Rockstar Games has unveiled a premium collector's box for Grand Theft Auto VI, priced at $400, which has ignited a significant backlash from the game's fanbase. The "Grand Theft Auto VI: The Goodtime State – Vice City Collection" does not include the game itself but is packed with merchandise inspired by a fictional in-game television show. Contents include a pink alligator statue, enamel pins, a double-sided poster, Oakley sunglasses, a shot glass, and vinyl.
The collector's box is slated to release on November 19, coinciding with the game's launch. However, the unusual offering and its steep price point have been met with widespread disapproval on social media platforms. Many fans expressed disappointment that the expensive bundle omits the actual game.
"Bros come on, could’ve included the game at least for that price," commented one user on Twitter. Others criticized the aesthetic, with one Bluesky user stating, "Everything about GTA VI’s marketing campaign feels like it’s tailor-made for people who finance everything on Kalshi." The sentiment was echoed by another user who called the inclusion of "useless garbage for $400" and the absence of the game "insane."
A common point of contention is the focus on merchandise from a fictional TV show, "Macca the Gator," rather than items directly related to the main protagonists, Jason and Lucia, or the core GTA 6 experience. "We wanted Jason and Lucia — and we got an alligator instead," lamented one fan, adding a crying emoji to their tweet. Some fans also expressed a desire for more direct GTA 6 or franchise-related memorabilia, and questioned the brand of accessories included.
"This is the first time I have had the money to buy the Rockstar Collector’s Edition, which I had been waiting for, but it is disappointing and not worth it," shared another fan. While some acknowledged liking the collection's theme, they also wished for a more direct connection to the game's characters and a lower price point, suggesting alternative items like a T-shirt or different brand of sunglasses could improve value.
Fans are hopeful that Rockstar may reconsider the pricing or offer alternative merchandise collections at a later date. However, it is unlikely that the price of this particular collector's box will decrease significantly.