Sony's GTA Exclusivity Driven by Concerns Over Xbox Competition
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Sony's concern over the original Xbox led to a strategic exclusivity deal with Take-Two for the Grand Theft Auto series, according to PlayStation veteran Chris Deering. This move, aimed at securing a competitive edge, resulted in GTA III and its successors being initially exclusive to PlayStation, which proved beneficial as the franchise gained massive popularity. Although the exclusivity ended with GTA 4, Sony continued to collaborate with Rockstar on special deals, such as the PS4 announcement of GTA 5.
- PlayStation Was "Worried" About Xbox, Which Prompted GTA Exclusivity Deals GameSpot
- PlayStation 2's GTA exclusivity came because Sony was "worried when we saw Xbox coming" and "it wasn't clear that Grand Theft Auto 3 was going to be as huge as it was" Gamesradar
- Sony Signed an Exclusivity Deal for GTA 3, Vice City, and San Andreas Because It Was 'Worried' About Xbox, Former Exec Reveals IGN
- Grand Theft Auto 3, Vice City, San Andreas PlayStation Exclusivity Deal Was Signed Partially Due to Sony Being Worried About Xbox Wccftech
- GTA Was Exclusive To PlayStation Because Sony Was "Worried" About Xbox Insider Gaming
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