GTA 6 FAQ: the questions everyone's asking before launch

When does GTA 6 come out?

Confirmed Grand Theft Auto VI launches on Thursday, November 19, 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Rockstar set the date in November 2025 and repeated it in its June 24, 2026 pre-order announcement. Rockstar Newswire, Rockstar press release

Key dates and the delay history: GTA 6 release date and times.

How much does GTA 6 cost?

Confirmed The Standard Edition is $79.99 and the Ultimate Edition is $99.99 in the US. Rockstar press release

Confirmed Ultimate adds 16 bonus items and is digital only. Standard owners can buy the upgrade later. Rockstar Support

Which one to buy: GTA 6 editions compared.

When can I pre-load GTA 6?

Confirmed Digital pre-load starts at local midnight on November 12, 2026. Codes from physical copies redeemed before launch can pre-load from then too. Rockstar Support

What time does GTA 6 unlock?

Rockstar and the platform stores haven't announced regional unlock times for November 19 yet. We'll post them on the release date page as soon as they do. Until then it's on our not confirmed yet list.

Is GTA 6 coming to PC?

Confirmed Rockstar hasn't announced a PC version. Its platform page lists only PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Rockstar Support

Reported Xbox chief strategy officer Matthew Ball posted that GTA 6 "will not be streaming exclusively or to PC." Dexerto

Every statement so far, dated: GTA 6 PC release.

Does GTA 6 have GTA Online at launch?

Confirmed Rockstar's press release describes GTA 6 as "a single-player experience" and doesn't mention an online mode. The PlayStation Store FAQ uses the same wording. Rockstar press release, PlayStation Store

Rockstar hasn't announced when, or in what form, online play arrives.

Is GTA 6 on PS4 or Xbox One?

Confirmed No. Rockstar's platform page lists only PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Rockstar Support

Does the physical version come on a disc?

Confirmed No. Physical copies contain a download code: "A disc will not be included in the box." They ship and are available for store pickup from November 12, 2026. Rockstar Support

Confirmed PlayStation codes are region-locked; Xbox codes aren't. Rockstar Support

Is GTA 6 enhanced for PS5 Pro?

Confirmed Yes. The PlayStation Store lists GTA 6 as PS5 Pro Enhanced. PlayStation Store

Sony and Rockstar haven't said what the enhancements are.

What radio stations are in GTA 6?

Confirmed Rockstar revealed the first six stations on October 8, 2026: Cocoteo FM, AfroBank FM, The Chamber 106.6, Flash FM, Dirty South Classics and Back Country Radio. Rockstar: Music of GTA VI

Confirmed Justice composed the official score, and Grand Theft Auto VI: The Album (34 original tracks) releases November 19. Rockstar: Music of GTA VI

Rockstar hasn't named the rest of the stations yet.

What is GTA 6 rated?

Confirmed The ESRB rated GTA 6 M (Mature 17+), with In-Game Purchases listed as an interactive element. ESRB

How big is the GTA 6 file size?

Rockstar hasn't announced the file size or required storage. Any figure you've seen shared online is not official. It's on our not confirmed yet list.

More answers, all sourced: everything confirmed about GTA 6.