GTA 6 could cost Australian employers $70M+
Short answer: A PR expert estimates that if just 1 in 100 of Australia’s 14 million workers calls in sick for GTA 6, that is about 140,000 lost workdays, or over $70 million at roughly $500 output a day. Payroll firm Deputy warns some may also take time off to download the 210 GB game early.
By Jake Morrison · Sources checked by GTA6Geek Editorial · Published · Last updated · 4 min read
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The estimate
| Input | Figure |
|---|---|
| Australian workers | 14 million |
| Assumed sick-day rate | 1 in 100 |
| Lost workdays | About 140,000 |
| Average output per day | About $500 |
| Possible cost | Over $70 million |
Eitan Soloducho added that staff who do show up may be distracted. Ciaran Hale of payroll company Deputy said disruption could start earlier, with people taking time off to download the reported 210 GB game.
Is this real? Reported, but not confirmed by Rockstar yet
Who said it: PR expert Eitan Soloducho and Deputy CTO Ciaran Hale, reported by SSBCrack. Sources: 1 (SSBCrack). Our view: an estimate based on assumptions, not measured data. Checked: 31 Oct 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
How much could GTA 6 cost Australia?
One estimate says over $70 million if 1% of workers call in sick.
When does GTA 6 unlock in Australia?
19 November 2026; see our release time page for local times.
Is the $70 million figure confirmed?
No, it is an estimate.
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