When Does GTA 6 Come Out? Official Release Date and Details

Grand Theft Auto VI officially launches on Thursday, November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles, as verified by Rockstar Games, Xbox, and GTA 6 Countdown. The release date follows multiple schedule updates from the developer.

Interest and excitement surrounding the new title have run high among players waiting to return to the franchise's fictional settings.

When did Rockstar Games announce the release dates?

Rockstar Games first pointed to a scheduled release window before officially setting a date for May 26, 2026, via the Rockstar Games Newswire. In a statement addressing the initial timeline, Rockstar Games wrote: "Hi everyone, Grand Theft Auto VI is now set to release on May 26, 2026. We are very sorry that this is later than you expected. The interest and excitement surrounding a new Grand Theft Auto has been truly humbling for our entire team. We want to..."

Following that window, the title faced a subsequent delay. Rockstar Games updated the launch timeline to late 2026, issuing a statement that read: "Hi everyone, Grand Theft Auto VI will now release on Thursday, November 19, 2026. We are sorry for adding additional time to what we realize has been a long wait, but these extra months will allow us to finish the game with the level of polish you..."

What platforms and editions will be available?

Grand Theft Auto VI is confirmed for release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S hardware, according to Rockstar Games and Xbox. Plans for a PC release remain unconfirmed in the available official material.

Players looking to secure copies gained access to pre-orders starting June 25, 2026, courtesy of Rockstar Games. The developer also introduced the Grand Theft Auto VI: Ultimate Edition alongside a Vintage Vice City Pack pre-order bonus.

Who are the main characters and setting?

The game centers on protagonists Jason and Lucia. According to Rockstar Games, the narrative places Jason and Lucia inside a criminal conspiracy stretching across Vice City, USA, and the state of Leonida after an easy score goes wrong.

What happens next leading up to launch?

Pre-loads for Grand Theft Auto VI officially began on November 10, 2026, managed by Rockstar Games. The rollout culminates in the worldwide console launch on November 19, 2026.