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PS5 Already Winning GTA 6 Battle as PlayStation Drives 64% of GTA Online Spend
A recent data leak reveals that PlayStation platforms account for over 64% of GTA Online's weekly revenue, positioning the PS5 as the leading platform ahead of GTA 6's November 2026 launch.
Grand Theft Auto 6 is shaping up to be a monumental release, and new data suggests Sony's PlayStation ecosystem is poised to dominate.
According to information obtained through a recent Rockstar data breach, PlayStation platforms generate more than 64% of GTA Online's weekly revenue.
The multiplayer juggernaut accumulates nearly $10 million per week across all platforms through Shark Card sales and GTA+ subscriptions.
Surprisingly, the PlayStation 4 still outperforms Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC in terms of active users.
The PlayStation 5's active user count is nearly double that of the PS4, highlighting a massive and engaged player base.
Historically, Sony has enjoyed a close relationship with Rockstar, with the PS2 receiving timed exclusive GTA titles.
During the PS3 era, Microsoft secured timed exclusive DLC for GTA 4, but Sony appears to have reclaimed its advantage.
The second GTA 6 trailer was captured on base PS5 hardware, strongly suggesting the console is the lead development platform.
Industry speculation indicates Sony may hold marketing rights for GTA 6, which would see PS5 branding attached to all commercials and trailers.
With such a dominant player base already embedded in the PlayStation ecosystem, GTA 6 is expected to be a system-seller for the PS5.