GTA 6 (Grand Theft Auto VI)

Grand Theft Auto VI is the next game in Rockstar Games’ open-world crime series, set in the fictional state of Leonida and its biggest city, Vice City. It follows two leads, Lucia Caminos and Jason Duval, who are pulled into a criminal conspiracy across the state after an easy score goes wrong. After two delays it comes out on 19 November 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with no PC version at launch.

Expected unlock times

Editions and prices

Trailers

• Trailer 1 (2023-12-05) — The reveal: Vice City, Leonida and Lucia, set to a classic soft-rock track. Watch
• Trailer 2 (2025-05-06) — Jason and Lucia together, and a much wider look at the state — captured on a PlayStation 5. Watch
• An Extended Look (2026-08-27) — About 26 minutes of in-game PS5 footage following Jason and Lucia on a job for Boobie Ike. Watch
• Launch Trailer (2026-10-15) — Jason and Lucia’s history and the 19 November date, debuting “Flower in a Hurricane” by Justice. Watch it on Rockstar’s site. Watch

Leonida regions named by Rockstar

• Vice City — Art deco hotels, white sand, Little Cuba and the cruise-ship port.
• Leonida Keys — An easy-going island chain beside beautiful, dangerous waters.
• Grassrivers — Primordial wetlands — gators, mangroves and worse.
• Port Gellhorn — A faded resort town of cheap motels and dirt bikes.
• Ambrosia — Sugar refinery, biker gang and old-school values.
• Mount Kalaga — A northern national park of trails, hunting and backwoods radicals.

Timeline

• 2023-12-05 — Trailer 1: Rockstar shows the game for the first time: Vice City, the state of Leonida and Lucia, with a 2025 release window. It went up a few hours early after leaking online.
• 2025-05-02 — First delay: The 2025 window becomes a firm date: 26 May 2026.
• 2025-05-06 — Trailer 2: A second trailer puts Jason and Lucia side by side, and Rockstar’s site introduces the wider cast and six regions of Leonida.
• 2025-11-06 — Second delay: Rockstar moves the game six months, to 19 November 2026, and apologises to players.
• 2026-06-25 — Pre-orders open: Pre-orders open worldwide, with prices of $79.99 and $99.99 in the US.
• 2026-08-27 — An Extended Look: A roughly 26-minute look at the game, all in-game footage captured on PS5, premieres on Netflix before reaching YouTube the same evening.
• 2026-09-17 — The Album announced: Rockstar and Atlantic Records announce Grand Theft Auto VI: The Album, 34 tracks out on launch day.
• 2026-10-15 — Launch Trailer: The third major video, called the Launch Trailer, centres on Jason and Lucia and debuts “Flower in a Hurricane” by the game’s score composers, Justice.
• 2026-11-05 — Launch Gallery: Rockstar publishes a new set of screenshots from across Leonida.
• 2026-11-10 — Pre-load begins: Digital buyers can start downloading the game ahead of launch.
• 2026-11-12 — Boxed copies: Boxed copies reach shops. The box holds a download code, not a disc.
• 2026-11-19 — Launch: Grand Theft Auto VI comes out on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S and on Xbox Cloud Gaming, alongside The Album and the Vice City Collection box.

GTA 6 guide

• GTA 6 release date, delays and launch times
• GTA 6 price, editions, collector’s box and pre-order bonus
• GTA 6 platforms: PS5, Xbox, cloud and PC
• GTA 6 pre-load and file size
• GTA 6 map: the state of Leonida and its six regions
• GTA 6 characters: Jason, Lucia and the full cast
• GTA 6 release time in every country
• GTA 6 trailers: every official video so far
• GTA 6 music: The Album, the score and the radio
• GTA 6 Ultimate Edition: price and everything included
• GTA 6 collector’s edition: The Vice City Collection ($399.99)
• GTA 6 merch: official T-shirts, caps and accessories
• GTA 6 wallpapers and official art: 4K, ultrawide and phone
• GTA 6 daily news

