The $200 billion question: can storage keep up with GTA VI?

As the launch of Grand Theft Auto VI draws near, fans are eager to know how much storage space the game will require. Recent insider claims suggest that GTA VI will be around 200GB, but this has not been officially confirmed by Rockstar Games or Take-Two Interactive.

We take a closer look at the storage estimates and what it means for gamers.

A 200GB behemoth: what does it mean for console storage?

At the time of writing, it is ARK: Survival Evolved (and its remastered version, ARK: Survival Ascended) that take up the most storage on consoles, needing a whopping 400GB of free space. I am no expert, but I do not believe that Grand Theft Auto VI will reach these heights, but according to recent insider claims, it could still do quite some damage to our storage.

According to GTA 6 Intel in a post that has since been taken down, Grand Theft Auto VI will be just under 200GB, with other sources also corroborating this claim. Of course, this rumor has not been officially confirmed by Rockstar Games or Take-Two Interactive, and it was already clear to fans that GTA VI will be quite demanding when it comes to storage.

A whopping 200GB is quite extensive,and fellow fans were quick to share their thoughts in the comments. People acting surprised like Red Dead Redemption 2 wasn't 120GB and this game's going to have a bigger open world and look better, one comment read.

The PC conundrum: will gamers be left in the cold?

With Grand Theft Auto VI expected to launch on both Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 this November, it is PC gamers that will be missing out for the first few months of the game's lifespan. At the time of writing, there is currently no information regarding the PC release date for Grand Theft Auto VI, but there is also no doubt that fans will also be clearing out their storage ready for the day it finally does.

What auditors flagged in the May filing?

While we wait for official confirmation from Rockstar Games, fans are left to speculate about the game's storage requirements. Some are taking a wait-and-see approach, while others are already making space for the game.

One thing is certain: with GTA VI's massive open world and improved graphics, it's going to be a storage-intensive experience. whether or not gamers will be able to accommodate the game's demands remains to be seen.

Who will be left in the dust?

As the launch of Grand Theft Auto VI approaches, gamers are left to wonder if their console storage will be ready for the game's massive file size. While some fans are taking a gamble and clearing out their storage, others are waiting for official confirmation before making any moves.

One thing is certain: with GTA VI's massive open world and improved graphics, it's going to be a storage-intensive experience. Whether or not gamers will be able to accommodate the game's demands remains to be seen.