Rockstar Confirms GTA 6 Preload Dates, File Sizes and Physical Map
Rockstar Games has officially announced preload dates and file sizes for Grand Theft Auto VI ahead of its November 19 launch, though reports differ on the exact storage requirements. Some outlets report install sizes of approximately 86 GB on PlayStation 5 and 89–90 GB on Xbox Series X|S, while others cite a figure of up to 212 GB for Xbox consoles; the discrepancy has not been explained. Preloading is set to begin on November 10 according to one report, or on June 12 for PS5 and June 13 for Xbox according to another, suggesting possible regional or revised scheduling. The company also confirmed that certain physical editions will include a map of the fictional Leonida setting and a cover art poster, and released a new screenshot of Vice City. Global launch timing will follow midnight local time in most regions.
- Official preload dates and global release times have been confirmed by Rockstar, but sources conflict on whether preloading starts November 10 or in mid-June
- Reported install sizes vary significantly: some cite ~86–89 GB across platforms, while one report lists up to 212 GB for Xbox Series X|S
- Physical editions will include a map of Leonida and a cover art poster
