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GTA 6 sales projected to shatter records with 40 million units in first year

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Grand Theft Auto 6 is projected to achieve unprecedented sales figures, with estimates suggesting 35 million copies sold by April 2027 and 40 million within its first year of release in November 2026. These projections are driven by a larger install base of current-generation consoles, robust digital distribution, and significant marketing potential through influencers. Take-Two Interactive's financial guidance also reflects strong confidence in the game, with CEO Strauss Zelnick identifying GTA 6 as the primary driver for projected net bookings. AI

RANK_REASON The article discusses projected sales figures for a highly anticipated video game release that are expected to set new industry records. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.0]

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GTA 6 sales projected to shatter records with 40 million units in first year

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Brian Mazique, Contributor ·

    GTA 6 Sales Estimates Point To A Record No Game Has Hit

    GTA 6 sales estimates from Piper Sandler and DFC Intelligence project 35 to 40 million copies in year one. Here's how the numbers compare to GTA 5's records.

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