Rockstar Games says console players can pre-load Grand Theft Auto VI starting November 10, ahead of its November 19 launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The download may require up to 212GB of free space, making storage planning a practical concern for players with limited console capacity.
Key takeaways
- Pre-loading begins November 10 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
- Rockstar lists the download at up to 212GB, depending on the device.
- Code-in-box editions are expected at retailers from November 12; the game launches November 19.
The details come from Rockstar’s announcement. The 212GB figure is a maximum, not a guaranteed identical install size for every console.
Pre-load timing differs by console
On PS5, pre-loading is scheduled to begin at midnight on November 10 in each player’s local time zone. Xbox Series X|S downloads begin globally at 12 a.m. GMT on November 10, which falls on the evening of November 9 in US time zones such as Eastern Time.
The early download window gives digital buyers nine days to get the game onto their consoles before launch. Rockstar’s support guidance, as reported by PCMag, says players should enable automatic updates and leave their console on or in rest or sleep mode for downloads to proceed.
Plan for a large installation
At up to 212GB, GTA 6 could take a substantial share of available console storage. For comparison, that is roughly a quarter of the advertised 825GB capacity of the launch PS5 before accounting for system software and other installed games. Xbox Series S owners, particularly those with the 512GB model, may face tighter space constraints.
The actual room needed can vary by device, and players should check available storage ahead of November 10. Rockstar has not provided further details in the announcement about storage expansion requirements.
Box editions and a free map poster
Code-in-box versions for both consoles are expected to appear at retailers beginning November 12. The format provides a physical box, but players should check product listings for edition details before purchasing.
Rockstar also plans to release a free digital download of a double-sided poster featuring the game’s cover art and a map of Leonida on November 19. A physical version will be sold through the Rockstar Store for $0.99, or included as a free gift with a store purchase. GTA 6 is scheduled to launch on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S on November 19; the announcement did not confirm a PC release date.
Via Rockstar Games