Rockstar officially opened GTA 6 pre-orders on June 25, 2026, alongside the confirmed release date of November 19, 2026. If you’re on PlayStation or Xbox, you can lock in your copy right now through official storefronts. Whether you are on PlayStation or Xbox, you will be able to lock in your copy starting that date.
Where to Pre-Orders GTA 6?
According to Rockstar’s official announcement, GTA 6 pre-orders will go live on digital storefronts and at select physical retailers. You can pre-order directly through the PlayStation Store or the Microsoft Store. Rockstar has not yet announced all retail partners, so keep an eye on their official channels for updates on additional locations.
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The November 19 Release Date Is Still Confirmed
The November 19, 2026 release date remains confirmed. Rockstar first targeted May 26, 2026, before pushing the launch to November 19 to allow additional development time, and nothing since has changed that. They described the extra time as necessary to deliver the level of quality their audience expects, and given how large and ambitious GTA 6 is, most fans understand the reasoning.
The Cover Art Is Finally Here
Along with the pre-order announcement, Rockstar also dropped the official GTA VI cover art through a video posted across its social media accounts.
The response was massive, the post racked up millions of likes within hours of going live on Instagram, which tells you everything about the level of anticipation surrounding this game.
You can download the official cover art directly from the Rockstar Games website if you want a high-quality version for wallpapers or fan content.
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How Much Does GTA 6 Cost?
Rockstar has confirmed pricing: the Standard Edition is $79.99, and the Ultimate Edition is $99.99. For the full breakdown of what each edition includes, see our GTA VI pricing guide.
Why This Matters for GTA Fans?
Grand Theft Auto V launched in September 2013, which means GTA VI is arriving nearly 13 years later. That is an extraordinarily long gap between mainline entries in one of the best-selling video game franchises ever.
The expectations are enormous, and every piece of news, from the trailer to the cover art to a pre-order date, feels meaningful because the wait has been so long.
If you haven’t pre-ordered yet, you can do so right now through your preferred storefront.
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