GTA 6 Release Date: When Is Grand Theft Auto VI Coming Out?

The GTA 6 release date is officially November 19, 2026. Rockstar Games has confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI will launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on that date.

After years of anticipation and multiple changes to its release window, GTA 6 is now approaching launch. Rockstar originally announced the game for 2025 before moving it to May 26, 2026, and later delaying it again to November 19, 2026.

The current release date applies to the console versions of GTA 6. Rockstar has not announced a PC release date, and the game is not currently listed for PlayStation 4 or Xbox One.

Here is everything currently confirmed about the GTA 6 launch, including platforms, pre-loading, editions, the delay history, physical copies, and what remains unknown.

What Is the GTA 6 Release Date?

Grand Theft Auto VI will release on Thursday, November 19, 2026.

Rockstar currently lists the following launch platforms:

Rockstar's official GTA 6 website continues to display November 19, 2026 as the launch date, while Take-Two has also listed the same date in its recent release schedule.

That makes November 19 the current official date rather than a rumor, leak, retailer placeholder, or analyst estimate.

What Time Will GTA 6 Release?

Rockstar has confirmed the date, but a universal worldwide launch time has not been announced in the same level of detail.

What is confirmed is that pre-orders began according to local midnight timing, and Rockstar says digital GTA 6 pre-loading will also begin at local midnight on November 12.

That does not automatically prove that every region will unlock GTA 6 at local midnight on November 19, so players should wait for Rockstar or their platform store to show an exact unlock time closer to release.

For now, the safest confirmed information is:

Release date: November 19, 2026
Exact regional unlock times: Not fully confirmed

When Can You Pre-Load GTA 6?

GTA 6 pre-loading begins on November 12, 2026, one week before launch.

Rockstar says players who pre-order the digital version will be able to start downloading the game from local midnight on November 12. This is intended to allow players to have GTA 6 installed before its November 19 release.

This will be particularly useful for anyone expecting a large download and wanting to avoid downloading the entire game on launch day.

Pre-loading the game does not mean players can start playing on November 12. The official game release remains November 19.

When Will the Physical Version of GTA 6 Be Available?

There is an unusual detail surrounding the GTA 6 physical release.

Rockstar says the physical version will become available from November 12, 2026, to support pre-loading. However, the box contains a digital download code rather than a game disc.

That means buying the physical version still requires downloading GTA 6.

The physical package is effectively being made available a week before the actual launch so players can redeem their code and pre-load the game ahead of November 19.

This distinction is important for anyone expecting a traditional game disc inside the box.

Is GTA 6 Coming to PS5?

Yes.

GTA 6 is officially coming to PlayStation 5 on November 19, 2026.

PS5 has been one of GTA 6's confirmed platforms since Rockstar first announced the game in December 2023.

Rockstar has also shown substantial GTA 6 footage running on PlayStation 5. Its August 2026 Extended Look was described as being captured entirely from in-game footage on PS5.

There has been no announcement of a PlayStation 4 edition.

Is GTA 6 Coming to Xbox Series X and Series S?

Yes.

Grand Theft Auto VI will launch on both:

Xbox Series X
Xbox Series S

on November 19, 2026. 

Rockstar consistently lists Xbox Series X|S alongside PlayStation 5 in its current GTA 6 material.

There is currently no announced Xbox One version.

When Is GTA 6 Coming to PC?

Rockstar has not announced a GTA 6 PC release date.

As of September 2026, Rockstar's official launch information only lists:

PlayStation 5
Xbox Series X|S

for November 19. 

This means any specific GTA 6 PC release date circulating online should currently be treated as speculation unless Rockstar officially announces it.

Previous Rockstar games eventually reached PC after their initial console releases, but that history does not establish the timing for GTA 6.

For About GTA, the accurate wording is:

GTA 6 is currently confirmed for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S on November 19, 2026. Rockstar has not yet announced a PC release date.

Was GTA 6 Originally Releasing in 2025?

Yes.

When Rockstar released GTA 6 Trailer 1 in December 2023, the company announced that Grand Theft Auto VI was coming in 2025 for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. 

At that stage, Rockstar did not provide a specific day or month.

The original timeline therefore looked like this:

December 2023: GTA 6 announced for 2025
May 2025: Release moved to May 26, 2026
November 2025: Release moved to November 19, 2026
Current official date: November 19, 2026

This release history explains why players may still encounter outdated pages showing 2025 or May 26, 2026.

Why Was GTA 6 Delayed to May 2026?

On May 2, 2025, Rockstar announced that GTA 6 would no longer arrive in 2025 and instead set a new release date of May 26, 2026. 

Rockstar said the additional development time was necessary to deliver the game at the quality level players expected.

This was the first time GTA 6 received a specific calendar release date.

