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GTA 6 FAQ: release, preload, platforms, editions
Short answers from Rockstar, Take-Two, PlayStation, and Xbox primary pages only. Deep dives live on Release, Preload, Editions, PC, and Online.
FAQ
When does GTA 6 release?
Thursday, November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S (Rockstar Newswire and official VI site).
What time does GTA 6 unlock?
PlayStation Support: midnight local time on November 19, 2026 for PS5. Xbox play-unlock clock: follow Xbox Store / Xbox Wire when published; we do not invent it.
Is there a PC version?
Not announced. The official VI site lists PS5 and Xbox Series X|S only.
When does pre-download start?
PlayStation Blog: from November 10, 2026 for pre-orders; clear at least 212 GB on PS5.
How much does GTA 6 cost?
Take-Two (Jun 24, 2026): Standard $79.99 USD, Ultimate Edition $99.99 USD. We do not invent EUR shelf prices: check your regional store.
What is in Ultimate Edition?
Take-Two: exclusive premium vehicles, weapons, apparel and action across Jason and Lucia’s story. Named items are listed on our editions and vehicles/weapons hubs.
Does GTA 6 have Online at launch?
Take-Two pre-order framing emphasizes a single-player experience at launch. A dated GTA 6 Online launch is not announced here.
Where is GTA 6 set?
The state of Leonida, including Vice City (official VI site / Only in Leonida).
Who are the protagonists?
Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos (Rockstar Only in Leonida).
Is this an official Rockstar site?
No. Leonida Playbook is an unofficial fan site, not affiliated with Rockstar Games or Take-Two Interactive.
Are there cheat codes yet?
Not confirmed before launch. See our cheats status page.
Can I play early via New Zealand?
PlayStation Support (NZ): same rule: midnight local on November 19, 2026. We do not publish region-switch instructions.
Confirmed launch context
Grand Theft Auto VI launches November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S (Rockstar Newswire / official VI site). Unlock guidance for PS5 is local midnight on that date (PlayStation Support). Pre-load begins November 10, 2026 on PlayStation with roughly 212 GB free recommended on PS5 (PlayStation Blog).
The setting is the state of Leonida, including Vice City. Protagonists Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos are presented on Rockstar’s Only in Leonida pages. Take-Two lists Standard at $79.99 USD and Ultimate Edition at $99.99 USD (June 24, 2026 pre-order PR), with the Vintage Vice City Pack for purchases before November 20, 2026. PC release date and GTA 6 Online launch date are not announced on the primary pages we cite.