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Overview

Grand Theft Auto VI is scheduled to launch on November 19, 2026. The release date was confirmed by Rockstar Games through an official Newswire post and reaffirmed by Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick during the company's Q3 FY2026 earnings call in February 2026. The game will be available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S at launch, with a PC version expected to follow at a later date.

Release Date

The game was originally announced with a 2025 release window during its first trailer reveal in December 2023. In May 2, 2025, Rockstar confirmed a delay, pushing the release to 2025. A subsequent delay moved the window to Fall 2026. The final confirmed date of November 19, 2026 was announced via the Rockstar Newswire. Take-Two's CEO stated that marketing for the game would begin in summer 2026, signaling confidence in meeting the November deadline.

Confirmed Platforms

PlayStation 5

The PlayStation 5 is one of two confirmed launch platforms for Grand Theft Auto VI. Sony's console has been a central part of the game's marketing since the first trailer. The PS5's SSD architecture, which enables fast loading and seamless streaming of open-world environments, is well suited for Leonida's large and detailed game world.

Xbox Series X|S

The Xbox Series X|S is the second confirmed launch platform. Both the standard Series X and the digital-only Series S are included. Take-Two has confirmed that physical editions will be available at launch, countering earlier speculation that the game might launch as digital-only.

PC

A PC version of Grand Theft Auto VI has not been officially announced for launch day. However, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick addressed the topic directly, stating that "Rockstar has an approach to platforms which we've seen before, and they will make more announcements in due time." This is widely interpreted as confirmation that a PC release will follow the console launch, consistent with Rockstar's established pattern of staggered platform releases.

Excluded Platforms

Rockstar and Take-Two have confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI will not release on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One. The game is built exclusively for current-generation hardware, taking full advantage of the processing power, memory, and storage speeds offered by the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Platform Summary

Editions and Pricing

As of March 2026, Rockstar Games has not officially announced specific game editions, pricing tiers, or pre-order bonuses for Grand Theft Auto VI. Industry analysts expect a Standard Edition priced between $69.99 and $79.99, consistent with the current generation's pricing standards for major AAA releases. Premium or Collector's Editions with additional content are anticipated but have not been confirmed.

Pre-orders are not yet live. Based on the confirmed November 19 release date and Rockstar's statement that marketing will begin in summer 2026, pre-order availability is expected to open between July and September 2026. Past Rockstar launches, including Grand Theft Auto V, offered multiple editions with bonus in-game currency, exclusive vehicles, and physical collectibles. Similar offerings are widely anticipated for GTA VI.

Rockstar's Platform Release History

Rockstar Games has a well-documented history of staggered platform launches, releasing console versions first and following with a PC version months or years later. This pattern provides context for the current lack of a confirmed PC release date.

Based on this pattern, a PC release of Grand Theft Auto VI in late 2027 or early 2028 is considered likely by industry observers, though Rockstar has provided no specific timeline.