Quick answer: Grand Theft Auto VI is scheduled to launch on Thursday, November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Rockstar Games has reaffirmed the date several times in 2026, and the official launch trailer released in October 2026 still carries it.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| February 2022 | Rockstar confirms the next Grand Theft Auto is in active development. |
| December 2023 | Trailer 1 reveals Vice City, Leonida and Lucia, with a 2025 release window. |
| May 2025 | Rockstar delays the game to May 26, 2026, then releases Trailer 2 introducing Jason. |
| November 2025 | Second delay: the new date becomes November 19, 2026. |
| June 2026 | Pre-orders open with Standard and Ultimate Editions. |
| October 2026 | Official launch trailer released. |
| November 12, 2026 | Digital pre-loading expected to begin (one week before launch). |
| November 19, 2026 | Launch on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. |
Rockstar explained both delays as the need for extra time to deliver the level of quality players expect. Publisher Take-Two Interactive has repeated its commitment to the November 2026 date on its 2026 earnings calls.
Rockstar has not announced a global unlock time. Console games often unlock at midnight local time in each region for digital copies. We will update this article as soon as official times are shared.
Nothing official suggests another delay. With pre-orders live, pre-load dates set and the launch trailer out, the November 19 date looks firm. Treat any delay rumour without a Rockstar or Take-Two source with caution.
Sources: Rockstar Games Newswire and official trailers; Take-Two Interactive investor statements. Last updated October 19, 2026.
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