GTA 6 releases on November 19, 2026 for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Digital pre-orders can pre-load from November 12 at local midnight. Rockstar hasn't announced the exact unlock minute; most coverage expects local midnight on November 19.
- Release date: November 19, 2026
- Pre-load: November 12, 2026, local midnight (digital pre-orders)
- Platforms: PS5 and Xbox Series X|S — no PC version at launch
What's confirmed
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Release date | November 19, 2026 |
| Platforms | PS5, Xbox Series X|S |
| Pre-load | From November 12, 2026, local midnight (digital pre-orders) |
| PC version | Not at launch — no date announced |
| PS4, Xbox One, mobile, Switch 2 | Not announced |
What time does GTA 6 unlock?
Rockstar has not published an exact unlock time. Most outlets expect the game to unlock at local midnight on November 19 in each region, which is how pre-load is scheduled. We'll update this page as soon as Rockstar confirms the time.
How pre-load works
- Pre-load opens at local midnight on November 12, 2026 for digital pre-orders.
- Pre-loading only downloads the game — you can't play before release day.
- Make sure you have enough free storage before pre-load starts. We'll add the exact download size once it's confirmed on both consoles.
Is GTA 6 on PC, PS4 or mobile?
- PC: not at launch. Rockstar hasn't announced a PC release date.
- PS4 and Xbox One: no. GTA 6 is only announced for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
- Mobile and Switch 2: no version has been announced.
FAQ
What time does GTA 6 unlock?+
Rockstar hasn't published an exact time. Most outlets expect local midnight on November 19, 2026, the same way pre-load is scheduled.
Can I play GTA 6 early if I pre-load?+
No. Pre-loading only downloads the game; it unlocks on release day.
Is GTA 6 coming to PC?+
Not at launch. Rockstar has not announced a PC release date.
- IBTimes: GTA 6 release date, pre-load time, editions and platforms
- Dot Esports: GTA 6 pre-load start date and timings for all regions
- GamingBible: GTA 6 release time, pre-load date and editions
- VGC: Rockstar confirms GTA 6 is coming to PS5 and Xbox
How we checked: every fact on this page comes from Rockstar's official announcements or at least two reputable outlets, linked above. GTA 6 isn't out yet — we'll update this page with our own in-game testing after November 19.