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GTA 6 Countdown
Live timer to Thursday, November 19, 2026, shown in your own time zone.
Counts to midnight on Nov 19 where you are. Rockstar hasn't announced an exact unlock time.
Key GTA 6 dates
| Date | What happens | Status |
|---|---|---|
| June 25, 2026 | Pre-orders opened | Done |
| Nov 10, 2026 | Digital preload opened (PS5 midnight local, Xbox midnight GMT) | Open now |
| Nov 12, 2026 | Code-in-box copies reach stores | Confirmed |
| Nov 19, 2026 | GTA 6 launches on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S | Launch |
| Before Nov 20 | Buy to get the Vintage Vice City Pack | Bonus |
When will GTA 6 unlock in my region?
Rockstar has given a date, not a time. Preload opened at midnight local time on PS5 and at midnight GMT on Xbox, and many big releases unlock the same way. These are projections, not official times:
| City | PS5 (if midnight local) | Xbox (if midnight GMT) |
|---|---|---|
| New York (ET) | 12:00 a.m., Nov 19 | 7:00 p.m., Nov 18 |
| Los Angeles (PT) | 12:00 a.m., Nov 19 | 4:00 p.m., Nov 18 |
| London (GMT) | 12:00 a.m., Nov 19 | 12:00 a.m., Nov 19 |
| Dubai (GST) | 12:00 a.m., Nov 19 | 4:00 a.m., Nov 19 |
| Mumbai (IST) | 12:00 a.m., Nov 19 | 5:30 a.m., Nov 19 |
| Sydney (AEDT) | 12:00 a.m., Nov 19 | 11:00 a.m., Nov 19 |
Get ready before launch
- Preload the game now (up to 212 GB)
- Check your storage space
- Study the GTA 6 map so you know where you're going
- Bookmark the cheat code tracker
FAQ
How many days until GTA 6?
The live timer on this page counts down to midnight on November 19, 2026, in your own time zone.
What time does GTA 6 unlock?
Rockstar hasn't announced an exact unlock time. The times on this page are projections based on how preload opened, and we'll replace them with official times as soon as they're published.
Can I play GTA 6 early?
No. Preloading lets you download the game early, but it only unlocks on launch day.