GTA VI pre-download starts November 10
Compiled from 7 sources · Updated 4 Nov 2026, 01:01 · AI-assisted, every point checked against its source · How we make our news →
Rockstar Games confirmed Grand Theft Auto VI will begin pre-loading on 10th November. The start date was announced by Take-Two and reported by Eurogamer. Pre-loading will begin at midnight local time on PlayStation 5 and 12am GMT on Xbox Series X/S. The game launches on November 19.
At a glance
- Pre-download begins on 10th November for both PlayStation and Xbox.
- Pre-order customers can download the game before the November 19 launch.
- Players are advised to free up at least 212GB of storage space.
Dates to know
- 10th November: Pre-download begins for PlayStation and Xbox
- November 19: GTA VI launches on PlayStation 5
All upcoming UK release dates →
How sure can we be?
The pre-download start date is confirmed by Rockstar Games, Sony, and Take-Two. Multiple independent sources back the announcement, and the company has made official statements. The storage requirement and launch date are also confirmed through official channels.
Why it matters
Gamers can prepare for the release by freeing up storage space and pre-ordering to access the pre-load. The pre-load start date and launch date are now clear, helping players plan their gaming schedule.
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What's changed (3 updates)
- 4 Nov 2026, 00:47: Now Unconfirmed (was Confirmed): PS5 and PS5 Pro owners can start pre-loading GTA 6 at midnight local time on Tuesday, 10th November.
- 4 Nov 2026, 00:47: Now Unconfirmed (was Confirmed): Xbox Series X and Series S owners can start pre-loading GTA 6 from 12AM GMT (midnight in the UK).
- 4 Nov 2026, 00:47: Dates now reported: 10th november, midnight local time, november 10, november 12, november 19, november 19th, november 9 (previously 10th november, 12am gmt, november 10, november 19, november 19th).
Sources (7)
- Official: PlayStation Blog: Grand Theft Auto VI pre-download begins November 10
- Official: Take-Two
- Official: Sony
- Eurogamer: Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-load begins on 10th November, file size and regional timings released
- Digital Foundry: GTA 6 Pre-Load: Date and Disk Space Requirements Confirmed for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S
- TechPowerUp: GTA 6 Will Need Up to 212 GB of Storage, Pre-Load Now Starts November 10
- TechRadar: GTA 6 digital pre-loads for PS5 and Xbox will begin 9 days early and require a whopping 212GB of free space
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