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Can I resell a digital game?

Unfortunately, digital games like GTA 6, which comes with a download code instead of a disc, generally cannot be resold. When you buy a digital game, you're usually purchasing a licence to play it, not the game itself. This licence is tied to your account and cannot be transferred to someone else, unlike a physical disc you own.

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GTA 6 launches on 19 November for £69.99, with no disc in the box

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