Industry analysts say the decision to release Grand Theft Auto VI without a disc version won't have a significant impact on the game's sales. Rockstar confirmed that the physical version will ship with a digital download code inside the box.
Chris Dring from The Game Business believes the decision benefits Rockstar, allowing them to work on the game until launch without duplication and distribution concerns. However, it may negatively impact retailers and second-hand sellers.
Mat Piscatella from Circana agrees the decision won't affect sales much, but suggests it could be a positive for retailers catering to players without disc drives. He notes that digital-only consoles have grown in popularity, and the shift towards digital distribution continues to grow.
