Is GTA 6 out? Launch live
GTA 6 launches on November 19, 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Each store unlocks at its own midnight, so it comes out region by region over about 19 hours.
GTA 6 unlocks at midnight on each store, from November 18 to 19, 2026.
New Zealand unlocks first at 11:00 UTC on November 18, Mexico last at 06:00 UTC on November 19.
Updated . Midnight local release in every region confirmed by Rockstar Support; unlock times checked on the PlayStation Store and Microsoft Store listings, see the release time guide.
Live updates
Live updates start on November 18, when the first store unlocks. Until then, the unlock table and the checklist below are current.
Launch week, in your time
Release time guideTimes in UTC. Each store unlocks at its own midnight, New Zealand first and Mexico last.
Wed to Thu, 18 to 19 November
Before you play
- Pre-load the gamePre-load opens November 10 for digital pre-orders; boxed codes from November 12.
- Free up storageHow much space GTA 6 needs on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
- Check your unlock timeEach store unlocks at its own midnight; the full table by region.
- Pick an editionStandard and Ultimate, prices and what each includes.
- Claim the pre-order bonusThe bonus window closes when November 20 begins.
- Boxed copy ownersThe box holds a download code, not a disc.