Some physical GTA 6 boxes are missing codes, with Rockstar refusing to help
Some sealed copies appear to lack a redemption code, and others expose it through the box, prompting refund disputes and support complaints, fans said.
- Some players report that physical copies of Grand Theft Auto 6 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X shipped without redemption codes, while others found codes visible through sealed boxes using a flashlight.
- Rockstar Games opted for an all-digital release, angering fans who prefer traditional physical discs; Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick previously stated that digital media is "much more convenient" than physical releases.
- Frustration has mounted as retailers like Best Buy refused refunds for affected buyers, while users report that Rockstar allegedly closed support tickets without providing a solution.
- Theft risks have increased for console owners because codes are visible through some packaging, creating security concerns just days before the game's November 19 release.
- The ongoing issues underscore the debate over Take-Two and Rockstar's definition of a "physical" game; affected players hope for resolution before launch.
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Some physical GTA 6 boxes are missing codes, with Rockstar refusing to help
Flaws with the GTA 6 code-in-box approach are being discovered days before its release date. Some sealed retail cases shipped without the Xbox or PlayStation Store redemption inside. Buyers of the disc-less Xbox and PS5 versions have unsuccessfully requested refunds from Rockstar and retailers.
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