A recent report has people talking after suggesting that Microsoft is quietly increasing production of the Xbox Series X and Series S ahead of Grand Theft Auto VI. Nothing has been confirmed by the company, but the idea lines up with what many in the industry already expect. GTA 6 is shaping up to be the kind of release that can move hardware on its own, and Microsoft appears to be preparing for that moment.
The idea is not far fetched. The Xbox Series generation has been steady rather than explosive, but a new GTA launch changes the landscape in a way few games can. The last time the industry saw a major shift like this was in 2013, when GTA V arrived and helped push both the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 into a massive early sales run. With GTA 6 set for November 19, 2026, the timing makes sense for a ramp up in supply.
Microsoft has not spoken publicly about any changes to production, but the report suggests the company is planning ahead for a wave of returning players. That would include current Xbox users looking to upgrade as well as players who may buy a new console specifically for GTA 6. It also sets the Series X and Series S up as competitive options against the PS5 and PS5 Pro, both of which are expected to promote GTA 6 heavily during the 2026 holiday season.