Just four days later, Rockstar released Trailer 2, giving players another major look at Jason, Lucia, Vice City, Leonida, and the game's wider cast.

You can learn more about the protagonists in our GTA 6 characters guide.

Why Was GTA 6 Delayed Again to November 19, 2026?

A second delay was announced on November 6, 2025.

Rockstar moved GTA 6 from May 26 to November 19, 2026 and said the additional months would allow the development team to finish the game with the level of polish it wanted to deliver. 

This added almost six months to the previous schedule.

Importantly, November 19 is no longer just an old announcement. Rockstar continues to use that date across its current GTA 6 website, pre-order material, support documentation, and recent soundtrack announcement.

Is the November 19, 2026 GTA 6 Release Date Still Confirmed?

Yes.

As of September 2026, November 19 remains Rockstar's official GTA 6 release date.

Several recent developments reinforce the current schedule.

Rockstar opened GTA 6 pre-orders in June 2026.

The company released its 27-minute GTA 6 Extended Look in August 2026.

In September, Rockstar announced that Grand Theft Auto VI: The Album will release on November 19 alongside the game.

Take-Two's latest announced release lineup also continues to list GTA 6 for November 19, 2026.

There has been no newer official announcement moving the game away from that date.

When Did GTA 6 Pre-Orders Start?

GTA 6 pre-orders officially opened on June 25, 2026, beginning at midnight local time.

Rockstar currently offers two main game editions:

GTA 6 Standard Edition

and

GTA 6 Ultimate Edition

Standard Edition contains the base game, while Ultimate Edition adds premium content associated with Jason and Lucia's story, including additional vehicles, weapons, apparel, businesses, and other extras.

Rockstar has also launched a separate physical Vice City Collection Collector's Box, but that product should not be confused with an edition of the game itself.

What Do You Get for Pre-Ordering GTA 6?

Rockstar says GTA 6 pre-orders and eligible purchases made before November 20 include the Vintage Vice City Pack. 

The confirmed pack includes items such as:

• '55 Vapid Stanier Sedan and Garage
• Outfits and hairstyles
• Exclusive weapon pattern

Digital pre-orders also include one month of GTA+ membership.

These bonuses are separate from the main GTA 6 story and do not change the official November 19 launch date.

Where Is GTA 6 Set?

GTA 6 takes players back to a modern version of Vice City, but the game's world extends far beyond the city.

The wider setting is the fictional state of Leonida, Rockstar's interpretation of Florida.

Rockstar has officially revealed multiple regions across the state, giving GTA 6 a much broader geographic scope than simply Vice City.

You can explore those areas in our GTA 6 map and locations guide.

The main story follows Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos, who become caught in a criminal conspiracy after an apparently simple score goes wrong.

Will GTA 6 Release on PS4 or Xbox One?

There is currently no announced PS4 or Xbox One version of GTA 6.

Rockstar's official platform list only includes:

PlayStation 5
Xbox Series X|S

Unless Rockstar announces otherwise, players should not expect the November 19 release to include previous-generation consoles.

Could GTA 6 Be Delayed Again?

There is currently no official announcement of another delay.

Rockstar and Take-Two continue to publicly use November 19, 2026, across recent announcements and launch preparations.

Because any unreleased game can theoretically experience scheduling changes, it would be inaccurate to say another delay is impossible.

However, there is currently no confirmed evidence that GTA 6 has moved away from November 19.

For readers, the only date that should presently be treated as official is:

November 19, 2026.

GTA 6 Release Date FAQ

When does GTA 6 come out?

GTA 6 releases on November 19, 2026, for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.

What day of the week does GTA 6 release?

November 19, 2026 falls on a Thursday.

When can I pre-load GTA 6?

Pre-loading begins at local midnight on November 12, 2026 for eligible digital pre-orders.

Is GTA 6 coming to PC?

A PC version has not yet received an official release date.

Is GTA 6 coming to PS4?

Rockstar has not announced a PS4 version.

Is GTA 6 coming to Xbox One?

No Xbox One version has been announced.

Was GTA 6 delayed?

Yes. GTA 6 was originally scheduled for 2025, then moved to May 26, 2026, before Rockstar set the current November 19, 2026 release date.

GTA 6 Release Date: What You Need to Know

The wait for GTA 6 is approaching its final stage.

Grand Theft Auto VI officially releases on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Pre-loading begins on November 12, while Rockstar has not yet announced a PC release date.

After moving from an initial 2025 window to May 2026 and then November, Rockstar is now deep into the launch cycle, with pre-orders open, editions announced, extended gameplay footage released, and the official soundtrack also scheduled for launch day.

About GTA will continue tracking confirmed Rockstar announcements, platform information, launch changes, and other GTA 6 developments. You can also explore the latest coverage directly on aboutgta.com.