GTA 6 Release Date: November 19, 2026
GTA 6 comes out on Thursday, November 19, 2026 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Here’s the live countdown, the confirmed platforms and how we got here.
Counting down to 00:00 Eastern Time (ET), November 19, 2026.
GTA 6 release details
| Release date | November 19, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Platforms | PlayStation 5, PS5 Pro, Xbox Series X|S |
| PC version | Not announced |
| Online multiplayer at launch | No, launches single-player first |
| Pre-orders | Open since June 25, 2026 (price & editions) |
| Setting | Leonida and Vice City (see the map) |
GTA 6 delay history
- Trailer 1 (December 2023): Rockstar announced a 2025 release window.
- First delay: the date moved to May 26, 2026.
- Second delay (November 2025): the date moved to November 19, 2026.
- Since then: Take-Two has reaffirmed November 19 on every earnings call, most recently on August 7 and at its September 17, 2026 shareholder meeting.
What to do before launch
- Get to know the six confirmed regions of Leonida so you know where you’re headed.
- Check whether the PS5 Pro makes a difference before you upgrade.
- Compare Standard vs Ultimate Edition. You can upgrade later, so there’s no rush.
- Bookmark the interactive map. Verified locations go live from day one.
GTA 6 release date FAQ
What is the GTA 6 release date?
Grand Theft Auto VI releases on November 19, 2026 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Take-Two has repeated this date on every earnings call since setting it, most recently in August and at its September 17, 2026 shareholder meeting.
Has GTA 6 been delayed?
Yes, twice. It was first aimed at 2025, then moved to May 26, 2026, then moved again in November 2025 to November 19, 2026. There’s no sign of a third delay.
Is GTA 6 coming to PC?
Not at launch. Only PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions have been announced. Rockstar has historically released PC versions later, but no PC version or date has been announced.
Will GTA 6 Online be available at launch?
No. Take-Two has said GTA 6 launches as a single-player experience, and GTA Online (for GTA 5) will keep being supported after GTA 6 releases.
What time does GTA 6 unlock?
Rockstar hasn’t published unlock times yet. Digital games usually unlock at midnight local time or at a fixed global time. Our countdown runs to midnight Eastern Time on November 19, and we’ll update this page when Rockstar confirms regional times.
Sources: Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive official statements. Checked 2026-09-25.