News · September 2, 2025 · 4 min read
Release Date Watch: The Road to November 19, 2026
The confirmed date, platforms, pre-load plan, and the milestones still ahead.
At a glance
- Current launch date
- November 19, 2026
- Platforms
- PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S
- Status
- Pre-orders opened June 25, 2026
Rockstar now lists Grand Theft Auto VI for November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, replacing the earlier windows that defined the first trailer campaigns.
Pre-orders opened on June 25, 2026, and pre-loading is scheduled for November 12. A PC launch date has not been announced.
Our editorial stance: ignore leak calendars, track verified marketing, and treat every rumor as entertainment until Rockstar stamps it.
From here, the useful milestones are concrete: storefront updates, installation details, performance information, and Rockstar's remaining official media drops.
Update: the window is now a date
Rockstar has officially scheduled GTA VI for November 19, 2026. The launch platforms remain PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, and no PC date has been announced.
Pre-loading begins November 12. The United States standard-edition price is $79.99, with an Ultimate Edition priced at $99.99.
How we track launch information
- Rockstar Games and Rockstar Newswire for dates, trailers, and product details.
- Take-Two investor and press releases for corporate confirmation.
- Platform storefronts for regional pricing and download details.
- No countdown changes based only on anonymous leaks or retailer placeholders.
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