<em>Grand Theft Auto 6</em> is set to be released soon, and the anticipation has reached new heights. Fans have been eagerly awaiting this installment for over a decade, and the limited information — just two trailers in two years — has only intensified the speculation.
With the release just months away and preorders already available, now is the time to join the GTA 6 excitement before it takes off. If you missed any significant updates, here’s everything you need to know about GTA 6 ahead of its launch.
Release Date of GTA 6
GTA 6 will be released on Thursday, November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles. Rockstar representatives have consistently confirmed that this November release date is final, despite ongoing concerns about potential delays. Currently, there is no confirmed release date for a PC version of GTA 6, nor for the rumored Nintendo Switch 2 port.
The November 19 date has been the official release date since last fall. Initially scheduled for release before the end of 2025, it has faced two delays: first pushed from 2025 to May 2026, and then finally set for November of this year.
Trailers for GTA 6
So far, GTA 6 has released two trailers. The first trailer appeared unexpectedly on YouTube on December 4, 2023. This trailer confirmed the series’ return to the Miami-inspired Vice City and provided our first glimpse of its updated map along with our protagonists, Lucia and Jason, alongside some hints about story elements related to trust.
This trailer also showcased a colorful array of side characters inhabiting Vice City, featured in faux social media clips throughout. It primarily served as an introduction to the world of GTA 6, while the second trailer focused more on the storyline.
The second trailer was released on May 6, 2025, following much speculation. It provided additional footage of Lucia and Jason in action and was accompanied by images and bios for some major characters in GTA 6. This trailer also confirmed the first delay, revealing the May 2026 release date.
As of now, these are all the trailers available. The cover art was teased briefly on June 18, 2026. Notably, real gameplay footage of GTA 6 has yet to be seen as of this writing.
Price of GTA 6
While initial rumors suggested that GTA 6‘s price could reach $100, preorders have confirmed the final pricing. The Standard Edition will retail for $79.99, while the Ultimate Edition will cost $99.99.
Deluxe editions of major releases often reach $100, but this price remains relatively high even as many titles trend towards $70 price points. Nintendo was a pioneer in establishing an $80 standard with its Switch 2 launch title Mario Kart World, priced at $79.99, with GTA 6 following suit.
Preorder Details for GTA 6
Preorders for GTA 6 are currently available, having started on June 25 after the cover art reveal. You can preorder either the Standard or Ultimate Edition from your preferred game retailer until November 20.
All preorder purchases will include a complimentary DLC called the Vice City Vintage Pack. This pack features mostly cosmetic items including:
- Linen suit for Jason
- Red sequin mini dress for Lucia
- Mullet hairstyle for Jason
- Curl hairstyle for Lucia
- ’55 Vapid Stainer vehicle
- Palm tree weapon pattern
- Ocean Beach garage
- One-month subscription to GTA+
Apart from cosmetics, this preorder bonus includes gameplay-impacting items such as the ’55 Vapid Stainer vehicle and an additional garage at Ocean Beach. The Stainer is a vintage car reminiscent of the two-tone Oceanic featured in GTA: Vice City.
The exclusive weapon skin draws inspiration from the palm tree shirt worn by Tommy Vercetti, the protagonist of Vice City. The cosmetics reflect an ’80s aesthetic, further connecting GTA 6‘s themes to its roots.
A complimentary month of GTA+ is also included with preorders. This premium membership service offers special in-game bonuses in GTA Online, which will not launch with GTA 6, but can be accessed in the current version of GTA Online. Subscribers can also enjoy a library of Rockstar games including titles like GTA Online, single-player versions of GTA 5, GTA 3, Vice City, and more.
Differences Between GTA 6 Standard & Ultimate Editions
No matter which edition you choose to preorder, you’ll receive the bonus content. However, there are exclusive features included with the $100 Ultimate Edition that are not available with the $80 Standard Edition. The Ultimate Edition bonuses include:
- ’95 Grotti Cheetah vehicle
- Hawk & Little Morgan Revolver
- Personalized weapon variants for Jason’s Girardi ES9 pistol and Lucia’s Klose K17 pistol
- Exclusive Vice City-themed outfits, hairstyles, tattoos, and other cosmetics
- Dinka Enduro motorcycle with army fatigue design
- Crest kayak
- Exclusive mods for Jason’s Vapid Ganado pickup truck
- ’67 Vapid Dominator buggy
- Paradise Garage (Watson Bay)
- Macca the Alligator apparel and accessories
- Pit Youngin$ compound raid mission
- Classic car collection missions
- Rideout Customs shop
- Sara’s Unisex Salon
- Stock 305 clothing shop
- Electric Fang tattoo shop
- One-Eyed Willie’s auto shop
This extensive list controversially includes gameplay content that is locked behind a more expensive purchase option. In addition to that, players will receive extra weapons, vehicles, and customization options exclusive to the Ultimate Edition.
Please note that there will be no physical edition available at launch. The game will only be accessible through digital downloads. Even if you buy a “physical” copy from a retail store, you will only receive a box containing a code that allows you to activate your license and download the game.
This concludes our current knowledge about this year’s most anticipated gaming release. We’ll have to wait untilGrand Theft Auto 6‘s release on November 19 to learn more.
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