Grand Theft Auto 6‘s announcement created quite a stir, not only among industry insiders. Although it may take a while for the production to hit stores, we already know that it will launch on two platforms first. According to the most recent research, the game does not necessarily need to be instantly accessible on personal computers in order to have excellent results.
In 2025, GTA 6 will launch on the Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. Take-Two’s early plans state that the game would launch in the first several months of this year, with PC players only getting access later.
In mid- or perhaps late-2026, if everything goes according to plan, the gangster experience will only be accessible on personal computers. Granted that Rockstar has separated the premieres of its products on several occasions, this is somewhat of a tradition, but the Grand Theft Auto fandom is unbelievably devoted.
According to the PlayTracker report, as many as 44% of GTA 5 owners purchased the game for more than one platform. Let us recall that the production debuted on three generations, but the result remains extremely impressive – in the case of most games this indicator is not even 10%.
Why didn’t #GTA6 come to PC immediately?
According to our data, 44% of GTA V owners have the game on multiple platforms. “Double purchase” is very real.
Why isn't #GTA6 coming to PC yet?
According to our data, 44% of GTA V owners have the game on multiple platforms. The "double dip" is very real. pic.twitter.com/ysxL7EV7Mz
— PlayTracker (@PlayTrackerNet) December 5, 2023
One of the only series that can afford this kind of resolution without having significant, unpleasant repercussions is Grand Theft Auto. Players will first get familiar with the console version before a significant portion of them choose for the PC version.
The problem stems from the technology; according to a study released yesterday by Digital Foundry, GTA 6 will operate at an astounding 30 frames per second on consoles from the current generation. Gamers with strong PCs will likely wish to relive the enjoyment and may choose better versions in the future.