GTA 6 comes out on Thursday, November 19, 2026 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The game unlocks at midnight local time, and digital preload has been available since November 10. No PC version has been announced. Rockstar Games and Take-Two have confirmed the date several times, most recently on November 9, 2026.
GTA 6 release date and key facts
| Release date | Thursday, November 19, 2026 |
| Release time | Midnight (12:00 AM) local time in each region |
| Platforms | PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S |
| PC | No version announced |
| Preload | Since November 10, 2026 (digital purchases) |
| Storage needed | Up to 212 GB of free space |
| Developer | Rockstar Games (Take-Two Interactive) |
| Mode at launch | Single player; the online mode does not arrive on day one |
What time does GTA 6 come out?
Rockstar has said GTA 6 unlocks at midnight local time on November 19. It is not a simultaneous worldwide launch: each region gets access when its clock hits 12:00 AM, and the time is the same on PS5 and Xbox.
| Region | Unlock time |
| US East Coast (New York) | 12:00 AM ET, Thursday, November 19 |
| US Central (Chicago) | 11:00 PM CT, Wednesday, November 18 |
| US Mountain (Denver) | 10:00 PM MT, Wednesday, November 18 |
| US West Coast (Los Angeles) | 9:00 PM PT, Wednesday, November 18 |
| UK and Ireland | 12:00 AM GMT, Thursday, November 19 |
| Central Europe | 12:00 AM CET, Thursday, November 19 |
| Mexico City | 12:00 AM, Thursday, November 19 |
| Brazil (Brasília time) | 12:00 AM, Thursday, November 19 |
The US times follow reporting that US stores use Eastern time for the whole country, so the rest of the US unlocks on Wednesday evening. The exact time can depend on your account’s store, so check the countdown on the game’s page in the PlayStation Store or Microsoft Store to be sure.
GTA 6 preload: start time and file size
- PS5: preload opened at midnight local time on November 10, 2026.
- Xbox Series X|S: preload opened worldwide at 12:00 AM GMT on November 10.
- Storage: Rockstar asks for up to 212 GB of free space, depending on the console.
- Physical copy: the box contains a download code, not a disc. It reaches stores around November 12 so you can preload the game.
Pre-ordering does not give early access: everyone starts on November 19.
Which platforms is GTA 6 on?
GTA 6 launches only on PlayStation 5 (including PS5 Pro) and Xbox Series X|S. No versions have been announced for PS4, Xbox One or Nintendo Switch 2.
As for PC, Rockstar has not announced a version or a date. Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick said in September 2026 that PC is becoming more and more important to the company, but he did not confirm a release. Any GTA 6 PC release date you see published is an estimate.
GTA 6 delays: the full timeline
| December 2023 | First trailer. Rockstar targets a 2025 launch. |
| May 2025 | First delay: new date, May 26, 2026. The second trailer is released. |
| November 2025 | Second delay: new date, November 19, 2026. |
| June 2026 | Pre-orders open. |
| August 2026 | Rockstar shows more than 26 minutes of the game in “Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look”. |
| October 2026 | Launch trailer. |
| November 10, 2026 | Preload begins. |
| November 19, 2026 | Launch. |
Could GTA 6 be delayed again?
There is no sign of a third delay. Take-Two reaffirmed November 19 in its earnings report on November 9, 2026, preload is already live and physical copies are in distribution. With the game already downloading to consoles, the date can be treated as final.
Frequently asked questions
When does GTA 6 come out?
GTA 6 comes out on Thursday, November 19, 2026 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
What time does GTA 6 unlock?
At midnight local time on November 19, 2026. The time is the same on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. In the US it is reported as midnight Eastern, which is 9:00 PM Pacific on November 18.
When is GTA 6 coming out on PC?
There is no date. Rockstar has not announced a PC version of GTA 6, so any date going around is an estimate.
Is GTA 6 coming to PS4 or Xbox One?
No. GTA 6 has only been announced for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
How many GB is GTA 6?
Rockstar says the game needs up to 212 GB of free storage, depending on the console.
How many times has GTA 6 been delayed?
Twice. It first moved from 2025 to May 26, 2026, and then to November 19, 2026.
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