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Tools
- Unlock time in your cityThe exact minute GTA 6 unlocks in 30 cities and every time zone.
- Will GTA 6 fit?Pick your console and enter your free space to see if 210 GB fits.
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- Confirmed vs rumored20+ launch claims, each marked confirmed, reported, rumor or false.
- How to preloadPS5 and Xbox settings so the game is installed before it unlocks.
- GTA 6 dealsWhere to buy, and how discounted gift cards lower the price.
Confirmed vs rumored
Full tracker| Claim | Status |
|---|---|
| GTA 6 releases on November 19, 2026 | Confirmed |
| PC version arrives in Q1 2027 | Reported |
| Digital preload starts November 12 | Reported |
| PS5 digital preload moved up to November 10 | Reported |
| GTA 6 is about 210 GB on PS5 | Reported |
| GTA Online for GTA 6 launches in December 2026 | Rumor |
Key dates
| Nov 9 | Take-Two Q2 earnings call (4:30pm ET) |
| Nov 10 | PS5 digital preload (reported earlier start) |
| Nov 12 | Preload opens (digital + code-in-box) |
| Nov 18 | Review embargo lifts (reported) · New Zealand unlocks first |
| Nov 19 | Launch on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S |
| Nov 20 | Pre-order bonus window closes |
| Nov 27 | Black Friday |
| Dec 10 | The Game Awards 2026 |
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Latest
All news- Nov 4, 2026 GTA 6 preload: PS5 digital may start Nov 10, everyone else Nov 12 Reports now point to an earlier PS5 digital preload on November 10. Code-in-box and Xbox preloads are still listed for November 12.
- Nov 3, 2026 GTA 6 unlock times: New Zealand goes first, the US unlocks at 9pm PT GTA 6 appears to unlock at local midnight in most regions, with the Americas unlocking together at 12:00am ET. The full schedule and what it means for your city.
- Nov 2, 2026 GTA 6 review embargo reportedly lifts November 18 Reviews for GTA 6 are expected the day before launch, according to Insider Gaming and NateTheHate. Some outlets may wait until 12:01am ET on November 19.
- Oct 30, 2026 GTA 6 is about 210 GB on PS5: how to make room Store trackers list GTA 6 at roughly 210 GB on PS5. On a launch PS5 or a 512 GB Series S that is a third to half of your usable storage.
GTA 6 launch: quick answers
When does GTA 6 come out?
GTA 6 launches on November 19, 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. It was delayed twice: from Fall 2025 to May 26, 2026, then to November 19, 2026. Live countdown
What time does GTA 6 unlock?
Reported unlock times follow the PlayStation Store schedule: the Americas unlock together at 12:00am ET on November 19 (9:00pm PT on November 18). Most other regions unlock at local midnight on November 19, starting with New Zealand around 11:00 UTC on November 18. These times are unofficial. Unlock time in your city
Can I play GTA 6 early?
No. Preloading only downloads the files ahead of time. The game stays locked until the unlock time for your region. There is no official early-access edition.
Is GTA 6 coming to PC?
Rockstar has not announced a PC version. GamesBeat reported on October 13, 2026 (citing four sources) that a PC release is targeted for Q1 2027. Treat that as unconfirmed. PC release tracker
How much does GTA 6 cost?
The Standard Edition is $79.99 (£69.99 in the UK) and the Ultimate Edition is $99.99. Editions compared
How big is GTA 6?
About 210 GB on PS5 according to store database trackers. Rockstar has not confirmed the final size, and day-one patches can add more. Will it fit? calculator