November 19, 2026 at midnight local time
Rockstar lists the same local release time for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S in all regions.
GTA VI LAUNCH HUB
GTA VI release time and preload
Six Star State is an independent GTA VI guide and database. Look up confirmed vehicles and locations, and follow launch news with links to the original sources.
PlayStation 5 preload
Digital preload began at midnight local time on November 10.
Xbox Series X|S preload
Digital preload began globally at 12 a.m. GMT on November 10.
How to preload
Use the instructions for your console and check the options on your digital preorder.
PlayStation preload instructions ↗ · Xbox preorder instructions ↗
Launch news
RSS ↗News · Nov 10, 2026
GTA VI preload is available
Rockstar says players with a digital pre-order can preload GTA VI ahead of the November 19 launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
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News · Oct 15, 2026
Rockstar releases the GTA VI launch trailer
The launch trailer features a new Justice track with Tame Impala, SZA and King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard.
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