GTA 6 Anticipated to Earn $1.3 Billion on Launch Day

Ned Luke, the voice actor behind Michael De Santa in Grand Theft Auto (GTA) 5, has shared his excitement and predictions for the highly anticipated GTA 6. He reassures fans that the game will be well worth the wait and even makes bold claims about its potential sales. Dive in to discover what to expect from GTA 6 and the latest on its development.

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GTA 5 Actor Expects GTA 6 to Make $1.3 Billion On Its First Day

In a recent interview with the YouTube channel Fall Damage, Ned Luke expressed his belief that GTA 6 is set to make a staggering $1.3 billion on its first day of sales. Luke, who brings Michael De Santa to life, emphasized the unpredictable nature of Rockstar Games, stating, "What I tell people is, be patient. It's going to be worth the wait. From what I've seen, it's going to be amazing." He highlighted that GTA 5 raked in over $800 million within its first 24 hours back in 2013, and confidently predicted that GTA 6 would surpass these figures significantly.

According to projections by DFC Intelligence, GTA 6 is expected to sell over 40 million copies and generate $3.2 billion in its first year, with a remarkable $1 billion coming solely from pre-orders.

The Future Of GTA 5 Characters In GTA 6

Luke also provided insights into the potential return of GTA 5 characters in future games. While Michael has not yet appeared in GTA Online, unlike Trevor and Franklin, Luke hinted at the possibility of Michael featuring in a speculated final DLC for GTA Online or even making an appearance in GTA 6. Steven Ogg, the voice of Trevor, shared with ScreenRant in January 2025 his vision for Trevor's role in GTA 6, suggesting a dramatic "passing the torch" moment at the game's outset.

"Maybe [Michael, Franklin, and Trevor will be] in GTA 6, like [its online mode]. Maybe. Maybe not. You know Rockstar is not going to tell you anything. And if we say anything, you know they will not be very happy," Luke remarked. Despite the enthusiasm from both actors about reprising their roles, no official word has been released on whether these characters will appear in GTA 6.

GTA 6 May Be At Its Testing Phase

Mike York, a former animator at Rockstar Games, indicated that GTA 6 might currently be in its in-house testing phase. In a now-deleted interview with YouTuber Kiwi Talkz, as reported by GamesRadar, York emphasized the game's uniqueness and unpredictability. "There are a lot of things that can happen that you don't really think about until some random kid in his basement tries it, you know? You really don't," he stated, underscoring the innovative nature of GTA 6.

York believes that the game is likely still being refined with additional features being added. He also speculated that the game is at a stage where it can be played and that numerous testers may have already experienced it.

Rockstar Games unveiled GTA 6 with a trailer in December 2023 but has remained tight-lipped since. Reports from Take-Two Interactive’s Financial Report in 2024 suggested a Fall 2025 release, though no specific date has been officially announced.

Stay tuned to our Grand Theft Auto 6 page for the latest updates on the game.