How big is the GTA 6 pre-load, and when does it start?
The short answer
GTA 6 pre-loading opened on 10 November 2026 and needs up to 212 GB, depending on your console. Pre-loading lets you download early, but the game only unlocks at midnight local time on 19 November.
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When pre-load started
- PlayStation 5: Tuesday 10 November 2026, at midnight local time in your time zone.
- Xbox Series X|S: Tuesday 10 November 2026, at 12 a.m. GMT, at the same moment worldwide.
How much space you need
Up to 212 GB, depending on your device. Free the space before you start so the download does not stall.
When you can actually play
At midnight local time on 19 November 2026, in every region, on both consoles. Pre-loading only gets the files onto your console early.
Steps
- Pre-order the digital version on your console's store, or redeem the code from a code-in-box copy.
- Make sure at least 212 GB is free on the drive you will install to.
- Start the download from your console's game library and leave it to finish.
- Launch the game after midnight local time on 19 November.
Rockstar's support site has console-specific pre-load instructions if the download does not start.
Boxed copies
Rockstar calls the retail versions for both consoles "code-in-box". They were due at retailers from 12 November 2026.
Sources
- Grand Theft Auto VI Pre-Load Begins on November 10Rockstar Games Newswire, 3 Nov 2026
- Grand Theft Auto VI regional pre-load and release times on PlayStation 5 and XBOX Series X|SRockstar Games Support, updated 3 Nov 2026
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