GTA 6 Release Date
When is Grand Theft Auto VI coming out? Here is the latest confirmed information.
Short answer: Rockstar Games has confirmed GTA 6 launches on November 19, 2026 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with pre-orders opening June 25, 2026. A PC version has not been dated.
What Rockstar has officially confirmed
Grand Theft Auto VI was first revealed in December 2023, when Rockstar Games released its debut trailer and confirmed the game was set in a modern-day recreation of Vice City within the fictional state of Leonida. The studio initially said the game would arrive in 2025.
After moving from a 2025 window to May 26, 2026, Rockstar settled on a confirmed release date of November 19, 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, taking extra time for polish. The studio has also confirmed that pre-orders begin on June 25, 2026 and revealed the game's official cover art.
GTA 6 release date timeline
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| Dec 2023 | First official trailer; “coming 2025” confirmed. |
| 2025 | Release pushed back; new window moves into 2026. |
| 2025 | Second trailer released; release date set for May 26, 2026. |
| 2026 | Release moved to its confirmed date, November 19, 2026. |
| Jun 25, 2026 | Pre-orders open; official cover art revealed. |
| Nov 19, 2026 | Confirmed launch on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. |
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Why has GTA 6 been delayed?
Rockstar has framed the extra development time around quality. Grand Theft Auto VI is one of the most ambitious games ever attempted, with a huge open world, two playable protagonists and a heavy online component expected to follow. Delays on titles this large are normal, and the studio delayed both Red Dead Redemption 2 and the original GTA 5 before their eventual releases.
Can you pre-order GTA 6 yet?
Yes — pre-orders open on June 25, 2026. You will be able to reserve the game through the official PlayStation Store, Xbox Store and major retailers. Be cautious of any third-party site asking for payment or personal details to “guarantee” a copy, or offering an unusually cheap key.
Frequently asked questions
Is GTA 6 out yet?
Not yet. Grand Theft Auto VI is confirmed to launch on November 19, 2026 for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
What is the exact GTA 6 release date?
Rockstar has confirmed November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with pre-orders opening June 25, 2026.
Will GTA 6 be delayed again?
It's possible. Rockstar has delayed the game before and prioritises polish over speed. We recommend treating any date as the current target rather than a guarantee.
Is there any way to play GTA 6 early?
No. There is no early access, beta or download available. Any site offering a 'GTA 6 download' before launch is fake and potentially dangerous.