Launching Thursday, November 19, 2026

GTA 6 Countdown

Exactly how long until Grand Theft Auto VI unlocks — counting down live.

GTA 6Launch Countdown
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NOV 19, 2026

Every key date

  1. June 25, 2026Preorders opened
  2. August 27, 2026Extended Look aired — 26 minutes of gameplay, now free on YouTube
  3. November 12, 2026Digital preload begins
  4. November 19, 2026GTA 6 launches worldwide
  5. November 20, 2026Preorder bonus cutoff (Vintage Vice City Pack)

What happens on launch day

GTA 6 arrives as a single-player experience starringJason Duval and Lucia Caminosacross the state of Leonida. The moment it unlocks, ourinteractive Leonida map switches from the pre-launch edition to the full launch map — missions, collectibles, weapons and every location, searchable and trackable.

Not sure which version to buy? Oureditions and pricing breakdowncovers what's actually inside Standard and Ultimate, andthe release date guidehas the full delay history.

Countdown FAQ

How many days until GTA 6?

The live counter above updates every second. GTA 6 launches on Thursday, November 19, 2026.

What time does GTA 6 unlock?

Rockstar has not announced official unlock times yet. Major console releases typically unlock at midnight local time, and we will update this page the moment Rockstar confirms.

When can I preload GTA 6?

Digital preloading begins November 12, 2026 — one week before launch — for anyone who has preordered.

Is the GTA 6 release date final?

As final as it gets. Preorders are live, preload dates are set and marketing is in full swing. The game was delayed twice before this date, but a third delay at this stage would be extraordinary.

Which platforms does GTA 6 launch on?

PlayStation 5, PS5 Pro, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. There is no PC version at launch and none has been announced.