GTA 6 release date and time: when can you play?
After two delays, the date is locked: GTA 6 launches Thursday, November 19, 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Here's when you can start playing, and what happens until then.
What time does it unlock?
The digital version unlocks at midnight local time in most regions. That means midnight on the night of Wednesday 18 to Thursday 19 November where you live.
Players in parts of Asia and Oceania get in hours earlier, simply because of time zones.
Preload from November 12
If you pre-ordered digitally, the download can start a week before launch. The game is expected to be huge, so clear some SSD space now.
Reviews land just before
According to insider NateTheHate, Rockstar has started sending review copies and the first reviews would go live on November 18. This is not official, so take it with caution.
A date that moved a lot
GTA 6 was first slated for fall 2025, then May 26, 2026, before a second delay to November 19, 2026.
The launch trailer released on October 15, 2026 confirmed the date. No further delay has been announced since.
What about PC?
There's no PC version on November 19. We cover the rumors in our dedicated article.
FAQ
What time does GTA 6 release?
At midnight local time on November 19, 2026 for the digital version in most regions.
Can you preload GTA 6?
Yes, from November 12 if you pre-ordered the digital version.
Could GTA 6 be delayed again?
No new delay has been announced. The October 15 launch trailer confirmed November 19.
Is GTA 6 coming to PS4 or Xbox One?
No. It launches only on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Get GTA 6 cheat codes on launch day
One email on November 19 with verified codes and the first guides. After that, only big news. Zero spam.