Overview

• Nintendo has confirmed that select Switch 2 games will cost $80 for digital versions and up to $90 for physical copies, setting a higher price precedent for the industry.
• Industry analysts predict that Rockstar Games could price Grand Theft Auto 6 at $100 or more, with special editions potentially reaching $250.
• Fans and commentators express concerns that Nintendo's pricing strategy may normalize higher prices for AAA games, including GTA 6.
• Rockstar is expected to evaluate market responses to Nintendo's pricing before finalizing GTA 6's cost, with the game slated for a Fall 2025 release.
• GTA 6 is anticipated to be one of the most commercially successful games of the decade, potentially influencing long-term pricing trends in the gaming industry.