GTA 6 characters

• Jason Duval
• Lucia Caminos
• Cal Hampton
• Boobie Ike
• Dre’Quan Priest
• Real Dimez
• Raul Bautista
• Brian Heder

Places in Leonida

• Vice City
• Leonida Keys
• Grassrivers
• Port Gellhorn
• Ambrosia
• Mount Kalaga

Official wallpapers and art

All GTA 6 wallpapers in 4K, ultrawide and phone sizes

• Official GTA VI site (screenshots, places, people)
• Only in Leonida — Rockstar’s people and places pages
• Launch Gallery screenshots (Rockstar Newswire)
• All GTA VI videos on Rockstar Games
• Rockstar Newswire — GTA VI

Artwork © Rockstar Games / Take-Two Interactive. Shown for news, commentary and fan use; all rights belong to their owners.

Latest GTA 6 news

• GTA 6 News Roundup: Pre-orders Soar, Launch Details Emerge

When does GTA 6 come out?

19 November 2026, on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

How much does GTA 6 cost?

$79.99 (Standard) or $99.99 (Ultimate) in the US.

Is GTA 6 coming to PC?

Not at launch, and Rockstar hasn’t announced a PC date.

Where is GTA 6 set?

In Leonida, a fictional state based on Florida, including Vice City.

Who are the main characters?

Lucia Caminos and Jason Duval.

How big is the download?

Up to about 212 GB.

Is GTA 6 online or multiplayer?

Rockstar describes it as a single-player experience at launch and has not detailed online play yet.

Does the boxed version have a disc?

No. The box holds a download code, so you still download the game.

What is the pre-order bonus?

Digital pre-orders and purchases before 20 November 2026 include the Vintage Vice City Pack and one month of GTA+.

Is there a collector’s edition?

A $399.99 merchandise box, The Goodtime State – Vice City Collection. The game is not included.

Can I play GTA 6 on Xbox One?

Through Xbox Cloud Gaming, which streams it from launch day.

What song is in the Launch Trailer?

“Flower in a Hurricane” by Justice featuring Tame Impala, SZA and King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, according to Rockstar.

References

1. Grand Theft Auto VI — Wikipedia
2. Grand Theft Auto VI Pre-Load Begins on November 10 — Rockstar Newswire, 2026-11-03
3. Grand Theft Auto VI Comes to Xbox Cloud Gaming on November 19 — Xbox Wire, 2026-11-10
4. Grand Theft Auto VI Platforms, Editions, and Versions — Rockstar Games Support
5. GTA 6 Price, Single Player Revealed Ahead of Pre-orders — Variety, 2026-06
6. GTA 6 Collector’s Edition Revealed — VICE
7. Grand Theft Auto VI Pre-Load FAQ — Rockstar Games Support
8. Only in Leonida — people and places — Rockstar Games
9. Lucia Caminos — Rockstar Games
10. Grand Theft Auto VI — official site — Rockstar Games
11. Grand Theft Auto 6 has been delayed to 2026 — Video Games Chronicle, 2025-05-02
12. GTA 6 delayed 6 more months as Rockstar commits to November 2026 — GamesRadar+, 2025-11
13. Pre-Order Grand Theft Auto VI on June 25 — Rockstar Newswire, 2026-06
14. GTA 6 Launches Netflix Trailer, Extended Look Release — Variety, 2026-08
15. Grand Theft Auto 6 Announces Soundtrack Album with Tracks from Travis Scott, Morgan Wallen and Keith Richards — Consequence, 2026-09
16. Grand Theft Auto VI — Launch Trailer — Rockstar Games, 2026-10-15
17. Explore the Grand Theft Auto VI Launch Gallery — Rockstar Newswire, 2026-11-05
18. Pre-Load Grand Theft Auto VI Now — Rockstar Newswire, 2026-11-10
19. Grand Theft Auto VI — Rockstar Store — Rockstar Games

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