GTA 6 Countdown
GTA 6 releases on Thursday, November 19, 2026, for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
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▶ Out now — go play!
Shown in your local time · counts down to Thursday, November 19, 2026 (time not yet official)
- Release date
- Thursday, November 19, 2026
- Platforms
- PS5, Xbox Series X|S
- Price
- $79.99 / $99.99
- Pre-order
- Open (since June 25, 2026)
- Last verified
- July 7, 2026
Global unlock times
When the countdown hits zero, here is the local time in cities around the world.
| City | Local unlock time |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 9:00 PM · Wed, Nov 18 * |
| New York | 12:00 AM · Thu, Nov 19 * |
| São Paulo | 2:00 AM · Thu, Nov 19 * |
| London | 5:00 AM · Thu, Nov 19 * |
| Berlin | 6:00 AM · Thu, Nov 19 * |
| Paris | 6:00 AM · Thu, Nov 19 * |
| Istanbul | 8:00 AM · Thu, Nov 19 * |
| Riyadh | 8:00 AM · Thu, Nov 19 * |
| Dubai | 9:00 AM · Thu, Nov 19 * |
| Cairo | 7:00 AM · Thu, Nov 19 * |
| Mumbai | 10:30 AM · Thu, Nov 19 * |
| Bangkok | 12:00 PM · Thu, Nov 19 * |
| Jakarta | 12:00 PM · Thu, Nov 19 * |
| Hanoi | 12:00 PM · Thu, Nov 19 * |
| Manila | 1:00 PM · Thu, Nov 19 * |
| Kuala Lumpur | 1:00 PM · Thu, Nov 19 * |
| Singapore | 1:00 PM · Thu, Nov 19 * |
| Tokyo | 2:00 PM · Thu, Nov 19 * |
| Seoul | 2:00 PM · Thu, Nov 19 * |
| Sydney | 4:00 PM · Thu, Nov 19 * |
* Rockstar has not announced the exact unlock hour. The times below assume a ~midnight-Eastern / 05:00 UTC global unlock — based on reporting and the GTA V precedent (local-midnight launches). This page updates the moment Rockstar confirms.
Frequently asked questions
When does GTA 6 come out?
GTA 6 releases on Thursday, November 19, 2026, for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
How much does GTA 6 cost?
The Standard edition is $79.99 and the Ultimate edition is $99.99 (USD). Prices vary by region — see our price-by-country table.
What is the difference between Standard and Ultimate?
Ultimate costs $20 more and adds premium vehicles, weapons, apparel and in-game shops. It does not include early access — everyone plays at launch.
Is GTA 6 coming to PC?
No PC version has been announced. At launch it is PS5 and Xbox Series X|S only. An early-2027 PC port is rumored but unconfirmed.
Is GTA 6 on PS4 or Xbox One?
No. GTA 6 is a current-generation release: PS5 (including PS5 Pro) and Xbox Series X|S only.
Who are the GTA 6 main characters?
The two protagonists are Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos. Lucia is the series' first non-optional female lead.
Where is GTA 6 set?
In the fictional state of Leonida — inspired by Florida — and a modern-day Vice City.
When did GTA 6 pre-orders open?
Pre-orders opened at midnight local time on June 25, 2026, on the PlayStation and Xbox stores.
What is the GTA 6 pre-order bonus?
Every pre-order includes the Vintage Vice City Pack. Any purchase before November 20, 2026, receives it.
Does the GTA 6 physical edition have a disc?
No. The physical edition is a code-in-box — a single-use download code, no disc.
When does GTA 6 preload start?
Digital preload begins November 12, 2026, one week before launch.
Does GTA 6 include GTA+?
Digital pre-orders include one free month of GTA+.
What time does GTA 6 unlock?
Rockstar has not announced the exact unlock hour. Reporting and the GTA V precedent point to around midnight Eastern / 05:00 UTC, but this is not yet official. Our countdown updates the moment it is confirmed.
Was GTA 6 delayed?
Yes, twice — from a 2025 window to May 26, 2026, and finally to November 19, 2026.