It was long thought that there would be a long delay between the console and PC releases of Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA V was released on consoles two years before the PC port); However, the unprecedented times facing the PC and console hardware markets may be enough to pressure Rockstar to move up the release of GTA VI for PC, according to recent rumors. In a recent appearance on the VGC Podcast, Andy Robinson mentioned during a discussion about the current gaming hardware situation that he believes they will “push the PC version.” above,” in reference to GTA VI. He went on to say that “there’s a little bit of noise about it. That perhaps the PC version will arrive sooner than some people might expect, simply because of everything that’s going on,” suggesting that high demand, some of which is induced by GTA VI itself, may prompt Rockstar Games to release the PC port sooner. Even discounting the alleged internal chatter Robinson cited, there’s some reason to assume that GTA VI could be handled differently, and the current DRAM crisis is only part of the explanation. Aside from data center-induced demand, the next GTA VI’s release has apparently sparked sky-high console prices after PlayStation 5 Pro retail stock disappeared overnight, and a restocking was accompanied by a price increase of over $400. Analysts and retailers have also predicted that console stock will be depleted when GTA VI finally launches in November. With evidence supporting these claims, it makes sense that Rockstar could release GTA VI on PC to sell more units early in the year. game life cycle.
