'No collector's edition?': as GTA 6 pre-orders go live, Rockstar could face scrutiny if it pulls the same move as it did with Red Dead Redemption 2

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Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:24:43 +0000

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We've yet to hear word of a collector's edition for Rockstar's upcoming GTA
6, but that doesn't mean we won't get one... it just might be a little different than some fans are hoping

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter The day we've been waiting
years for has finally arrived. Rockstar Games has finally given word on GTA 6 pre-orders (spoiler: they're happening now), as well as pricing information and a torrent of new screenshots , but fans have highlighted a notable omission.

We were asked in a comment on our TikTok announcing the news whether or not
we knew of a collector's edition in the works and we don't, with Rockstar staying quiet on the matter but there's at least some reason to believe that we won't see one that includes a physical copy. @techradar

original sound - TechRadar That reason is an entirely different game; Red Dead Redemption 2 (RDR2) , the last game developed by Rockstar. Instead of a collector's edition including a physical copy, fans received a collector's
box priced at $99.99 / 89.99 with "outlaw essentials" inspired by the Van der Linde gang. Latest Videos From Watch full video here:

These included various themed items like a metal tithing box, a bandana,
pins, and more, all neat, but notably, there was no digital content included. Bundles were available that included a hard copy, but officially speaking, these were distinct and separate products. It was met with mixed feelings; some fans liked the focus on real-world collectibles rather than in-game content, but others at least wanted a unique game box to (Image credit: Rockstar Games) So, will we see a collector's box for GTA 6? Well, reader, I've got no clue. It's been a long eight years since RDR2, an even longer 12 years since GTA 5, and it's a whole different ball/car theft game in 2025. In our pre-order live blog, our Managing Editor, Gaming and Streaming, speculates: You may like I made a big error when buying Red Dead Redemption 2
here's how to avoid the same trap with GTA 6 GTA 6 pre-orders live UK pre-orders go live soon, plus all the best links, price information, and tips GTA 6 UK pre-orders are live, and we finally have a price

Could it be that Rockstar only wants to launch digitally initially in order
to avoid any risks about leaks or something, but then come again later with a special edition or collector's edition that's 'properly' physical I could
see that happening. People would buy it twice, too.
I think we're about to witness a game pre-order situation that is like no other, ever; it'll transcend any other game pre-order logic, pattern, or situation, so the idea of Rockstar coming later with a collector's edition or physical copy to coincide with a later beat, such as GTA 6 Online, or a PC release, is very much something I can see. Rob Dwiar Managing Editor, Gaming and Streaming Indeed, GTA 6 already stands to shape the market. Its pricing alone has been a huge point of interest , with analysts putting early predictions at over $100; it's safe to say that would have been the real kicker here, even if a collector's edition would be appreciated by many fans.

Who knows, perhaps Rockstar is going all-in on the digital future and scrapping all physical media, including merchandise. I mean, I'd be
surprised, but it's not beyond the realms of imagination that we'd see fewer publishers making their own merch and offloading the effort onto third-party providers. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

Still, I sincerely hope that's not the case; whether it's a collector's edition with a physical disc, a game code, or just a box filled with junk I can shove on a shelf to proudly show in the background of my Zoom calls, there's plenty of demand for collector's items. Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our expert news, reviews, and opinion in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button! The best gaming consoles All the best consoles of this generation

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