Pre-load announced
Rockstar announces downloads starting November 10, with different rules for PS5 and Xbox. Pre-loading does not mean early access to the game.
NEXT STOP LEONIDA / GTA VI
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Announced date: 2026-11-19 · PS5 / Xbox Series X|S
The original score is by Justice
The French duo composes the adaptive original score. The announcement introduces the single Pusher and schedules the full album for December 11.
Launch trailer
Jason and Lucia take center stage in the launch trailer, which reaffirms the November 19 release for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
An Extended Look
An extended presentation captured on PS5 offers a broader look at the world of GTA VI. The video is also available on the official website and YouTube channel.
Pre-orders get a date
The announcement sets pre-orders for June 25 and details editions and bonuses. This milestone is dated June 24, when the announcement was published.
Next stop: November 19, 2026
Rockstar postpones the release to November 19, 2026. This is the current date at the last check, replacing the earlier May plan.
Current date when checkedTrailer 2: Jason and Lucia
The second trailer reveals more of the duo and the conspiracy in Leonida. The official website also expands its character and region information.
The first date: May 26, 2026
The release moves out of the 2025 window to May 26, 2026. This is a historical date, later superseded by the November announcement.
Superseded release planTrailer 1: welcome back to Vice City
The first trailer reveals GTA VI and Leonida, initially planned for 2025. We use December 4, the publication date listed on the official video page.
Superseded release planThe next GTA is in development
In a community update, Rockstar confirms that development of the next Grand Theft Auto is underway. The GTA VI name has not yet been revealed.