Grand Theft Auto VI is now available to pre-order ahead of its November 19, 2026 release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. In the United States, the Standard Edition is priced at $79.99, while the Ultimate Edition costs $99.99. Rockstar Games has not announced a PC version, a PC release date or support for older PlayStation and Xbox consoles.
The official pre-order announcement also answers several questions that had surrounded GTA 6 for years. Preloading begins one week before launch, the retail box does not contain a game disc, and the currently announced product is described as a single-player experience.
Here is everything Rockstar Games and the official platform stores have confirmed so far. For more release tracking, see our upcoming games desk and latest gaming news.
GTA 6 quick facts
| Detail | Official information |
|---|---|
| Release date | November 19, 2026 |
| Confirmed platforms | PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S |
| PC version | Not announced |
| PlayStation 4 | Not supported |
| Xbox One | No version announced |
| Standard Edition price | $79.99 in the US |
| Ultimate Edition price | $99.99 in the US |
| Digital purchase bonus | Vintage Vice City Pack + one month of GTA+ |
| Physical pre-order bonus | Vintage Vice City Pack |
| Physical Ultimate Edition | Not available |
| Preload date | November 12, 2026, at local midnight |
| Physical edition | Box contains a digital download code, not a disc |
| Main characters | Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos |
| Main setting | Vice City and the wider state of Leonida |
| Announced experience | Single-player |
| Age rating | Not yet final |
The release date, platforms, editions, preload information and physical-version details all come directly from Rockstar Games and its official support pages.
GTA 6 release date
The current official GTA 6 release date is Thursday, November 19, 2026. The game is scheduled to launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Rockstar’s current store pages and Take-Two’s latest investor materials continue to use the November 19 date.
Older articles may still show May 26, 2026. That was a previously announced date and is no longer current.
GTA 6 price and editions
| Edition | US price |
|---|---|
| GTA 6 Standard Edition | $79.99 |
| GTA 6 Ultimate Edition | $99.99 |
| Ultimate Edition Upgrade | $20.00 |
Regional prices vary by platform and country. The US prices are confirmed by Take-Two, PlayStation Store and Xbox Store.
The Standard Edition includes the main game. The Ultimate Edition includes the game and a separate Ultimate Edition Upgrade containing additional vehicles, weapons, clothing, properties, businesses and customization items spread across Jason and Lucia’s story. If you are comparing other launch-window buys, browse current game deals separately — GTA 6 is a full-price console launch, not a discount listing.
Rockstar lists premium Ultimate Edition content including the 1995 Grotti Cheetah, Hawk & Little Morgan revolvers, personalized weapon variants, Vice City clothing and styles, vehicles connected to Jason’s safehouse, the Shitzu Squalo, a 1967 Vapid Dominator Buggy and garage, Rideout Customs Mod Shop, Sara’s Unisex Salon, Stock 305 Clothing Store, Electric Fang Tattoo Parlor, One-Eyed Willie’s Mod Shop and a classic-car collection. These bonuses are described as content distributed throughout Jason and Lucia’s story rather than a single pack unlocked at the beginning.
Rockstar’s official edition information does not list early access as an Ultimate Edition benefit. Buyers paying the additional $20 are therefore paying for in-game content rather than an earlier release date.
Pre-order bonuses
Digital and physical bonuses are not identical. According to Rockstar Support:
- Eligible digital pre-orders and purchases completed before November 20, 2026 include the Vintage Vice City Pack and one month of GTA+, subject to platform and regional terms
- Physical pre-orders include the Vintage Vice City Pack
- A physical Ultimate Edition is not available
- Physical Standard Edition owners can buy the Ultimate Edition Upgrade digitally after redeeming their download code
The Vintage Vice City Pack contains:
- A 1955 Vapid Stanier sedan
- A garage near Ocean Beach
- Vintage outfits and hairstyles for Jason and Lucia
- An exclusive tropical weapon pattern
Rockstar says the items become available as the story progresses.
The one-month GTA+ offer applies to qualifying digital purchases only — it is not listed for physical pre-orders. It has additional platform and regional terms. On PlayStation, the subscription automatically renews at the regular monthly price unless it is cancelled, so players should check the subscription conditions before redeeming it.
