When Is GTA 6 Coming Out?
November 19, 2026on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. Confirmed by Rockstar in Trailer 2. No delay announced. Here's everything: the official release date, pre-order dates, the PC release window, and every rumor - updated as Rockstar reveals more.
Countdown to November 19, 2026
When Does GTA 6 Come Out?
November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. The release date was officially announced by Rockstar Games in Trailer 2 on May 6, 2026, alongside the reveal of dual protagonists Lucia Caminos and Jason Duval. It is the only confirmed release date Rockstar has published - everything else you read online is an estimate.
GTA 6 Release Date Timeline
Every confirmed date from announcement to launch - and the rumored PC window.
Trailer 1 dropped
Rockstar released the first GTA 6 trailer - 93 million views in 24 hours, a YouTube record.
Trailer 2 + release date confirmed
Trailer 2 confirmed the November 19, 2026 launch date and named dual protagonists Lucia Caminos and Jason Duval.
Pre-orders went live
Standard Edition at $79.99 and Ultimate Edition at $99.99 went live on PlayStation Store and Microsoft Store.
Pre-load begins
Players who pre-ordered digitally can start downloading the full game 7 days before launch.
GTA 6 launches
Game unlocks worldwide on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. No PC version at launch.
PC release window
Based on Rockstar's historical pattern. Not officially confirmed - treat as speculation.
GTA 6 PC Release Date
Rockstar has not announced a PC release date for GTA 6. Official The game launches on consoles only - PS5 and Xbox Series X/S - on November 19, 2026. There will be no PC version on day one.
Based on Rockstar's historical pattern, the GTA 6 PC release window is most likely late 2027 or 2028. RumorHere's why:
- GTA 5 launched on consoles in September 2013 and reached PC in April 2015 - a 19-month gap.
- Red Dead Redemption 2 launched on consoles in October 2018 and reached PC in November 2019 - a 13-month gap.
- An ex-Rockstar producer explained that the delay isn't about neglecting PC gamers - it's a business case: Rockstar ships the higher-volume console versions first, then takes the time to optimize the PC port.
For PC gamers stuck waiting, a parody called Phantom Vice Auto is launching on Steam the same day as GTA 6's console release - a small consolation.
GTA 6 Pre-Order Date & Price
Pre-orders went live June 25, 2026 - the same day Rockstar dropped the second trailer. Two editions, no middle tier:
- Standard Edition - $79.99: the full game.
- Ultimate Edition - $99.99: includes five exclusive in-game shops (Rideout Customs, Stock 305, Electric Fang Tattoo, PTT Youngin$ Compound, One-Eyed Willie's).
Pre-ordering either edition before November 20, 2026 unlocks the Vintage Vice City Pack at no extra cost: a 1955 Vapid Stanier classic car, a private garage near Ocean Beach, and retro outfits for Jason and Lucia. The bonus disappears after November 20.
Pre-load begins November 12, 2026 - one week before launch. You can start downloading the full game and play the moment it unlocks on November 19. For the complete breakdown of editions, the no-disc situation, and PS5 vs Xbox demand, read our GTA 6 pre-order guide.
Is GTA 6 Delayed?
No.As of July 2026, Rockstar has not announced any delay. The November 19, 2026 release date stands. No credible source has reported a postponement. The Danganronpa creator's joke about "just play GTA 6" was about a different game's delay, not GTA 6's. If Rockstar ever does announce a delay, we'll update this page the same day.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is GTA 6 coming out?
GTA 6 comes out November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. The date was officially confirmed by Rockstar Games in Trailer 2, released May 6, 2026.
When does GTA 6 come out on PC?
Rockstar has not announced a PC release date for GTA 6. Based on Rockstar's pattern - GTA 5 took 2 years to reach PC, RDR2 took 1 year - the GTA 6 PC release window is likely late 2027 or 2028. This is an estimate, not an official confirmation.
Is GTA 6 delayed?
No. As of July 2026, Rockstar has not announced any delay. The November 19, 2026 release date stands. No credible source has reported a postponement.
When do GTA 6 pre-orders ship?
Physical pre-order boxes start shipping November 12, 2026 - one week before launch - to allow preloading. But the box contains a download code, not a disc. You can start downloading on November 12 and play the moment the game unlocks on November 19.
How much does GTA 6 cost?
The Standard Edition costs $79.99 and the Ultimate Edition costs $99.99. There is no middle tier. Pre-ordering either edition before November 20, 2026 includes the Vintage Vice City Pack bonus at no extra cost.
Will GTA 6 be on PS4 or Xbox One?
No. GTA 6 is current-gen only - PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. Rockstar has not announced PS4 or Xbox One versions, and the game's ray-traced lighting and 700+ enterable interiors require current-gen hardware.