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GTA 6 Budget Revealed as 'Expensive' by Take-Two CEO, Analysts Hint at Up to $1.5B
business21 days ago

GTA 6 Budget Revealed as 'Expensive' by Take-Two CEO, Analysts Hint at Up to $1.5B

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick said GTA 6’s production was expensive, with industry analysts suggesting a budget up to $1.5 billion; executives and analysts also expect a consumer price above the standard $70, with some speculating $80–$100+ at launch. GTA 6 is set to release on November 19 for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S as Take-Two pursues blockbuster budgets amid rising development costs and uncertain AI-driven savings.

"Skull and Bones: The Intriguing Journey and Missed Milestones"
gaming2 years ago

"Skull and Bones: The Intriguing Journey and Missed Milestones"

Ubisoft's multiplayer sailing game "Skull and Bones" has received mixed-poor critical reviews and has only garnered around 850,000 players in its first week, including those on a free trial. With a decade-long development cost of around $200 million, the game's full price of $70 and focus on live-service elements have been criticized, leading to concerns about the company's ability to recoup its investment.

GTA 6: Expensive, Imminent Announcement, and Major Storyline Hints.
gaming3 years ago

GTA 6: Expensive, Imminent Announcement, and Major Storyline Hints.

Grand Theft Auto 6 is rumored to be the most expensive video game ever made, with development costs alone reportedly exceeding $250 million. When factoring in marketing and other expenses, the total budget could easily surpass $1 billion. Despite the risks of such a large investment, the highly anticipated game is expected to generate enough revenue to recover the costs. Rockstar Games is known for its attention to detail, which can contribute to a longer development time and higher equipment and salary costs.