GTA VI comes in two editions: Standard at $79.99 and Ultimate at $99.99, a difference of $20. Both contain the complete game for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. The Ultimate adds extra vehicles, weapons, apparel, tattoos, locations, missions and access to exclusive in-game stores. Details checked October 30, 2026 against Rockstar, Take-Two and major outlets.
Key takeaways
- The core story and open world are the same in both editions.
- The Ultimate is a content bundle, not a bigger game, and you cannot yet judge its value before launch.
- Pre-orders made before November 20, 2026 get the Vintage Vice City Pack in either edition.
Side by side
| Item | Standard | Ultimate |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $79.99 | $99.99 |
| Full game | Yes | Yes |
| Extra vehicles and weapons | No | Yes |
| Apparel and tattoos | No | Yes |
| Extra locations and missions | No | Yes |
| Exclusive in-game stores | No | Yes |
| Pre-order Vintage Vice City Pack | Yes | Yes |
Contents as described by Rockstar and reported by Fortune and other outlets. The exact list of items has not been fully published.
Who should buy the Standard
If you want the story, Vice City and the open world, the Standard Edition gives you the game. Rockstar said there are no microtransactions at launch, so you are not missing core progression. You can also wait for reviews and decide whether you want extras.
Who should buy the Ultimate
The Ultimate suits collectors and players who want exclusive cosmetic items on day one. An analyst estimate said about 89 percent of pre-orders were Ultimate, but that figure comes from an estimate, not from Take-Two. Because it contains extra missions and locations, it can offer more to do on launch week.
Physical or digital
At launch the physical edition contains a download code and not a disc, and Rockstar said discs would follow later. You can pre-load from November 12, 2026, and store listings reported a download size of about 210 GB, which is unconfirmed. Make sure you have the space ready.
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