GTA VI launch countdown: date, preload and unlock time

Everything you need for launch week in one place: live countdowns, a time zone converter, a checklist and our fact-checked guides. Rockstar's date is Thursday, November 19, 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S (41 days from today). The countdowns use your own local midnight, because Rockstar has not announced an unlock time.

Launch: November 19

Digital preload: November 12

Fast facts

Launch date	November 19, 2026 (Rockstar and Take-Two have repeated it)
Platforms	PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X\|S. No PC date announced.
Preload	From November 12, 2026 for digital copies (Rockstar Support). Install size: not announced.
Unlock time	Not announced. Regional times seen online are unofficial store data.
Age rating	ESRB Mature 17+ (PEGI 18 reported)

Checked on October 9, 2026. We update this page when Rockstar publishes new details.

Time zone converter

When Rockstar names an unlock time, enter it here to see it in other countries. Until then, treat the default (midnight on launch day) as an example only.

Day in NovemberTimeTime zone of that time

Where	Local time
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Launch week checklist

Free up storage before November 12. The size is not announced, so leave plenty of room.
Update your console and check your internet plan and data cap.
Buy only from the PlayStation Store, Xbox Store or a retailer you know. Ignore "free codes" and "early download" offers.
If a child will play, set age limits and spending limits first. The game is rated for adults.

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GTA VI launch FAQ

When does GTA 6 come out?

Rockstar Games has set the launch for Thursday, November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The date has been confirmed several times, including by Take-Two, but any release date can still change.

What time does GTA 6 unlock?

Rockstar has not announced an unlock time. Regional unlock windows that circulate online come from PlayStation Store data and are unofficial. Use the converter on this page once Rockstar names a time.

When can I preload GTA 6?

Rockstar's support page says digital copies can start preloading on November 12, 2026. The install size has not been announced, so be careful with sizes quoted by fan sites.

Is there a GTA 6 PC version?

No PC version has been announced. Rockstar lists only PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Anything claiming to be GTA 6 for PC right now is a scam or a fake.

Is GTA 6 for kids?

No. Rockstar's page lists ESRB Mature 17+ descriptors, including intense violence, strong language and strong sexual content. See our parents guide for console controls.

Oggo is an unofficial fan site. Sources: Rockstar Games, Rockstar Support.