Rockstar Games has set GTA VI for November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, announced on the Rockstar Newswire. Pre-orders opened on June 25, 2026 with that date attached.
Digital pre-loading begins November 12, 2026, so you can install the game before launch day. Physical copies contain a download code rather than a game disc, so plan for the download either way.
The exact unlock time on launch day has not been announced. Recent Rockstar titles have used regional midnight or simultaneous global unlocks — we will update this page and the homepage countdown the moment timing is confirmed.
Until the game is in players’ hands, treat any date as subject to Rockstar’s confirmation — we track official announcements and update this page when anything changes.
Run through our pre-launch checklist to be ready on day one, watch the countdown on our homepage, and sign up for the launch email alert so you do not miss the unlock.