Business● LowOct 20 · Oct 20, 2026, 9:30 PM
Grand Theft Auto VI Launch Could Cost US Economy $1 Billion In Lost Productivity
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from z1043.iheart.com · United States · North America
The upcoming launch of Grand Theft Auto VI is projected to potentially cost the US economy $1 billion in lost productivity. This estimate highlights the significant economic impact of major video game releases.
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