GTA 6
Independent Fan GuideWhen can you play GTA 6, which edition should you buy, and how much space will you need? Start with the release details, then plan your download.
Latest confirmed information
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Get ready for launch
- 1Check your platform
Read the console list and region-specific release information.
- 2Compare prices and extras
Use US PS5 prices as a named example, then check your own store.
- 3Plan the preload
Check the date, code delivery and the space your console requests.
- 4Meet Jason and Lucia
Explore the official character profiles and Leonida overview.
Launch essentials
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Release date & times
GTA 6 launches November 19, 2026. Check the US PS5 unlock time, confirmed consoles, preload date, and what is known about PC.
Prices & editions
Compare GTA 6 Standard and Ultimate at US PS5 prices, check preorder bonuses and GTA+ terms, and understand boxed codes and region restrictions.
Preload & file size
When GTA 6 preload starts, what the 210 GB report does and does not confirm, and how to estimate your download time without assuming a final size.
Official gameplay & story
Watch the official GTA 6 footage, meet Jason and Lucia, and check PlayStation features without treating trailer scenes as tested mechanics.
What is GTA 6?
Grand Theft Auto VI follows Jason and Lucia through Vice City and the wider state of Leonida. Rockstar’s character profiles and official footage introduce the people and places behind the story.
Start with the release guide if you want to know when you can play. The buying guide uses clearly labeled US PS5 prices; players elsewhere should check their own storefront. The download guide explains preload and reported file sizes without treating them as final requirements.
- Developer
- Rockstar Games
- Platforms
- PS5 · Xbox Series X|S
- Genre
- Open-world action adventure
- Setting
- Vice City & Leonida
- Release date
- November 19, 2026
- Preload
- November 12, 2026
Official information checked October 28, 2026.
GameplayExplore the Guide
Release times, buying options, downloads, and the people and places revealed so far.
Release Date
GTA 6 launches November 19, 2026. Check the US PS5 unlock time, confirmed consoles, preload date, and what is known about PC.
Editions
Compare GTA 6 Standard and Ultimate at US PS5 prices, check preorder bonuses and GTA+ terms, and understand boxed codes and region restrictions.
Preload & Download
When GTA 6 preload starts, what the 210 GB report does and does not confirm, and how to estimate your download time without assuming a final size.
Gameplay
Watch the official GTA 6 footage, meet Jason and Lucia, and check PlayStation features without treating trailer scenes as tested mechanics.
Frequently Asked Questions
The practical questions to check before buying and downloading.
When does GTA 6 release?
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Rockstar lists November 19, 2026. The US PS5 listing shows 05:00 UTC: midnight Eastern on November 19 or 9 p.m. Pacific on November 18. Other stores need checking separately.
Will GTA 6 run on PS4 or PC?
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PlayStation says it cannot be played on PS4. The announced consoles are PS5 and Xbox Series X|S; the sources checked do not confirm a PC release date or official PC requirements.
How much does GTA 6 cost?
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On October 28, the US PlayStation page lists Standard at US$79.99 and Ultimate at US$99.99. These are US PS5 examples, not worldwide or Xbox prices.
When does preload start?
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Rockstar Support lists November 12 at local midnight for digital preorders. Boxed buyers need to receive and redeem their code; delivery depends on the retailer.
Is the 210 GB file size official?
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The recent PS5 figure is attributed to PlayStation Game Size. The official sources checked here do not publish it as a final Rockstar requirement, and it does not establish the Xbox size.
Does a boxed copy include a disc?
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The boxed version described by Rockstar contains a download code, not a disc. Standard can be upgraded digitally after the code has been redeemed.
Does GTA+ confirm GTA 6 Online access?
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No GTA 6 Online launch or access terms are established here. The digital purchase offer has its own GTA+ eligibility, claim deadline and automatic renewal terms.
Ready for Vice City?
Choose your edition, prepare your download, and keep the official details close at hand.