GTA 6 launch week calendar
Short answer: Pre-load opens 10 November, boxed copies reach shops from 12 November, and GTA 6 launches on 19 November 2026. A fan-made GTA 5 Last Ride is planned for 18 November.
By Jake Morrison · Sources checked by GTA6Geek Editorial · Published · Last updated · 4 min read
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| Date | What happens | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 10 Nov | Pre-load opens: midnight local time on PS5, 12 a.m. GMT on Xbox Series X|S. Up to 212 GB. | Official |
| 12 Nov | Boxed copies (a code in the box, not a disc) reach retailers. | Official |
| 18 Nov | GTA 5 “Last Ride”, a fan-made goodbye drive. No set start time. | Reported |
| 19 Nov | GTA 6 launches on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. | Official |
| 11 Dec | The Original Score by Justice album comes out. | Reported |
Every date is in your own time zone unless stated. See your unlock time by country.
Is this real? Yes, reported by major outlets
Who said it: Rockstar Games Newswire (official dates); GameRant (Last Ride). Sources: 2. Our view: Preload, boxed-copy and launch dates are official. The Last Ride is a fan event. Checked: 10 Nov 2026.
What to do each day
- 10 Nov: start the pre-load and free up space. Problems? Read preload not showing and preload slow.
- 12 Nov: boxed buyers redeem the code. See pre-load details.
- 18 Nov: optional GTA 5 Last Ride. See what it is.
- 19 Nov: launch. Follow our live updates.
Stay away from “early unlock” files. They are scams: GTA 6 scams.
Sources
Last checked: 10 Nov 2026. Labels: Official = Rockstar or platform holder, Reported = previews or press, Unconfirmed = not stated by Rockstar.
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Frequently asked questions
When can I pre-load GTA 6?
From 10 November 2026: midnight local time on PS5 and 12 a.m. GMT on Xbox Series X|S.
When do boxed copies reach shops?
From 12 November. The box holds a download code, not a disc.
When does GTA 6 launch?
19 November 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
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