GTA 6 Collector's Box Under Scrutiny
Rockstar Games recently unveiled a Grand Theft Auto 6-themed collector's box priced at $400, which has quickly become a point of contention within the gaming community. As reported by Kotaku on September 28, the expensive collector's edition notably omits a physical copy of the game itself. Instead, the box contains merchandise inspired by a fictional in-game TV show, including a cartoon gator statue named "Macca the Gator," sunglasses, and a crossbody bag. This decision has not resonated well with many fans, who expressed disappointment over the high cost coupled with the absence of the actual game disc.
Fan Creates 3D-Printable 'Macca the Gator' in Protest
The widespread dissatisfaction has prompted a direct response from at least one fan. Cults3D user Jouhna117, as spotted by T5G on Twitter and reported by Kotaku, has meticulously recreated the "Macca the Gator" statue and made the 3D model available for download. While the official statue is exclusive to the $400 collector's box, Jouhna117 is charging less than $2 for their fan-made replica. The fan's motivation behind this creation is explicitly clear: a message etched onto the bottom of the 3D model reads, "$400 and no disc? FUCK YOU ROCKSTAR." Jouhna117 further elaborated on their frustration on the model's page, stating, "Rockstar, if you're reading this, like, $400 USD and no disc—what's up, man." The fan-created model stands 16 cm tall and is recommended for resin printing.
Community Desires and Pre-order Status
Beyond the price and the lack of a physical disc, many fans have voiced their preference for collector's items that more directly reference the game's protagonists, Jason and Lucia, or iconic Vice City landmarks, rather than merchandise from an unseen cartoon series. Despite the significant fan backlash, the $400 collector's box was still available for pre-order on Rockstar's official website as of September 28, according to Kotaku. The overall sentiment among a segment of the fanbase suggests that this particular collector's edition does not align with their expectations for a premium Grand Theft Auto offering.
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