When Does GTA 6 Come Out in Your Country? (Release Time)
Quick answer: GTA 6 releases worldwide on November 19, 2026. Digital copies typically unlock at a set time, so your exact local launch depends on your time zone. Rockstar will confirm the precise unlock time closer to launch.
When does GTA 6 come out in your country?
Grand Theft Auto VI launches everywhere on the same date — November 19, 2026. For digital copies, the game usually unlocks at a specific time, which then translates to different local clock times depending on your region. So everyone gets it on (or around) November 19, with the exact moment depending on your time zone.
How global unlock times work
Rockstar typically sets an unlock time for digital pre-orders rather than launching at midnight everywhere at once. The exact GTA 6 unlock time hasn't been confirmed yet, but it will be announced closer to release. Pre-loading the digital version in advance is the surest way to start playing the instant it goes live in your region.
How to play at launch wherever you are
- Pre-order the digital version (from June 25, 2026) and pre-load it before launch.
- Check the official unlock time for your time zone once Rockstar confirms it.
- Free up around 160–180 GB of storage ahead of time.
Frequently asked questions
When does GTA 6 come out?
Worldwide on November 19, 2026, for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. The exact local unlock time depends on your time zone.
Will GTA 6 release at the same time everywhere?
Digital copies usually unlock at a set time, so the local clock time varies by region, but the date is November 19, 2026 globally.