Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A new study says New Mexico could spend about $1.38 million in lost wages. The loss due to the expectation that more than 5,700 people may take off work to play Grand Theft Auto Six. Gamers have waited 13 years for the new installment. The study estimated those callouts would cost the state about $1.38 million in wages. Anders Hansen, Assistant manager at a local GameStop said people including his customers and friends plan to take time off work for the new game. He noted the game’s anticipation spans demographics. Across the country, the study says the game could cost more than $300 million in lost wages.
Grand theft of a workday
Nov 9, 2026 | 3:59 PM








