Hold on to your controllers! Microsoft is pushing back against claims that Grand Theft Auto 6 is flying off the shelves on PlayStation 5 way more than on Xbox. Why is this a big deal? Well, these numbers supposedly showed PS5 pre-orders outpacing Xbox by eight times, but Microsoft says those figures don’t represent actual pre-order data.
The buzz started when IGN tweeted that their community data suggested PS5 had a massive lead in GTA 6 pre-orders compared to Xbox Series X/S. But Microsoft quickly countered this, indicating that the data came from affiliate links, which might not paint the full picture. They emphasized that Xbox is seeing record orders too, so maybe hold off on declaring a winner just yet.
In related news, the gaming community is buzzing with discussions about the future of physical game copies. With reports that GTA 6 might launch without a disc, just a download code, some are wondering if this signals the end of second-hand game sales. This drama adds to the excitement as fans eagerly await the game’s release on November 19th. While you’re waiting, why not check out some top PlayStation deals or look into the Xbox buying advice?
Keep an eye on official sales figures for the real scoop and maybe start thinking about whether you’ll go digital or hold out for a disc!
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