Because Rockstar Support covers eligible digital pre-orders and purchases completed before November 20, digital buyers can apparently wait until near launch and still receive the listed digital bonus if the purchase meets platform and regional terms. For most players, that reading removes much of the pressure to pre-order immediately — which is why DealCheckpoint’s verdict on this page is WAIT rather than BUY NOW.
Physical vs digital
Rockstar says the physical version contains a digital download code inside the box. A game disc is not included. The physical box is expected to become available for shipping and retailer pickup from November 12 so buyers can redeem the code and begin preloading before launch.
This means the physical version still requires a compatible platform account, internet access, a full digital download, and a code matching the region of the platform account where applicable.
PlayStation codes are subject to regional groups, while Rockstar states that Xbox codes are not region-locked. Buyers should still purchase from a retailer serving the country associated with their platform account.
Preloading begins at local midnight on November 12, 2026 for supported digital pre-orders. Physical buyers can also begin downloading after receiving and redeeming the code contained in the box. The game itself remains locked until its official November 19 release.
Rockstar has not announced an official download size. Any storage-size figures circulating without a current Rockstar, PlayStation or Xbox source should be treated as unconfirmed.
| Feature | Digital | Physical |
|---|---|---|
| Delivery | Direct download | Download code inside box |
| Disc included | No | No |
| Vintage Vice City Pack | Yes, for eligible purchases | Yes, with physical pre-order |
| One month of GTA+ | Yes, subject to terms | Not officially listed |
| Ultimate Edition | Available | Not available |
| Preload | November 12 | After code is received and redeemed |
PC and older-console status
Rockstar has not announced a GTA 6 PC version or a PC release date. The only confirmed platforms are PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S.
PC does not appear in Rockstar’s current platform or pre-order documentation. That does not prove a PC version will never happen, but any specific PC date currently circulating is speculation rather than an official announcement. Watch our upcoming games category for later official PC news — GTA 6 is not marked as a confirmed PC release here.
There are also no official GTA 6 PC system requirements. Articles claiming to know the required processor, graphics card, RAM or storage are using estimates unless they cite a future Rockstar announcement.
Rockstar’s current platform list only includes PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. PlayStation explicitly states that GTA 6 will not be playable on PlayStation 4. No Xbox One version is listed by Rockstar or the Xbox Store. Players will therefore need a current-generation console for the announced launch version.
Story, locations and characters
GTA 6 follows Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos across Vice City and the fictional state of Leonida. Rockstar’s official story summary says an apparently simple criminal job goes wrong, placing the pair inside a wider conspiracy and forcing them to depend on each other.
Jason grew up around criminals and later spent time in the Army before becoming involved with drug runners in the Leonida Keys. Lucia was imprisoned after fighting for her family and begins the story determined to make more calculated decisions after leaving Leonida Penitentiary.
The setup suggests a relationship-driven crime story built around trust, survival and the consequences of failed scores. That interpretation is based on Rockstar’s official character and story descriptions rather than leaked plot information.
The game is set in Leonida, Rockstar’s fictional interpretation of Florida. Confirmed locations shown or named by Rockstar include Vice City, Leonida Keys, Port Gellhorn, Ambrosia, Grassrivers and Mount Kalaga National Park.
Rockstar describes the world as extending beyond the neon streets of Vice City into coastal islands, wetlands, industrial communities, smaller towns and national-park territory. The publisher has not released an official complete map. Fan-created maps may be interesting, but they should not be presented as confirmed Rockstar material.
Beyond Jason and Lucia, Rockstar has introduced several supporting characters:
- Cal Hampton — Jason’s friend and an associate of Brian Heder; Rockstar describes him as a conspiracy-minded character who spends time monitoring Coast Guard communications
- Boobie Ike — a Vice City businessman whose interests include real estate, a nightclub and a recording studio
- Dre’Quan Priest — an aspiring music-industry figure working with Boobie and the Real Dimez rap duo
- Real Dimez — Bae-Luxe and Roxy, longtime friends attempting to build their music career through viral songs and social media
- Raul Bautista — an experienced bank robber looking for people willing to take increasingly dangerous risks
- Brian Heder — a veteran drug runner based around the Leonida Keys who allows Jason to stay at one of his properties in exchange for work
These characters and descriptions were published directly by Rockstar. Their full roles in the finished story remain unknown.
