GTA VI pre-orders reveal PlayStation 5's massive lead over Xbox Series

GTA VI has become one of the most anticipated video games in years. Pre-orders for the title opened on 25 June 2023, ahead of its planned release on 19 November 2023. Fans have shown immense interest in the upcoming Rockstar Games title. IGN reported that its readers pre-ordered the PlayStation 5 version of GTA VI far more than the Xbox Series version. The ratio stood at 8-to-1 in favour of PS5. However, IGN clarified that its data comes from affiliate link tracking and does not reflect the broader gaming community.

Microsoft acknowledged record pre-order numbers for GTA VI on its platforms. Yet the company stated that IGN’s figures do not represent official pre-order data. The disparity in pre-orders may also relate to console sales, with PS5 lifetime units exceeding 93 million compared to an estimated 35 million for Xbox Series consoles.

Rockstar Games has confirmed that GTA VI 'plays best' on PS5. Sony and Rockstar have also formed a marketing partnership for the game, likely boosting its visibility among PlayStation users. The game’s release date remains set for 19 November 2023. Sony’s partnership with Rockstar and the PS5’s larger user base appear to influence pre-order trends. Official sales figures will clarify the full picture after launch.