Key Takeaways
1. Jay Klaitz, voice actor for Lester Crest, supports a $100 price point for Grand Theft Auto VI due to the extensive effort involved in its development.
2. He emphasizes that the lengthy production process of GTA games results in rich content that feels like “multiple games” for players.
3. Rockstar Games has been actively working on GTA VI since finishing GTA V, highlighting the significant time commitment required for high-quality game development.
4. The game’s production includes extensive motion capture work, similar to what was done for GTA V, enhancing the gameplay experience.
5. GTA VI is scheduled for release on May 26, 2026, for Xbox Series S|X and PlayStation 5, with a PC version to follow later.
Grand Theft Auto V’s Heist Mastermind Lester Crest’s voice actor, Jay Klaitz, recently shared his thoughts on the possible pricing for Grand Theft Auto VI, advocating for a $100 price point. Klaitz believes that the immense effort Rockstar Games invested in creating GTA VI makes this price reasonable.
Insights from Jay Klaitz
In an exclusive talk with The Escapist on October 29, Klaitz discussed the demanding production that goes into making GTA games. He highlighted that the years spent on development along with the rich content updates after launch make these titles feel like “multiple games when you buy the one.”
Speculation has been swirling about GTA VI possibly launching at a price of $100. When asked if he thinks Grand Theft Auto VI should be sold at that price, Klaitz remarked:
“Yeah, dude. I mean, GTA V was so heavy on the mo-cap. I assume that GTA VI will be the same way, and these games take so long to make. Years and years and years.”
The Production Process
Klaitz emphasized that Rockstar hasn’t been idling. After finishing GTA V, they jumped straight into developing GTA VI. He noted that creating games like these requires a significant amount of time. “This sh*t takes forever,” he said, pointing out that similar to GTA V, the upcoming game will have various versions, downloadable content, and an online component.
He mentioned that when players buy one game, they’re almost getting multiple experiences in return. Klaitz also expressed a desire for the game to be accessible to a wider audience, acknowledging the need for affordability, but still feeling that the price is justified.
Motion Capture and Future Plans
Klaitz detailed the extensive motion capture work for GTA V, which occurred in studios on Long Island, New York. The actors engaged in full-mo-cap scenes, like Lester getting out of his car or navigating through scaled “skeleton” sets.
GTA Online’s regular updates and expansions have kept the team busy for years, with work spanning days to weeks. Klaitz anticipates that similar strategies will be in place for GTA VI, which is set to release on May 26, 2026, for Xbox Series S|X and PlayStation 5, with a PC version planned for a later date.