GTA 6 Delay Significantly Impacts Console Market — Analysts

Ampere Analysis analysts have calculated that the postponement of GTA 6 will lead to 700,000 fewer PS5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles sold this year than previously forecast, along with 21 million fewer game sales. As a result, the console market will lose out on $2.7 billion in revenue. The overall growth of the video game industry in 2025 is expected to be just 0.9%, though it is projected to rise to 2.2% the following year. The causes cited are inflation and increased competition. Companies are expected to be more selective and focused on efficiency.

The report also notes that the delay of Grand Theft Auto VI will boost Nintendo Switch 2 sales during the Christmas season. According to experts, the first model of the hybrid console is often a second device for PlayStation 5 owners. Despite differences in content, they still compete in the same competitive sphere.

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