Rockstar has confirmed the GTA VI pre-load date. PS5 players can start downloading the game on Tuesday November 10 at midnight in their own time zone. Xbox Series X|S players start at the same moment worldwide, 12 a.m. GMT on November 10.
The download is big. Rockstar says the pre-load file needs up to 212 GB depending on the device. The full game launches on November 19.
GTA VI Pre-Load Time on PS5
On PS5 the pre-load opens at midnight local time on November 10. That means players in New Zealand start first and players in the US start last. You need a digital pre-order on your account for the download to appear.
Everything about the game is collected in our GTA VI hub.
GTA VI Pre-Load Time on Xbox
Xbox works differently. Pre-loading begins globally on November 10 at 12 a.m. GMT. Every Xbox player in the world starts at the same time.
GTA VI Download Size: Up to 212 GB
Rockstar says the pre-load needs up to 212 GB depending on the device. Clear your space now and start the download as soon as it opens. A file this size can take hours on a slow connection.
Code-in-Box Copies Start November 12
Players who bought the code-in-box version get it from retailers starting November 12. There is no disc in that box. The code unlocks the digital version.
Free Leonida Map and Cover Poster on Launch Day
On November 19 Rockstar will add a printable GTA VI cover art poster and a map of Leonida to the official site as a free download. A physical double-sided version follows in the Rockstar Store. It costs $0.99 on its own or comes free with any store purchase.
You can see the world of Leonida in our GTA VI screenshots gallery.
When Does GTA VI Unlock?
Rockstar has not given an exact unlock time yet. This announcement confirms the launch date only: November 19. Demand is already at record levels before launch. We will update this page the moment Rockstar confirms unlock times.
