When Is GTA 6 Out? Confirmed Release Date & Full Timeline

The wait is over. After years of speculation, Grand Theft Auto VI has a confirmed release date: 19 November 2026, on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. This page tracks how we got here, from the original confirmation from Rockstar in 2022 through the trailers, the delays and the final date, and sets out what is still unknown.

The GTA 6 Announcement Timeline

Rockstar first confirmed in 2022 that a new Grand Theft Auto was in active development. The first trailer followed in late 2023, and a second trailer arrived alongside a Newswire update that set a 26 May 2026 release date.

That date did not hold. GTA 6 was delayed more than once before Rockstar settled on the current, confirmed date of 19 November 2026. Delays of this kind are normal for a project of this scale, and the studio has a long history of taking extra time rather than shipping early.

Take-Two also confirmed in June 2026 that GTA 6 will be a single-player experience at launch. An online mode is widely expected to follow at some point, but no date and no details have been announced.

What Rockstar Has Confirmed

Here is the full list of what is officially known:

Release date: 19 November 2026.
Platforms: PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S only. There is no PS4 or Xbox One version.
PC: no PC version has been announced, and no PC release date exists.
Mode: single-player at launch, per Take-Two.
UK price: £69.99 for the Standard Edition, £89.99 for the Ultimate Edition.

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The GTA Timeline: From GTA 5 to Now

Since GTA 5 was released in 2013, what have Rockstar been up to? In the same year, GTA Online launched as a component of the main game, going on to become a standalone experience in its own right.

Since then, Rockstar have released L.A. Noire: The VR Case Files in 2017 and Red Dead Redemption 2 (the prequel to Red Dead Redemption) in 2018. The company also expanded its network, acquiring what is now known as Rockstar Dundee (previously Ruffian Games) in 2020 and Cfx.re (the team behind FiveM and RedM) in 2023. In early 2025, they went on to acquire Sydney-based development studio Video Games Deluxe, which was renamed Rockstar Australia.

Which GTA 6 Rumours Turned Out to Be True?

During the long wait, plenty of theories circulated. Now that the official details are out, it is worth separating the ones that held up from the ones that did not.

Map Theories
The data breach Rockstar experienced in 2022 led to an online leak of early GTA 6 footage. Viewers spotted multiple distinct environments and concluded the game would return to a reimagined Vice City with both urban and rural areas. The trailers have since confirmed the Vice City setting, within the wider state of Leonida. What remains unconfirmed is the map's actual size — Rockstar has never published a figure, so every square-mileage number you see is a fan estimate.

Rising Costs
Rumours about the development budget have been widespread, with figures ranging into the billions. It is worth being clear that Rockstar and Take-Two have never published a budget for GTA 6. Every number in circulation is an outside estimate or speculation, however often it gets repeated.

A New Companion App
Rockstar North posted a job advert for an app developer with Android and iOS experience, sparking rumours of a GTA 6 companion app. No companion app has been announced.

What Is Still Unknown About GTA 6?

The release date is settled, but several big questions remain open. Rockstar has not announced a PC version. It has not confirmed cross-platform play or cross-progression. It has not said when an online mode will arrive or what it will include. And it has not published technical details such as map size, file size or graphics features.

If you read a confident answer to any of those questions, check whether it points to an official Rockstar or Take-Two source. Most do not.

Can You Trust GTA 6 Countdown Sites and 'Early Access' Offers?

Now that 19 November 2026 is confirmed, a countdown is easy enough to work out for yourself. Be wary of third-party countdown sites that ask for an email address or personal details in exchange for 'updates' or 'early access'.

There is no early access programme for GTA 6. Any offer promising one is most likely a tactic to collect personal data, from contact details for marketing purposes to card information intended to take your money. Buy only from the official PlayStation and Microsoft stores or trusted retailers.

How to Stay Safe Online While Waiting for GTA 6

Follow Rockstar's official channels for reliable updates, along with verified retailers and news outlets you trust. Beware of clickbait and phishing scams, and do not click links from unknown sources claiming to offer early access or leaked builds.

What's the Safest Way to Buy GTA 6?

If you choose to buy GTA 6, go through reputable retailers. For extra security, use prepaid game vouchers from trusted retailers like MobileTopUp, so you never have to share your personal payment details.

Can I Buy GTA 6 Without Sharing My Credit Card Information?

Yes. Pay with a gaming voucher instead. Choose a trusted provider like MobileTopUp and select a voucher for your platform — PlayStation or Xbox, the two confirmed platforms for GTA 6. Enter your details, then check out. Your code will be in your inbox almost instantly, ready to top up your wallet ahead of the 19 November 2026 launch.

Will GTA 6 Be Worth the Hype?

Rockstar's track record and the sheer scale of anticipation suggest GTA 6 has every chance of living up to expectations. But after more than a decade of waiting, the bar has been set extraordinarily high, and no game has an easy time clearing that.

The series has delivered consistently, and the long development period suggests a heavily refined product. Take-Two's leadership has made ambitious promises about it. The fair verdict, though, will come from reviews and players after 19 November 2026, not before.

How to Play GTA 5 Safely While You Wait

Fancy revisiting the series while you wait? Before you download any modifications, make sure your device has appropriate anti-virus software and only download from trusted websites. Do the same when buying digital add-ons, and protect your payment information by using gaming vouchers from a trusted retailer like MobileTopUp.

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