Newzoo Forecasts Stagnant Console Earnings in 2026 Without GTA 6 Launch
In a candid interview at Gamescom 2026, Emmanuel “Manu” Rosier, Newzoo’s director of market intelligence, warned that the console ecosystem would essentially break even with the previous year if Rockstar Games does not deliver Grand Theft Auto VI in 2026. According to Rosier, the upcoming blockbuster is the sole catalyst that will push console earnings upward, with the next‑generation Nintendo Sw…
Aug. 27, 2026, 12:22 p.m.