GTA6 Release Date: November 19, 2026
The official release date for Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA6) is November 19, 2026. This date was confirmed by Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick at the company's Q4 FY2026 earnings call on May 21, 2026, and is embedded in Take-Two's official financial guidance of $8.0-8.2 billion in net bookings for fiscal year 2027.
How long until GTA6 comes out?
51 days to go
Counted to November 19, 2026, Eastern Time. Rockstar has not confirmed an exact unlock hour for any region, so treat any specific clock time you see elsewhere as unverified.
What day of the week is GTA6 out?
GTA6 launches on Thursday, November 19, 2026. That is a global simultaneous release across PS5 and Xbox Series X|S — the date is the same everywhere, and Rockstar has not announced region-by-region unlock times.
Thursday is a change from Rockstar's usual Tuesday launch slot and puts the game into the weekend immediately. If you want it on day one, the practical deadline is earlier than the 19th: pre-loading opens on November 12, so the download has to be claimed and started a week in advance.
GTA6 editions and prices compared
| Edition | US price | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Edition | US$79.99 | Full single-player game, Vintage Vice City Pack, 1 month of GTA+, 7-day pre-load |
| Ultimate Edition | US$99.99 | Everything in Standard plus the Ultimate Edition Upgrade — premium vehicles, weapons and apparel threaded through the story |
| Physical edition | Same as Standard | A box containing a one-time download code — no disc |
The Vintage Vice City Pack is a pre-order bonus for orders placed before November 20, 2026, and the month of GTA+ applies to digital pre-orders. Regional prices differ — for example the Canadian store lists the same editions at CAD 109.99 and CAD 139.99 — so check your local storefront rather than converting from US pricing.
GTA6 pre-load and launch schedule
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-orders opened | June 25, 2026 | Happened |
| Pre-load opens | November 12, 2026 | Confirmed |
| Official file size listed on stores | Before November 12, 2026 | Expected |
| Exact unlock time by region | Not announced | Unconfirmed |
| Launch | November 19, 2026 | Confirmed |
How Was the Release Date Confirmed?
The November 19, 2026 release date came after months of speculation. Originally, GTA6 was expected to launch in the 2025 fiscal year, but Take-Two pushed the date back in early 2026. At the May 2026 earnings call, Zelnick stated: "Fiscal 2027 will establish new record levels of operating performance driven by the November 19th launch of Grand Theft Auto VI." He also confirmed explicitly that the game would not be delayed again.
Sony has confirmed a promotional partnership with Take-Two for the GTA6 launch. Both Sony and Microsoft have reportedly been formally notified that the November 19 date is firm, and development is in the final polish phase as of March 2026.
Platforms at Launch
GTA6 launches on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. There are no plans for PS4, Xbox One, or Nintendo Switch versions — the game is built specifically for current-generation hardware to take full advantage of the RAGE 9 engine's capabilities.
Pre-Order Information
Pre-orders went live worldwide on June 25, 2026 at midnight local time. Two editions are available:
- Standard Edition ($79.99) — Full single-player experience. Available on PlayStation Store, Xbox Store, Rockstar Store, and authorized retailers.
- Ultimate Edition ($99.99) — Includes premium vehicles, weapons, and apparel threaded across the story. Also includes the Vintage Vice City Pack.
All pre-orders made before November 20, 2026 include the Vintage Vice City Pack — a collection of items inspired by the original 2002 Vice City game. Digital pre-orders can begin pre-loading on November 12, 2026.
Rockstar has issued a formal warning against fake pre-order sites. Only order through the PlayStation Store, Xbox Store, Rockstar Store, or authorized retailers like Amazon, GameStop, and Best Buy.
Will There Be a PC Version?
A PC version has not been officially announced. Based on Rockstar's historical release pattern — GTA5's PC version arrived 18 months after consoles, and Red Dead Redemption 2's PC version arrived 13 months after consoles — a GTA6 PC version is expected within 12-18 months after the console launch, likely in late 2027 or early 2028.
Timeline of GTA6 Announcements
- December 2023 — Trailer 1 released, revealing Lucia, Jason, and the Leonida setting
- May 2025 — Trailer 2 released, showing gameplay world details and the dual protagonist system
- March 2026 — Main content reported complete, entering final polish phase
- May 2026 — Release date officially confirmed as November 19, 2026
- June 2026 — Cover art revealed, pre-orders opened June 25
- August 2026 — Extended Look gameplay reveal on Netflix
- November 19, 2026 — Launch day
Why Is GTA6 Taking So Long?
GTA6 is the first mainline Grand Theft Auto entry since GTA5 in 2013 — a 13-year gap. Rockstar has stated that the extended development time is necessary to achieve the level of detail and polish expected from a flagship title. The game features the largest open world in series history, a new engine (RAGE 9), and the first female protagonist — all of which require significant development effort.
Additionally, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick has confirmed that GTA6 will contain zero generative AI content, emphasizing Rockstar's commitment to handcrafted quality over automated shortcuts.