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Official screenshot · Vice City · Source: Rockstar Games
GTA6 pre-launch checklist: platform, pre-load, edition and day-one plan
GTA6's official launch (2026-11-19) is getting close. This checklist helps you sort out everything before launch.
1. Choose your platform
- Launch is PS5 and Xbox Series X|S only; the PC version is unannounced.
- If you only have a PC, you'll need to wait for an official announcement (rumors point to 2027, unconfirmed).
2. Choose your edition
| Edition | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $79.99 | Players who just want the base game |
| Ultimate | $99.99 | Players who want vehicles/weapons/outfits + extra story-related content |
3. Pre-order & pre-load
- The pre-order bonus Vintage Vice City Pack is available until 2026-11-20.
- Digital pre-load opens on 2026-11-12; the physical edition is a download code (no disc).
- Digital pre-orders include one free month of GTA+.
4. Storage & network
- No specific storage size has been announced; leave plenty of free SSD space.
- You'll need an internet connection on day one to download/activate — check your network and storage ahead of time.
5. Day-one plan
- On launch day (11-19), dive into the single-player campaign first.
- The online mode (GTA Online 2) will not be available at launch — don't wait for it.
- Follow this site: from launch day we'll update main-story, easter egg, collectible and ending guides.
Specific details are subject to official Rockstar Games announcements.
Where to buy
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