Multiplayer and PS5 features
Rockstar and PlayStation currently describe GTA 6 as a single-player experience. No separate GTA 6 multiplayer mode, launch date or GTA Online successor has been officially detailed. Players should therefore avoid assuming that multiplayer will be available on November 19 unless Rockstar publishes a separate announcement.
The Ultimate Edition bonuses are described as items connected to Jason and Lucia’s story, which also indicates that the currently advertised edition content is designed around the single-player game.
Rockstar’s second GTA 6 trailer gives a longer look at Jason and Lucia, Vice City, the Leonida Keys, criminal activity, vehicles, nightlife and several supporting characters. Rockstar states that Trailer 2 was captured entirely in-game on a PlayStation 5 and contains a combination of gameplay and cutscenes.
PlayStation’s official GTA 6 page lists support for fast loading using the PS5 SSD, Tempest 3D Audio, DualSense haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, DualSense controller speaker effects and PS5 Pro enhancements.
The exact graphical modes, frame-rate targets and resolutions have not been detailed publicly. Claims of confirmed 30 FPS, 60 FPS or particular resolutions should not be presented as fact without a later official source.
Should you pre-order GTA 6?
DealCheckpoint verdict: WAIT. GTA 6 is likely to remain one of the biggest game releases of 2026, but most players do not need to pay months in advance.
Reasons to wait:
- There is no officially listed early access
- Qualifying digital purchases before November 20 can still receive the listed digital bonus
- Physical buyers do not get the one-month GTA+ offer listed for digital purchases
- Final performance analysis is not yet available
- Download size and technical modes remain unconfirmed
- The one-month GTA+ offer may automatically renew depending on platform terms
Pre-ordering makes more sense for players who are certain they will play on launch day and specifically want the Vintage Vice City items. Everyone else can wait for final technical details, review coverage, performance comparisons, download-size confirmation and additional Rockstar announcements.
FAQ
What is the official GTA 6 release date?
GTA 6 launches on November 19, 2026.
What platforms will GTA 6 be available on?
PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S are confirmed.
Is GTA 6 coming to PC?
No PC version or PC release date has been officially announced.
How much is GTA 6?
The US price is $79.99 for the Standard Edition and $99.99 for the Ultimate Edition.
Does the GTA 6 physical version include a disc?
No. Rockstar says the box contains a digital download code.
Does the GTA 6 physical edition include GTA+?
No. Rockstar lists one month of GTA+ with eligible digital pre-orders and purchases. Physical pre-orders are listed with the Vintage Vice City Pack only.
Is there a physical GTA 6 Ultimate Edition?
No. Rockstar says a physical Ultimate Edition is not available. Physical Standard Edition owners can buy the Ultimate Edition Upgrade digitally after redeeming their code.
When can GTA 6 be preloaded?
Preloading begins at local midnight on November 12, 2026.
Does the GTA 6 Ultimate Edition include early access?
No early-access benefit is listed in Rockstar’s official edition details.
Is GTA 6 multiplayer confirmed?
The currently announced game is described as a single-player experience. Rockstar has not detailed a GTA 6 multiplayer mode.
Are the GTA 6 PC system requirements available?
No. Rockstar has not published official PC system requirements.
Who are the main GTA 6 characters?
The main characters are Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos.
Official sources
This article uses official information from Rockstar Games, Rockstar Support, Take-Two Interactive, PlayStation and Xbox. It intentionally excludes leaked footage, anonymous claims, fan-created maps and unverified system-requirement estimates. Last source check: July 20, 2026.
- Rockstar Games — Grand Theft Auto VI
- Rockstar Support — Platforms, Editions and Versions
- Take-Two Interactive — Pre-Order Announcement
- PlayStation — Grand Theft Auto VI
- Xbox — Grand Theft Auto VI Store Page
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