GTA 6 launches on November 19, 2026source for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|Ssource. The date comes from Rockstar and has held since the most recent delay.
When does GTA 6 come out?
The release date is November 19, 2026source. That's the date Rockstar lists on the game's official page, and it's the only date we go by. Rumors of an "early release" or secret test builds don't make it onto this page – they tend to surface right before launch and turn out to be fiction.
Has GTA 6 been delayed?
Yes. The game was delayed twice: from fall 2025 to May 26, 2026, and then to November 19, 2026source.
Delays are common for games this size, and Rockstar has moved dates before. If anything changes again, we'll update this page right away – the date at the top is always pulled from our facts database, so it reflects the latest checked information.
What time does GTA 6 unlock?
The game unlocks at midnight local time on November 19, 2026, in all regions and on both PS5 and Xbox Series X|Ssource. That comes from Rockstar's own support page. The launch rolls across the world as each region reaches midnight, so if you've preloaded you can start playing at 12:00 a.m. your time.
The physical edition contains no disc, only a download codesource. If you buy the boxed copy, you'll need to redeem the code and download the game before you can play.
Which platforms is GTA 6 on?
The game is coming to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|Ssource. PC players will have to wait – see our page on the GTA 6 PC release. Torn between consoles? Read our neutral breakdown of PS5 vs Xbox for GTA 6.
What should I do before GTA 6 comes out?
Most of the prep can be done today:
- Preload the game if you've pre-ordered digitally, so you're not stuck waiting for a download on launch day.
- Run through our launch checklist: storage, system updates and TV settings.
- Look over price and editions before you pre-order.
How do you know the date is right?
Every fact about the game on this site is pulled from a facts database where we record the source and the date we last checked it. Click the small source link next to the date to see exactly where it comes from. Anything unconfirmed is labeled "(unconfirmed)". Read more about how we work on our about page.