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The release date: 19 November 2026
GTA 6 launches on Thursday 19 November 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Rockstar
That's the third date it has had. Rockstar first said "Fall 2025", then set 26 May 2026, and in November 2025 moved it to 19 November 2026. Take-Two has repeated the November date since, including after pre-orders opened. Rockstar
| When | What |
|---|---|
| 4/5 Dec 2023 | Trailer 1. 93 million views in 24 hours, the biggest video-game reveal in YouTube history at the time. |
| 6 May 2025 | Trailer 2, plus Rockstar's official website with the first character and place bios. |
| 25 Jun 2026 | Pre-orders open. |
| 27 Aug 2026 | An Extended Look: about 26 minutes of gameplay, captured on PS5. |
| 29 Sep 2026 | Game Informer cover story: 14 pages and 12 new screenshots. |
| 12 Nov 2026 | Digital pre-load opens. |
| 19 Nov 2026 | Launch. GTA VI: The Album (34 original tracks) releases the same day. |
Pre-load: from 12 November
If you buy digitally, you can pre-load GTA 6 from 12 November 2026. Rockstar That's a full week to get the download done before launch day.
Store listings point to a midnight local-time unlock on 19 November, with New Zealand and Australia first. See GTA 6 unlock time in every country. The download size isn't listed yet.
Buying physical? The box contains a download code. Rockstar says there's no disc. Rockstar
Price: $79.99 and $99.99
There are two editions. Rockstar
| Edition | Price (US) | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $79.99 | The game. |
| Ultimate | $99.99 | The game plus bonus vehicles, weapons, clothing, shops and two extra activities. |
The Ultimate Edition doesn't add story missions. It's extra stuff in the world. We break down every item, zoomed in, in our Ultimate Edition guide.
The pre-order bonus
Every pre-order, Standard or Ultimate, gets the Vintage Vice City Pack: a '55 Vapid Stanier, exclusive 1980s looks for Jason and Lucia, and a vintage weapon pattern. Reported PlayStation and Xbox pre-orders also include one month of GTA+, which auto-renews, so cancel it if you don't want it. Rockstar
Platforms: PS5 and Xbox Series X|S
GTA 6 is coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S only. There's no PS4 or Xbox One version. Rockstar
There's no PC version announced either. Read is GTA 6 coming to PC? for what history suggests, and why it's not a promise.
The PlayStation Store lists it as PS5 Pro Enhanced. Rob Nelson reportedly said it currently runs at 30fps on console. More in PS5 vs PS5 Pro vs Xbox.
Single-player only at launch
GTA 6 launches as a single-player game. There's no GTA Online mode at launch and no microtransactions in single-player. Reported Take-Two says the current GTA Online continues to be supported.
Rob Nelson of Rockstar North also said there's no generative AI in the game and that it's fully hand-crafted. Reported
How long is GTA 6?
Rob Nelson said his own playthrough took about 80 hours, main story plus some optional content. Reported Treat it as a guide, not an official campaign length: one developer who knows the game will play differently to you.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the GTA 6 release date?
Thursday 19 November 2026, on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
When can I pre-load GTA 6?
Digital pre-load opens on 12 November 2026, a week before launch.
How much does GTA 6 cost?
US$79.99 for the Standard Edition and US$99.99 for the Ultimate Edition.
Has GTA 6 been delayed again?
No. After the move from May 2026 to 19 November 2026, Take-Two has repeated the November date.
Is GTA 6 on PS4 or Xbox One?
No. It's PS5 and Xbox Series X|S only.
What time does GTA 6 unlock?
Store listings point to midnight local time on 19 November, with New Zealand and Australia first and the US last. Rockstar hasn't published official times.
Does GTA 6 have online multiplayer at launch?
No. GTA 6 launches as a single-player game. Take-Two says GTA Online continues to be supported.
How long is GTA 6?
Rockstar North's Rob Nelson said his playthrough took about 80 hours, covering the main story plus some optional content. That's one developer's run, not an official length.