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Grand Theft Auto VI pre‑load starts Nov 10 ahead of its Nov 19 launch

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Rockstar Games confirmed that players can begin pre‑loading Grand Theft Auto VI on November 10, setting the stage for a November 19 worldwide launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Key points

  • Pre‑load for Grand Theft Auto VI begins on November 10.
  • The game’s official release date is November 19.
  • It will launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
  • Pre‑order options remain open through Rockstar’s channels.

According to an official Rockstar Games news release, the pre‑load period for Grand Theft Auto VI will open on November 10, allowing owners of PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S to download the game ahead of its official release.

The full game is slated to launch on November 19, marking the first new entry in the flagship series for the current generation of consoles.

Pre‑load window opens on November 10

Rockstar notes that pre‑orders are still being accepted, giving prospective players the chance to secure a copy and ensure they are ready for the pre‑load window.

Activating the pre‑load will let gamers download the title in advance, but they will not be able to play until the official launch time on November 19, as is standard for timed releases.

Launch scheduled for November 19 on next‑gen consoles

The announcement reiterates that Grand Theft Auto VI will be exclusive to the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S platforms at launch, with no mention of other hardware.

Reader questions

When can I start downloading Grand Theft Auto VI?

The pre‑load period opens on November 10, according to Rockstar Games.

When is Grand Theft Auto VI officially releasing?

The full game is scheduled to launch on November 19.

Which consoles will receive Grand Theft Auto VI at launch?

The title will be available for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Source: rockstargames.com

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