Rumors are swirling that Grand Theft Auto 6 might launch at $80, following Xbox's hint that new first-party games could start at $79.99. Former PlayStation exec Shuhei Yoshida weighs in, blaming rising production costs and inflation for the price hike. While some studios are leaning on remakes to boost profits, Yoshida points to smaller teams creating quality games on tighter budgets. As the gaming world grapples with these changes, the conversation about game pricing and development is heating up, with GTA 6 leading the charge.
Published on: 5/8/2025
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