The co-founder of Warhorse Studios, Martin Klima, is openly hoping that the monumental launch of Grand Theft Auto 6 will trigger a much-needed increase in game prices across the industry. Klima believes that the current pricing model is unsustainable and that a significant price jump, potentially spurred by GTA 6’s anticipated success and high development costs, is not only ‘long overdue’ but also ‘necessary for this business to survive.’ This sentiment suggests a broader industry concern that the escalating costs of game development are outpacing revenue generated by traditional game sales, making titles like Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and the upcoming GTA 6 increasingly difficult to fund and profit from without a shift towards higher base prices.
Adapted from: Eurogamer.net News Feed
