GTA 6 Expected to Make $1.3 Billion On Its First Day

Grand Theft Auto (GTA) 5 star Ned Luke, voicing Michael De Santa, anticipates a groundbreaking launch for GTA 6, predicting a staggering $1.3 billion in first-day sales. This bold prediction, shared during a Fall Damage YouTube interview, highlights the immense anticipation surrounding the game. Luke emphasizes the game's potential, stating its worth the wait and hinting at a truly remarkable experience.

Rockstar's Unpredictable Approach to GTA 6

GTA 6's Billion-Dollar Debut?

Luke's prediction builds upon GTA 5's record-breaking $800 million first-day revenue in 2013. He confidently asserts that GTA 6 will significantly surpass this achievement. Market research firm DFC Intelligence supports this optimism, projecting over 40 million copies sold and $3.2 billion in revenue within the first year, with $1 billion attributed to pre-orders alone.

Returning GTA 5 Characters?

The possibility of GTA 5 characters returning in GTA 6, or a final GTA Online DLC, is a topic of much speculation. Luke hints at Michael's potential involvement, while Steven Ogg (Trevor in GTA 5) previously suggested a "passing the torch" scenario for his character. Luke remains tight-lipped, acknowledging Rockstar's secrecy and the potential repercussions of revealing too much.

GTA 6: In the Testing Phase?

Former Rockstar animator Mike York suggests GTA 6 is undergoing internal testing. In a since-deleted interview, he highlighted the game's unique unpredictability, emphasizing the extensive testing required for such a vast and complex open world. He believes the game is playable and undergoing final touches, with numerous internal testers likely already experiencing it.

Rockstar's official silence since the December 2023 trailer release continues. While a Fall 2025 release was previously speculated based on Take-Two Interactive's financial reports, no official release date has been confirmed. Stay tuned to our Grand Theft Auto 6 page for the latest updates.