GTA 6 countdown

A live timer to launch day, November 19, 2026 — with the preload countdown, key dates, and what the unlock moment looks like around the world.

Key GTA 6 dates

Aug 27, 2026 — Extended look at GTA 6 streams on Netflix
Nov 12, 2026 — Digital preload opens; boxed copies (download code) reach retail
Nov 19, 2026 — GTA 6 launches on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S

Already happened: first trailer Dec 5, 2023 · release date confirmed · pre-orders opened Jun 25, 2026 ($79.99 / $99.99).

Rockstar hasn't announced the exact unlock hour yet. This page counts to midnight in your timezone and updates the moment official unlock times are published.

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Launch moment around the world

Scenario: a single simultaneous global unlock at midnight US Eastern. If Rockstar instead unlocks at local midnight per region, everyone simply starts at 12:00 AM on Nov 19 local time. This table updates when Rockstar confirms.

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When does GTA 6 come out?

Grand Theft Auto VI launches Thursday, November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. It is the first mainline GTA release since September 17, 2013 — a gap of over thirteen years, the longest in the series' history. The date was confirmed by Rockstar after two shifts: from an original fall-2025 window to May 26, 2026, and then to the final November 19 date.

Preload: get ready a week early

Digital pre-orders can begin preloading on November 12, 2026, a full week before launch — an unusually long preload window that signals a very large install. Boxed retail copies, which contain a download code rather than a disc, also reach stores on November 12 so physical buyers can redeem and preload too. If your connection is slow, that week matters: run your numbers in the download time calculator.

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ListCalc is an independent fan-made tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Rockstar Games or Take-Two Interactive. Grand Theft Auto and GTA are trademarks of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. Prices, dates and sizes reflect official announcements as of August 2026 and may change; always confirm at checkout.

Frequently asked questions

When does GTA 6 come out?
GTA 6 launches Thursday, November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. No PC version has been announced.
What time does GTA 6 unlock?
Rockstar hasn't announced exact unlock times yet. Big console launches typically unlock either at midnight local time or in a single global moment (often midnight US Eastern). This page will update as soon as official times are published.
When can I preload GTA 6?
Preloading starts November 12, 2026 for digital pre-orders. Boxed copies — which contain a download code, not a disc — also arrive at retail on November 12 so physical buyers can preload during the same week.
How long has it been since GTA V?
GTA V released on September 17, 2013. By GTA 6's launch on November 19, 2026, the gap will be 13 years and 2 months — the longest wait between mainline GTA games ever.
Was GTA 6 delayed?
Yes, twice: from an original fall-2025 window to May 26, 2026, and then to the final confirmed date of November 19, 2026.
Can I put this countdown on my own website?
Yes — it's free. Use the Embed button on this page to copy a one-line snippet that renders the live countdown anywhere and keeps itself up to date.

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