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GTA 6 Tops Most Anticipated Games List for 2026
Grand Theft Auto 6 leads TechRadar's 14 most anticipated games of 2026, expected to push current console hardware limits, especially on PlayStation 5 Pro. Rockstar's project is set for a late 2026 launch, potentially becoming the biggest in gaming history.
Excitement builds around graphical options and performance on PS5.
GTA 6 Predicted to Drive Double-Digit Console Growth
GTA 6 will boost console sales with double-digit growth in North America and Europe, selling hardware and increasing software attach rates. Launching late 2026, it provides a major lift to the ecosystem despite timing limitations.
Sony positioned to capture 75% of the windfall on current-gen consoles.
AI Bubble Expected to Pop, Resetting Gaming Industry
The AI bubble in gaming is predicted to burst in 2026, impacting the industry directly and indirectly without profound prior effects. Shift from buzzwords to scalable AI products urged for sustainable value.
Microsoft may face divestment pressures, though unlikely in 2026.
PC Gaming Hardware Prices Set to Rise in 2026
NVIDIA RTX 5090 rumored at $5,000, with GPUs, RAM, and SSDs facing AI-driven shortages and higher costs. High-end PC gaming drifts to luxury status; mid-range prices follow top-end hikes.
Overall PC builds become more expensive due to components and cooling needs.
Mobile Gaming Forecasts Meager 2-4% Growth in 2026
Mobile gaming anticipates slim 2-4% growth with no major Western releases, battling declining installs via monetization. Calls for fewer bubbles, sustainable niches rejecting aggressive monetization.
Industry urged to prove AI value through profitable case studies.