GTA 6 release date & countdown
Grand Theft Auto VI launches Thursday, November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Here is the countdown in your time zone — and only what Rockstar has confirmed.
Countdown · your time zone
Unlock time TBC — we'll update this the moment Rockstar confirms
Pre-load opens at local midnight on November 12, 2026 Source: Rockstar Games Support
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What Rockstar has confirmed
Only facts from Rockstar's official channels · checked November 1, 2026
- Release date
- Source: Rockstar Newswire
- Platforms
- PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|SSource: Rockstar Games Support
- Editions
- Standard Edition and Ultimate EditionSource: Rockstar Games Support
- Pre-load
- From local midnight on November 12, 2026Source: Rockstar Games Support
- Physical copies
- The box holds a download code, not a disc. The Ultimate Edition has no physical version.Source: Rockstar Games Support
Not confirmed yet
Rockstar hasn't announced these. They move up only when it does.
- Unlock time on launch day
- A PC version
Latest GTA VI updates
News and trailers, newest first — official sources are marked
- Verifiedrelease date
Grand Theft Auto VI launches November 19, 2026
Rockstar Games confirmed the date on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, after delaying the previous window.
Rockstar Newswirepublished Nov 01, 2025 - trailer
Announcement Trailer
YouTube (via IGDB)Game archive - trailer
Release Date Trailer
YouTube (via IGDB)Game archive - gameplay
Gameplay Video
YouTube (via IGDB)Game archive
GTA 6 launch FAQ
When does GTA 6 come out?
Rockstar Games has confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI launches on Thursday, November 19, 2026.
What time does GTA 6 unlock?
Rockstar hasn't confirmed an unlock time yet. This page will show it in your time zone as soon as Rockstar does.
When can I pre-load GTA 6?
According to Rockstar Games Support, pre-load begins at local midnight on November 12, 2026.
Which platforms is GTA 6 on?
Rockstar lists PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. A PC version hasn't been confirmed.
What editions of GTA 6 are there?
Standard Edition and Ultimate Edition. Physical copies hold a download code instead of a disc, and the Ultimate Edition has no physical version.