GTA 6 pre-load times
Pre-loading opens on Tuesday 10 November 2026, but the exact time depends on your console. Everything on this page is confirmed by Rockstar.
Last updated: 8 November 2026
- PS5 digitalConfirmed00:00 local, Tue 10 NovPre-load opens at midnight in your own time zone.
- Xbox Series X|S digitalConfirmed00:00 GMT, Tue 10 NovOpens at the same moment worldwide: 7pm ET on Monday 9 November in the US.
- Boxed copiesConfirmedIn stores Thu 12 NovThe box contains a download code, not a disc. Redeem it to pre-load.
- Free space neededConfirmedUp to 212 GBThe exact size depends on your console. Clear space before pre-load opens.
Pre-load times by platform
| Platform | Pre-load opens | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| PS5 (digital) | 00:00 local time, Tue 10 Nov 2026 | Midnight in your own time zone. |
| Xbox Series X|S (digital) | 00:00 GMT, Tue 10 Nov 2026 | Same moment worldwide: 7pm ET / 4pm PT on Mon 9 Nov in the US. |
| Boxed copies (PS5 and Xbox) | In stores from Thu 12 Nov 2026 | Download code in the box, no disc. Redeem the code to pre-load. |
Xbox pre-load time in your country
Xbox pre-load opens at 00:00 GMT for everyone, so in some countries it starts the evening before. On PS5 it always opens at midnight local time.
| Country / region | Xbox pre-load opens (local) |
|---|---|
| UK and Ireland | 00:00 Tue 10 Nov |
| USA East / Canada East | 19:00 Mon 9 Nov |
| USA Pacific (PT) | 16:00 Mon 9 Nov |
| Canada, British Columbia | 17:00 Mon 9 Nov |
| India | 05:30 Tue 10 Nov |
| Pakistan | 05:00 Tue 10 Nov |
| UAE | 04:00 Tue 10 Nov |
| Saudi Arabia | 03:00 Tue 10 Nov |
| Australia East (Sydney) | 11:00 Tue 10 Nov |
| Australia West (Perth) | 08:00 Tue 10 Nov |
Pre-load checklist
- Buy or pre-order the digital version, or pick up a boxed copy (code) from 12 November.
- Free up to 212 GB on your console's storage.
- Turn on automatic downloads in your console's settings so the pre-load starts without you.
- Leave the console in rest or standby mode with a connection so the download can finish.
- Play from 00:00 local time on Thursday 19 November. See release times by country.
GTA 6 pre-load FAQ
When does GTA 6 pre-load start on PS5?
PS5 digital pre-loading starts at midnight (00:00) local time on Tuesday 10 November 2026, so it opens at a different moment in each time zone.
When does GTA 6 pre-load start on Xbox?
Xbox Series X|S digital pre-loading starts at 00:00 GMT on Tuesday 10 November 2026 for everyone at the same moment. In the US that's 7pm ET (4pm PT) on Monday 9 November.
How big is the GTA 6 download?
You need up to 212 GB of free space. The exact size depends on your console.
Does the boxed copy of GTA 6 have a disc?
No. Boxed copies contain a download code instead of a disc. They are in stores from Thursday 12 November 2026, so you can redeem the code and pre-load before launch.
Can I play GTA 6 as soon as the pre-load finishes?
No. Pre-loading only downloads the game. It unlocks at 00:00 local time on Thursday 19 November 2026 (Nov 19).
Sources: Rockstar's pre-order and pre-load announcements, reported by Guru3D, PCWorld and PlayNews. More detail in our release date and pre-order guide.