Insider's Updated Prediction
The same insider who accurately forecasted the absence of a disc in the initial physical release has now stated that a disc-based version will appear before the end of the year. Polish outlet PPE relayed the information from the source known as Graczdari.
Launch Physical Edition Details
Pre-order details released overnight confirm that physical copies at launch will include a code for redemption on PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X/S rather than an actual disc. The insider's earlier report attributed the decision to concerns over leaks, though Take-Two's Strauss Zelnick previously dismissed related speculation.
Potential Advantages if True
A delayed disc release could give Rockstar additional protection against leaks, tighter price control, and reduced second-hand sales while creating a fresh marketing opportunity near the holiday period. The source does not address whether any such edition would be limited to the higher-priced Ultimate Edition.