GTA 6 Xbox Store Lists 209.86 GB, Backend Data Shows a Bigger Download
Short answer: The Xbox Store lists GTA 6 at 209.86 GB, close to Rockstar’s official figure of up to 212 GB. Data from Microsoft’s catalog API, reported by Notebookcheck, shows 225.34 GB in gigabytes, which may be a unit difference or a day-one patch. That backend data is not confirmed.
By Jake Morrison · Sources checked by GTA6Geek Editorial · Published · Last updated · 4 min read
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Notebookcheck reports the Xbox Store now shows 209.86 GB. Data shared on X from Microsoft’s DisplayCatalog API lists the global build as 209.86 GiB, which is 225.34 GB, with the Australia and New Zealand build about the same and a Japan build slightly smaller at 208.74 GiB (224.07 GB). Notebookcheck says the gap could come from units, a different compression method on Xbox, or a day-one update. It also notes the PS5 download was reported at 210 GB on 27 October.
Is this real? Reported, but not confirmed by Rockstar yet
Who said it: Xbox Store listing and Microsoft catalog data, reported by Notebookcheck. Sources: Notebookcheck, Rockstar. Our view: the store number is public; the larger backend figure is unconfirmed. Checked: 7 Nov 2026.
Numbers compared
| Source | Size | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Rockstar | Up to 212 GB, depending on device | Official |
| Xbox Store listing | 209.86 GB | Reported |
| Microsoft catalog API (global) | 209.86 GiB = 225.34 GB | Unconfirmed |
| Microsoft catalog API (Japan) | 208.74 GiB = 224.07 GB | Unconfirmed |
Pre-load unlocks on Xbox Series X|S on 9 Nov at 7 PM ET, and on PS5 on 10 Nov at midnight local time. See the PS5 size, file size guide and Xbox Series S.
Sources
Last checked: 7 Nov 2026. Labels: Official = Rockstar or platform holder, Reported = previews or press, Unconfirmed = not stated by Rockstar.
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Frequently asked questions
How big is GTA 6 on Xbox?
The Xbox Store lists 209.86 GB; Rockstar says up to 212 GB.
Why does one source say 225 GB?
It is the same figure in gigabytes, or may include a day-one patch. Not confirmed.
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