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GTA 6 countdown: how long until launch
The countdown to November 19, 2026, on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Below: what happens between now and launch, and answers to the questions that matter.
GTA 6 launch
November 19, 2026
72days
08hours
48min
51sec
PS5 and Xbox Series X|S
The milestones from here to launch
- Now Preorders
Preorders open (since June 25, 2026): Standard at $79.99, Ultimate at $99.99, Vintage Vice City Pack bonus.
- November 12, 2026 Preload
Preloading starts for digital preorders: download everything and wait for the unlock.
- November 19, 2026 Launch
GTA 6 unlocks on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Our map and tracker start filling with real data.
Launch FAQ
When exactly does GTA 6 come out?
November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The date is official, confirmed by Rockstar Games, and preorders are open.
What time does GTA 6 unlock?
The unlock is global and simultaneous, not at midnight in each time zone: the reference point being reported is around 05:00 UTC on November 19, roughly 6:00 am in Italy. The exact time to the minute should be confirmed closer to launch.
Is GTA 6 coming to PC?
Not at launch: no PC version has been announced. Rockstar’s track record suggests a later port, but that is a projection, not a date.
Can I download anything yet?
Preloading starts on November 12, 2026 for digital preorders. Before that date there is nothing to download.
What if Rockstar delays again?
The game has already been delayed twice, but with preorder money collected a third delay would be unprecedented. If it happens, this countdown updates automatically.
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