Rockstar Games has locked GTA VI to November 19, 2026 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The date was confirmed via the Rockstar Newswire, and pre-launch marketing is built around it.
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.
Take-Two has repeatedly described the date as firm in earnings calls, and the game has been through its longest marketing ramp in Rockstar history.
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.