Short answer: Rockstar has not announced an online mode for GTA 6, and the stores describe the game as a single-player experience at launchsource. We're not guessing at dates – this page gets updated as soon as there's an announcement we can verify.
When does GTA 6 Online come out?
The game itself launches on November 19, 2026source for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|Ssource. Whether and when an online mode follows, we don't know, and the existing GTA Online for GTA V is a separate game.
You'll see sites quoting exact dates for "GTA 6 Online". If they can't point to an official source, they're guessing.
What happened with GTA Online for GTA V?
A bit of history, as context rather than a prediction: GTA V launched on September 17, 2013, and GTA Online opened on October 1, 2013 – about two weeks later. The first few days were marked by server problems before things settled down.
That's how it went then; it doesn't mean the same will happen now. Rockstar may take a completely different approach with GTA 6.
Do I need PlayStation Plus or Game Pass to play online?
What applies to GTA 6 hasn't been confirmed. In general, playing most paid games online requires a subscription – PlayStation Plus on PS5, and a Game Pass tier that includes online multiplayer on Xbox. Free-to-play games are usually the exception.
We'll update this section once we know what GTA 6 requires.
Can you use cheats or glitches online?
In GTA V, cheat codes only worked in story mode, never in GTA Online. And exploiting glitches online has previously led Rockstar to remove money and ban accounts. Read more about cheat codes and why you should be skeptical of money glitch videos.
How do I get ready?
- Make sure your PlayStation or Xbox account is in order and that you remember your login.
- Expect online services to be sluggish on launch day – more on that in our launch checklist.
- Decide which console you and your friends will play on – our guide to PS5 vs Xbox can help.