Overview
- Rockstar began pre-orders at midnight local time on June 25, with Grand Theft Auto VI set to launch on November 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. Take‑Two confirmed two editions and prices: Standard for $79.99 and Ultimate for $99.99, with pre-orders (and physical code boxes) including a Vintage Vice City Pack when purchased before November 20.
- Physical boxed copies will contain a single download code rather than a game disc and all code and digital orders can preload from November 12 to be ready for the November 19 release.
- The disc‑less decision prompted immediate consumer and retailer pushback, brief sellouts and scalper resales, and some independent stores said they will not stock code‑only boxes.
- Unconfirmed industry reports suggest a possible disc release in December, Rockstar has not confirmed that timing, and the company said GTA Online will not be available at launch, leaving online plans unresolved.