GTA 6 launches on November 19, 2026, for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Rockstar has moved the digital preload forward from November 12 to November 10, and players may need up to 212 GB of free storage, depending on their console. The two platforms start preloading at different times.
When does GTA 6 come out?
Rockstar lists Thursday, November 19 as the release date for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. As of November 6, the official game page confirms the date, while the exact time players can start playing remains unconfirmed in Rockstar’s launch information. The times below are for downloading the game ahead of release.
What time does the GTA 6 preload start?
PS5 players can start downloading at midnight in their local time zone on November 10. Xbox Series X|S preloads open worldwide at the same moment, 12:00 a.m. GMT on November 10. That puts the Xbox start on Monday evening, November 9, in the continental US.
| Market | PS5 digital preload | Xbox Series X|S digital preload |
|---|---|---|
| US Eastern | Nov. 10 at 12:00 a.m. | Nov. 9 at 7:00 p.m. |
| US Pacific | Nov. 10 at 12:00 a.m. | Nov. 9 at 4:00 p.m. |
| UK | Nov. 10 at 12:00 a.m. | Nov. 10 at 12:00 a.m. |
| Japan and South Korea | Nov. 10 at 12:00 a.m. | Nov. 10 at 9:00 a.m. |
| Taiwan and Hong Kong | Nov. 10 at 12:00 a.m. | Nov. 10 at 8:00 a.m. |
If you ordered a boxed copy, check your retailer's pickup or delivery date. Rockstar expects retailers to start carrying boxed copies on November 12. The box contains a download code, and you'll need to redeem it before you can download the game.
How much storage do you need for GTA 6?
Rockstar says the preload requires up to 212 GB of available space, depending on the device. If you're clearing room ahead of time, use 212 GB as your target. The official figure describes the space needed for preloading, and Rockstar's FAQ leaves the exact requirement for each console unspecified.
To let the download start automatically, enable automatic downloads on PS5 and leave the console on or in Rest Mode. On Xbox Series X|S, enable automatic updates and leave the console on or in Sleep mode.
Is GTA 6 coming to PC or Steam?
Rockstar's official launch lineup covers PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. As of November 6, Rockstar has yet to announce a PC release date or confirm a Steam launch.
Editor's Comment
The detail most US players could miss is that Xbox preloading starts Monday evening, even though Rockstar's announcement says November 10. If you've already preordered, checking your console's free space before Monday is the one thing you can do now to save time on launch day.
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