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On November 19, 2026, Rockstar adds a printable cover-art poster and a map of Leonida as a free digital download on its official site. A double-sided poster is due to follow shortly after launch through the Rockstar Store.
Source: Rockstar Games Newswire · As of 9 Nov 2026
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Exact date: 4 February 2022
OfficialIn a community update on the Newswire, Rockstar Games officially confirms for the first time that the next entry in the series is in development.
Source:Rockstar Games Newswire (opens in a new tab)
As of 9 Nov 2026
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Exact date: 4 December 2023
OfficialRockstar releases the first trailer, introduces Leonida and Vice City and names 2025 as the target at the time for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. On the date: Rockstar's video list shows December 4, 2023, while the linked Newswire post is dated December 5, 2023.
Source:Rockstar Games Newswire (opens in a new tab)
As of 9 Nov 2026
3 entries
Exact date: 2 May 2025
OfficialRockstar moves GTA VI from fall 2025 to May 26, 2026, citing its own quality standards.
Source:Rockstar Games Newswire (opens in a new tab)
As of 9 Nov 2026
Exact date: 6 May 2025
OfficialRockstar releases the second trailer, which puts the story of Jason and Lucia front and center.
Source:Rockstar Games Newswire (opens in a new tab)
As of 9 Nov 2026
Exact date: 6 November 2025
OfficialRockstar announces the second delay: GTA VI now launches on November 19, 2026.
Source:Rockstar Games Newswire (opens in a new tab)
As of 9 Nov 2026
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Exact date: 25 June 2026
OfficialGTA VI can be pre-ordered as Standard Edition and Ultimate Edition. All pre-orders receive the Vintage Vice City Pack.
Source:Rockstar Games Newswire (opens in a new tab)
As of 9 Nov 2026
Exact date: 27 August 2026
OfficialRockstar shows around 27 minutes of gameplay, first on Netflix and then on YouTube and its own website.
Source:Rockstar Games Newswire (opens in a new tab)
As of 9 Nov 2026
Exact date: 15 October 2026
OfficialThe launch trailer is out, set to music by Justice, who also composed the original score.
Source:Rockstar Games Newswire (opens in a new tab)
As of 9 Nov 2026
Exact date: 3 November 2026
OfficialOn the Newswire, Rockstar names November 10, 2026 as the pre-load start and a download of up to 212 GB. According to Rockstar Support, GTA VI releases at midnight local time on November 19, 2026, in all regions and on both consoles.
Source:Rockstar Games Newswire (opens in a new tab)
As of 9 Nov 2026
Exact date: 10 November 2026
OfficialDigital pre-load begins on November 10, 2026: on PS5 at midnight local time, on Xbox Series X|S worldwide at 12 a.m. GMT. According to Rockstar the download is up to 212 GB, depending on your device.
Source:Rockstar Games Newswire (opens in a new tab)
As of 9 Nov 2026
Exact date: 12 November 2026
OfficialThe boxed version contains a download code and no disc. According to Rockstar it is due at retailers from November 12, 2026.
Source:Rockstar Games Newswire (opens in a new tab)
As of 9 Nov 2026
Exact date: 19 November 2026
OfficialRockstar Games names November 19, 2026 as the release date for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. According to Rockstar Support, the game releases at midnight local time in all regions on both consoles. Rockstar has not announced a PC version.
Source:Rockstar Support (opens in a new tab)
As of 9 Nov 2026
Exact date: 19 November 2026
OfficialOn November 19, 2026, Rockstar adds a printable cover-art poster and a map of Leonida as a free digital download on its official site. A double-sided poster is due to follow shortly after launch through the Rockstar Store.
Source:Rockstar Games Newswire (opens in a new tab)
As of 9 Nov 2026
