GTA Fans Are Buzzing Over a Rumored Pre-Order Announcement for GTA 6, But Doubts Are Growing

Last week, fans of the Grand Theft Auto series were buzzing with excitement over reports that Best Buy was set to launch pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto VI today. However, as the clock struck 10 AM ET and no pre-orders appeared, the excitement began to fade, leading many to suspect that the rumors stemmed from a Best Buy mix-up.

The GTA community has a history of getting worked up over wild theories about GTA 6 updates—like analyzing foot traffic at tea cafes or the positions of planets in the sky. Yet, this pre-order rumor had a ring of truth to it. Multiple individuals shared emails from Best Buy offering a 5-percent discount for those pre-ordering physical copies of GTA 6 between May 18 and May 21. Some even went to great lengths to prove the emails were genuine, with one person livestreaming their email opening. A whole Reddit thread emerged with users showcasing their evidence.

But with no pre-orders available today, anxiety is creeping back in. This concern was fueled by a post on GTAForums from a user claiming that “internal company emails suggest that Best Buy has got it wrong and no pre-orders will be launching today.” While this could be dismissed as just another random post, forum moderators have confirmed that this user is credible and likely has access to internal Best Buy communications.

The disappointment among fans is palpable, leading them to scour for any hint of pre-orders, whether today or in the near future. One user noted that the Xbox GTA 6 page was updated just last night, which could mean something—though what exactly remains unclear. Additionally, someone believes they’ve uncovered what might be the official GTA 6 page on Walmart’s website, but its significance is still a mystery.

Others are coping with the situation through memes, as is often the case in the gaming community.

Despite the current uncertainty, fans have every reason to expect news soon. Take-Two has consistently indicated that marketing for GTA 6 would ramp up this summer, and we’re already well into May. Sony has also been sending out marketing emails encouraging players to grab a PS5 for GTA 6. It’s been over a year since any official information about the game was released, and tomorrow marks exactly six months until the anticipated release date of November 19. Plus, Take-Two’s earnings call is scheduled for Thursday, providing another chance for eager fans to catch a hint about the game.

It feels like something significant regarding GTA 6 could surface at any moment, but even when it does, we still have a long wait ahead before all this anticipation is finally unleashed in Los Santos. Stay patient, everyone.