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GTA 6 reveal causes Xbox and PlayStation sales to jump by a third

The reveal of GTA 6 has sparked a significant surge in console sales across platforms. Both Xbox and PlayStation experienced a jump of roughly one-third in sales following the announcement, according to The Game Business.

The spike underscores the massive draw of Rockstar’s flagship franchise and its ability to drive hardware demand. Players looking to prepare for the game’s arrival are clearly making their purchasing decisions now, banking on having the right platform ready.

For those waiting to play GTA 6, this sales momentum signals strong industry confidence in the title and shows just how much anticipation surrounds the release. The console surge suggests the player base is gearing up, meaning you won’t be alone diving into whatever Vice City has in store.

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