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No, GTA 6 will not be $200. Rockstar has set the GTA VI price at $79.99 for the Standard Edition and $99.99 for the Ultimate Edition on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, and preorders have been open at those prices since June 25, 2026. The $200 figure came from speculation before prices were announced, and from people mixing up the game with pricier merchandise. Here's the full picture.
Key Takeaways
- GTA 6 costs $79.99 (Standard) or $99.99 (Ultimate). There is no $200 edition.
- The $200 idea was pre-announcement speculation, not a leak from Rockstar.
- The most expensive official GTA VI product is the $399.99 Vice City Collection, which is merchandise and doesn't include the game.
- Preorders before November 20 get the Vintage Vice City Pack at no extra cost.
- The game launches November 19, 2026.
Where Did the $200 GTA 6 Rumour Come From?
Before Rockstar announced prices, GTA 6 was the most-discussed game in the world, and pricing was a guessing game. Analysts floated the idea that a game this big could justify $100 or more. Social media took those guesses further, and a few viral posts claimed GTA 6 would cost $150 or $200.
None of those claims came from Rockstar or Take-Two. Take-Two's chief executive Strauss Zelnick said the company wanted the price to feel "very reasonable" for what players get. When preorders opened on June 25, 2026, the real numbers settled it.
The Real GTA VI Price
| Edition | US | UK | Europe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Edition | $79.99 | £69.99 | €79.99 |
| Ultimate Edition | $99.99 | £89.99 | €99.99 |
Even the Ultimate Edition stays under $100. Our full breakdown of the price of GTA 6 explains what each edition includes.
Could You Still End Up Spending $200 on GTA 6?
Only if you choose to. A few ways the total can climb:
- Buying the Ultimate Edition ($99.99) plus a new controller or storage for launch.
- Paying for a subscription later if you want to play a future online mode, which Rockstar hasn't detailed yet.
- Buying merchandise. The $399.99 Vice City Collection is a physical collectible set, and it doesn't include the game.
- Buying from resellers at inflated prices. Don't. Digital copies never sell out.
The game itself tops out at $99.99.
Is GTA 6 Worth $80?
It's $10 more than most new console games, which is why the price made headlines. But GTA games are played for years, not weeks. Previews after the August Extended Look describe a long campaign and a map far bigger than GTA V's. Spread across that many hours, $79.99 is good value compared with most entertainment.
If budget matters, get the Standard Edition and preorder before November 20 for the free Vintage Vice City Pack.
How to Avoid Overpaying
- Buy from official stores: PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, the Rockstar Store or major retailers.
- Ignore listings above the official price. It's not a limited release.
- Check whether a retailer offers a small discount on boxed copies. Remember the box contains a download code, not a disc.
- Skip third-party "key" sites for console codes. Region-locked or revoked codes are common.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is GTA 6 going to be $200?
No. The Standard Edition is $79.99 and the Ultimate Edition is $99.99.
What is the most expensive version of GTA 6?
The Ultimate Edition at $99.99. The $399.99 Vice City Collection is merchandise and doesn't include the game.
Why did people think GTA 6 would cost $200?
It was speculation before Rockstar announced prices. No official source ever suggested $200.
Will GTA 6 go up in price after launch?
There's no sign of that. Game prices usually stay the same or drop over time.
When can I buy GTA 6?
Preorders are open now. The game launches November 19, 2026.