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Rockstar has confirmed Grand Theft Auto 6 will launch with a staggered midnight local time release across global regions on November 19, with New Zealand players gaining access first due to time zone advantages. The United States will see the game go live at midnight Eastern Time, meaning West Coast players can begin playing at 9 PM Pacific on November 18.
GTA 6 releases at midnight local time in each region on November 19
New Zealand will be the first region to access the game at launch
US East Coast unlock occurs at midnight ET on November 19
A fan has built an elaborate custom LEGO diorama recreating a scene from the upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6, complete with the game's logo. The creation showcases detailed craftsmanship based on officially released promotional material for the title.
Sony has begun running outdoor advertisements in Tokyo that prominently pair Grand Theft Auto VI with the PlayStation 5 brand, despite the title being a multiplatform release also coming to Xbox. The billboard campaign marks a notable escalation in Sony's marketing efforts to associate the highly anticipated open-world sequel with its console ecosystem.
What we know better
release timingGrand Theft Auto VI will release at midnight local time in each region on November 19.
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