Updated October 22, 2026 · 6 min read
Less than 30 days to go: after two delays, three major videos and years of speculation, GTA 6 has a date: November 19, 2026. In this guide we separate what is official from what is still rumor: release date, platforms, price, editions, characters, map and everything Rockstar Games has confirmed.
Short on time? See GTA 6: everything we know so far.
GTA 6 in 30 seconds
| Item | What is confirmed |
|---|---|
| Release date | November 19, 2026 (Thursday) |
| Platforms | PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S |
| PC | Not announced |
| US price | $79.99 (Standard) and $99.99 (Ultimate) |
| Pre-orders | Open since June 2026 |
| Pre-load | Starts November 10 for digital copies |
| Protagonists | Lucia Caminos and Jason Duval |
| Setting | The state of Leonida, with Vice City as its main city |
Complete guide: everything about GTA 6 in one place
This page covers the essentials and links to the detailed guide for each topic:
Release and buying
- What time GTA 6 unlocks and when pre-load starts
- Physical edition with no disc: what changes
- GTA 6 languages: audio and subtitles
- GTA 6 microtransactions
Story, characters and world
- Who are Jason and Lucia
- Supporting cast
- Map of Leonida and its 6 regions
- The story told in the launch trailer
Gameplay and music
- Gameplay: what the IGN interview revealed
- The 6-star wanted system
- The radio stations and podcasts
- GTA 6: The Album
- The original score
Want the big-picture summary? See GTA 6: everything we know so far.
When does GTA 6 come out?
GTA 6 releases on November 19, 2026, on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S at the same time. The date has slipped twice, but Take-Two, Rockstar’s parent company, has publicly reaffirmed that the schedule holds.
Delay history
- December 2023: the first trailer sets a 2025 release window.
- May 2025: Rockstar delays the game to May 26, 2026, citing extra polish time.
- November 2025: a second delay, to November 19, 2026, the current date.
Both delays follow Rockstar’s usual pattern; it also delayed Red Dead Redemption 2 before launch. The studio would rather hold a game than release something below its standard.
Which platforms is GTA 6 on?
At launch, only PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. That includes the PS5 Pro and the Xbox Series S. PS4 and Xbox One are left out. Deciding between the two? Read PS5 or Xbox for GTA 6, and see what the PS5 Pro changes.
What about PC?
Rockstar has not announced GTA 6 for PC. Historically, the studio ships on console first and takes months to years to reach PC: GTA 5 arrived on PC about a year and a half after consoles, and Red Dead Redemption 2 about a year later. If you only play on PC, a realistic expectation is 2027 or later, but there is no official date.
How much does GTA 6 cost?
| Edition | US price |
|---|---|
| Standard Edition | $79.99 |
| Ultimate Edition | $99.99 |
The physical Standard Edition is also on pre-order at major retailers. Compare prices in our pre-order guide.
What is in the Ultimate Edition?
On top of the base game, the Ultimate Edition adds extra vehicles, custom weapons, outfits and tattoos, plus extra businesses such as mod shops and stores. See every item in GTA 6 Ultimate Edition: what you get.
Pre-order bonus
Pre-ordering any edition before launch adds the Vintage Vice City Pack, with a 1955 Vapid Stanier, vintage outfits and hairstyles, a weapon pattern and an Ocean Beach garage. Check the store listing before you buy.
Heads up: the physical box has no disc
The physical edition of GTA 6 comes with a download code inside the box, not a traditional disc. You will need an internet connection and free storage either way. See how much storage GTA 6 needs.
Pre-launch checklist
- Free up space on your console SSD before November 10
- Check that your TV supports 4K and HDR (best TV for GTA 6)
- Decide between Standard and Ultimate
Who are the protagonists?
GTA 6 has two protagonists: Lucia Caminos, the first female lead in the main series’ 3D era, and Jason Duval, an Army veteran working for drug runners in the Leonida Keys. Their dynamic recalls Bonnie and Clyde: an easy score goes wrong and drags them into a criminal conspiracy across the state.
Rockstar has also introduced Cal Hampton, Boobie Ike, Dre’Quan Priest, the duo Real Dimez, Raul Bautista and Brian Heder.
Where does GTA 6 take place?
The game is set in Leonida, a fictional take on Florida, and marks the return of Vice City. Rockstar has officially shown these regions:
- Vice City: the neon metropolis inspired by Miami
- Leonida Keys: islands inspired by the Florida Keys
- Grassrivers: swamps inspired by the Everglades
- Port Gellhorn: a run-down port town
- Ambrosia: industrial and farm country
- Mount Kalaga National Park: dense forest and mountains
See every region in our GTA 6 map guide.
Trailers and official videos
- Trailer 1 (December 5, 2023): introduces Lucia and Vice City to Tom Petty’s “Love Is a Long Road”. It broke YouTube viewing records in its first 24 hours.
- Trailer 2 (May 6, 2025): focuses on Jason and Lucia and revealed the release date at the time.
- An Extended Look (August 27, 2026): an extended demo captured on PS5. It is age-restricted on YouTube.
- Launch trailer: the final trailer before release.
What about GTA Online?
Rockstar has confirmed online play will continue with GTA 6, but has not said when it will be available or how it will work. Read GTA 6 Online release date for the latest.
What is still unconfirmed?
- A PC version and its date
- Frame rate and resolution on each console (including PS5 Pro)
- GTA Online details
- Official download size
- The official voice cast
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Pre-order GTA 6
The PS5 Standard Edition on Amazon includes the Vintage Vice City Pack when pre-ordered. Compare every edition and store.
$79.99 on Amazon, October 13, 2026. Prices can change.
Launch prep: what time GTA 6 unlocks and when pre-load starts · why the physical edition has no disc · is GTA 6 coming to PC or Switch 2
FAQ
Could GTA 6 be delayed again?
So far the November 19, 2026 date holds, and Take-Two has reaffirmed it publicly. With pre-orders open and marketing in full swing, another delay looks unlikely, but only Rockstar can guarantee it.
When does the GTA 6 pre-load start?
November 10, 2026, for digital copies.
Is it worth pre-ordering?
If you are sure you will play at launch, pre-ordering secures the Vintage Vice City Pack and lets you pre-load. If you are unsure, there is no risk of digital copies running out, so you can wait for reviews.
Does GTA 6 run on PS4?
No. The game is current-gen only: PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Is GTA 6 out yet?
Not yet. Launch is set for November 19, 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Until then it is only available to pre-order.
Was GTA 6 cancelled?
No. Rockstar and Take-Two keep the November 19, 2026 date and pre-orders are open.
What time does GTA 6 unlock?
According to the Brazilian PlayStation Store, at 12 a.m. on November 19 (Brasília time). See our release time and pre-load guide.
Does GTA 6 have microtransactions or Portuguese audio?
See the detailed guides: GTA 6 microtransactions and GTA 6 languages.
Sources: Rockstar Games, Take-Two Interactive, PlayStation Store and the Vice Wave FM guides linked above.
Cover image: Rockstar Games.
Update, 30 Oct 2026: delay rumors
Reports claim GTA 6 slipped to 2027, but IBTimes UK (28 Oct) treats them as unconfirmed: Rockstar still lists 19 Nov 2026 for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S on its official store. Digital pre-load starts 12 Nov, and physical copies, which ship as a code in the box, also begin shipping and retailer pickup on 12 Nov, according to Rockstar Support. Release dates are schedules, not guarantees, and the game has been delayed twice before (May 2025 and November 2025).
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