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Ubisoft's multiplayer sailing game "Skull and Bones" has received mixed-poor critical reviews and has only garnered around 850,000 players in its first week, including those on a free trial. With a decade-long development cost of around $200 million, the game's full price of $70 and focus on live-service elements have been criticized, leading to concerns about the company's ability to recoup its investment.
Grand Theft Auto 6 is rumored to be the most expensive video game ever made, with development costs alone reportedly exceeding $250 million. When factoring in marketing and other expenses, the total budget could easily surpass $1 billion. Despite the risks of such a large investment, the highly anticipated game is expected to generate enough revenue to recover the costs. Rockstar Games is known for its attention to detail, which can contribute to a longer development time and higher equipment and salary costs.