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GTA 6 launch: live updates

Every confirmed GTA VI launch development as it happens: unlock times, patches, server status and new answers. Each entry is timestamped (US Eastern) and labelled.

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  1. Confirmed

    We re-checked Rockstar's official pages: the release is still Thursday, November 19, 2026, on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.

    Release date and unlock time →

  2. Confirmed

    Rockstar Store physical (code-in-box) orders start shipping. The box has a download code, no disc.

    What's in the box →

  3. Confirmed + reported

    Pre-loading opens. Rockstar's site switches to "Pre-Load Now". The install size is reported at up to 212 GB.

    Pre-load steps and size →

  4. Confirmed

    Rockstar announces that GTA VI pre-loading begins November 10.

    How to pre-load →