Self-made millionaire Mark Tilbury has presented a novel argument for the financial prudence of purchasing Grand Theft Auto VI: it could save players $5,000. This perspective, shared via social media, humorously frames the game as an investment in long-term entertainment.
Tilbury's calculation posits that if GTA 6 costs $100 for its potential Ultimate Edition and takes 80 hours to complete, the cost per hour of enjoyment comes to $1.25. This figure decreases to a mere 50 cents per hour when accounting for additional playtime spent on side missions and exploration. He further breaks down the value, suggesting that playing for four hours each evening equates to 50 nights of entertainment. Comparing this to the cost of a single night out, which could easily reach $100, Tilbury concludes that buying GTA 6 effectively saves $5,000.
While clearly a lighthearted take intended for virality, Tilbury's point touches on the rising costs of other leisure activities. Staying home to play a game that offers extensive playtime can indeed represent a more economical form of entertainment than frequenting bars or other social venues. The actual playtime for many players is expected to exceed Tilbury's conservative estimate, especially with the anticipated release of GTA Online 2.0 in 2027.
Grand Theft Auto VI is scheduled for release on November 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with a PC version expected in 2027.