GTA 6 release date, platforms and editions
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Updated 27 October 2026 · 16 confirmed facts · every one sourced
GTA VI comes out on November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S; a PC version hasn't been announced. Everything confirmed about when and where you can play it, in one place. We track official announcements and trusted outlets, rewrite each fact in plain English and link the source, so you can check it yourself.
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Key dates
Standard vs Ultimate Edition
| What you get | Standard | Ultimate |
|---|---|---|
| GTA VI (the full game) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ultimate extras: '95 Grotti Cheetah, personalized weapons, exclusive apparel and tattoos, Ultimate-only shops | — | ✓ |
| Extra vehicles: Dominator Buggy, Dinka Enduro, Shitzu Squalo, Crest Kayak and more | — | ✓ |
| Vintage Vice City Pack (digital, bought before Nov 20) | ✓ | ✓ |
| 1 month of GTA+ (digital pre-order) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pre-load from Nov 12 (digital pre-order) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boxed copy in stores | Code in the box, no disc | Digital only |
| Upgrade later | Buy the Ultimate upgrade any time | — |
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What's confirmed
Date & platforms
Release date and platforms
Rockstar confirmed that GTA VI launches Thursday, November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. No PC version has been announced.
Source:variety.comforbes.com
Accurate?Launch platforms are PS5 and Xbox Series X|S
Rockstar says GTA VI launches on November 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. It is a single-player experience.
Source:support.rockstargames.comforbes.comrockstargames.com
Accurate?Release date and platforms
Rockstar's Newswire says Grand Theft Auto VI releases on Thursday, November 19, 2026. It launches on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. No PC version has been announced.
Source:rockstargames.comsupport.rockstargames.com
Accurate?Pre-load starts November 12 at local midnight
Pre-loading begins at local midnight on November 12, 2026, one week before launch. Digital pre-orders can pre-load then. Boxed buyers can use their codes as soon as they receive them.
Source:support.rockstargames.comrockstargames.comtake2games.com
Accurate?Pre-orders opened June 25, 2026
GTA 6 pre-orders went live at midnight local time on June 25, 2026.
Source:rockstargames.comvideogameschronicle.com
Accurate?
Editions & pre-order bonuses
What the Ultimate Edition includes
The PlayStation Store lists the Ultimate Edition as GTA 6 plus the Ultimate Edition Upgrade, the Vintage Vice City Pack, one month of GTA+, and 7-day pre-load. Ultimate extras include the '95 Grotti Cheetah, personalized weapons, exclusive apparel and tattoos, and Ultimate-only shops.
Source:store.playstation.compcgamer.com
Accurate?Ultimate Edition can be bought later as an upgrade
Standard Edition owners can buy the Ultimate Edition Upgrade separately at any time.
Source:support.rockstargames.com
Accurate?Ultimate Edition vehicle list
The Ultimate Edition includes the 1995 Grotti Cheetah, the 1967 Vapid Dominator Buggy, the Dinka Enduro motorcycle, the Shitzu Squalo speedboat and the Crest Kayak. Rockstar also lists a Ganado Retro Build and Jason's Safehouse Vehicles.
Source:store.rockstargames.com
Accurate?Physical copies are code-in-box with no disc
The physical version of GTA VI contains only a download code. It goes on sale from November 12 to support pre-loading, and no disc is included.
Source:store.rockstargames.comsupport.rockstargames.com
Accurate?Goodtime State Vice City Collection is merchandise, not a game edition
Rockstar's The Goodtime State – Vice City Collection is a limited-edition Collector's Box that arrives November 19. The GTA VI game is sold separately.
Source:rockstargames.com
Accurate?Two editions: Standard ($79.99) and Ultimate ($99.99)
Rockstar and Take-Two announced Grand Theft Auto VI for $79.99. The Ultimate Edition will be available for $99.99.
Source:take2games.comsupport.rockstargames.com
Accurate?Ultimate Edition includes the '95 Grotti Cheetah
Rockstar lists the '95 Grotti Cheetah as an Ultimate Edition bonus.
Source:store.rockstargames.comgamespot.com
Accurate?No physical Ultimate Edition
Rockstar says there is no physical version of the Ultimate Edition. Physical Standard Edition owners can buy the Ultimate Edition Upgrade from the PlayStation or Microsoft stores once their Standard code has been redeemed.
Source:support.rockstargames.com
Accurate?Physical copies have no disc
Rockstar confirmed that boxed copies of GTA 6 contain a code for the digital download. No disc is included in the box. Retailers can ship and sell the boxed version from November 12.
Source:support.rockstargames.comgamesradar.comkotaku.com
Accurate?Free month of GTA+ with digital pre-orders
Digital pre-orders of either edition include one month of GTA+ membership. Rockstar's support page lists it with the digital pre-order bonuses. The PlayStation Store listing says the offer applies to digital pre-orders or purchases made by November 19, 2026.
Source:support.rockstargames.comstore.playstation.com
Accurate?Who gets the Vintage Vice City Pack
Digital purchases of either edition before November 20, 2026 include the Vintage Vice City Pack. The pack has the '55 Vapid Stanier and garage, outfits and hairstyles, and an exclusive weapon pattern. Physical pre-orders come with a download code for the same pack.
Source:support.rockstargames.com
Accurate?
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