GTA 6 Collector’s Box Costs US$400 and Doesn’t Include the Game

The US$400 Grand Theft Auto VI collector's box, called the "Goodtime State — Vice City Collection," has been announced by Rockstar Games, but it notably does not include the game itself. This premium package includes exclusive merchandise inspired by the game's setting, such as collectibles, clothing accessories, pins, stickers, a poster featuring the region's map, and various other items.

The box is currently available through Rockstar's official store in limited quantities and does not contain a physical game disc or digital download code, meaning buyers interested in playing the game must purchase it separately. The omission of the game from the package has become the primary focus of criticism, considering the high price tag typically associated with collector's editions.

Rockstar has previously released a similar merchandise-focused collector's box for Red Dead Redemption 2 in 2018, which also excluded the game. The new collection follows this established approach, applying it to one of the most anticipated releases in Rockstar's history. The collection includes items like a figure of Macca the alligator, Oakley Frogskins sunglasses, a Leonida Keys fanny pack, and a double-sided souvenir poster displaying the game's map.

While some fans express excitement about owning these specific collectibles, many reactions from the gaming community express indignation, arguing that the price does not justify the merchandise alone. Rockstar and its parent company, Take-Two Interactive, have previously applied this pricing strategy to a collector's box for Red Dead Redemption 2, which also excluded the game.