Rockstar Games likely will not release a physical version of GTA VI.
Preorders for Grand Theft Auto VI recently opened. Players discovered that the physical edition contains only a download code. Fans contacted Rockstar Games support to ask if the company intends to release full disc versions later.
A screenshot of a support response went viral:
Some players interpreted the message as confirmation of future disc releases. However, a source from The Hollywood Reporter stated otherwise.
The Hollywood Reporter journalist considers the Rockstar Games decision to provide Grand Theft Auto VI only in digital format a death knell for the physical media industry.
The studio expects to release GTA VI this November.
Source: iXBT.games