like Amazon or the PlayStation/Xbox digital stores.
The Math: A jump from the standard $70 to over $120 for a base edition would be an unprecedented (and risky) move, even for Rockstar.
The Timeline: With the release still months away, Rockstar is likely holding the real numbers close to their chest until a dedicated “Pre-Order” trailer drops.
What’s Next?
We are still expecting more official news from Rockstar as we head toward the finish line. When the real pricing drops, it will likely include a tiered system: a standard edition, a “Deluxe” version with some online perks, and the inevitable “Collector’s Edition” for the hardcore fans.
For now, treat these “leaks” as speculation. Rockstar knows they have the most anticipated game of the decade; they don’t need to break the bank—just the internet.
Are you willing to pay $100+ for the base version of GTA 6, or is that where you draw the line? Would you like me to keep an eye out for the latest Rockstar recruitment or trailer rumors for you?
