GTA 6 Release Date, Pre-Orders & Here's When You Can Play!

Rockstar Games has finally confirmed what millions of gamers around the globe have been waiting for — the official release date of Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6). After years of speculation, leaks, and a teaser that took the internet by storm, fans now have a concrete timeline… well, almost.

🗓 GTA 6 Release Date: Mark Your Calendars for May 26, 2026

Initially expected to arrive in Fall 2025, GTA 6 has now been delayed to May 26, 2026. Rockstar stated the extra time is needed to ensure the game meets the ultra-high expectations of the franchise’s global fanbase. 🎯

This announcement came with mixed emotions — excitement for a confirmed date, but also frustration due to the longer wait. However, Rockstar promises a groundbreaking, genre-defining experience that will make the wait worth it. 🔥

📦 Pre-Orders: When and Where Can You Book Your Copy?

As of now, pre-orders for GTA VI have not officially started. However, based on Rockstar’s previous game launches (like GTA V and Red Dead Redemption 2), pre-orders are likely to go live 6–9 months before the official launch.

Expected Pre-Order Start Window:

🕒 Between August and November 2025

Players will likely be able to pre-order via:

• 🛒 Rockstar’s Official Website

• 🕹 PlayStation Store (for PS5)

• 🎮 Microsoft Store (for Xbox Series X|S)

• 🛍 Major Retailers (Amazon, GameStop, Best Buy, etc.)

Pre-order bonuses such as exclusive outfits, early access to weapons, or online perks are highly anticipated — but have not yet been confirmed. 👀

🎮 Where Can You Play GTA VI?

GTA 6 will launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. There’s no confirmed PC release yet, but Rockstar has a history of launching the PC version about a year after console releases — so expect it sometime in 2027.

Platforms Confirmed:

• ✅ PlayStation 5

• ✅ Xbox Series X|S

• ❌ PC (Not announced yet)

• ❌ PS4 / Xbox One (Not supported)

🌆 What We Know About GTA VI So Far

• 📍 Location: Vice City (Leonida) — a reimagined, modern version of Miami

• 👩‍🦰 Main Character: Lucia, the first female protagonist in GTA history

• 👫 Storyline Theme: Inspired by Bonnie & Clyde-style criminal partnerships

• 📽 Trailer Released: December 2023

 

 

 

 

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🔜 Next Big Reveal?

📅 May 15, 2025 – Rockstar’s parent company, Take-Two Interactive, is expected to share more updates during its financial results call, possibly including:

• Pre-order opening date

• Collector’s edition details

• Gameplay footage

Stay tuned for more as the countdown to May 2026 begins! ⏳

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