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Is GTA 6 down?

Check the official status pages below first. If they're all fine, try the fixes underneath.

Official status pages

Rockstar Games Service Status ↗Rockstar's own page for its online services and accounts.PlayStation Network status ↗Sony's page for PSN sign-in, the PlayStation Store and downloads.Xbox status ↗Microsoft's page for Xbox sign-in, the Microsoft Store and downloads.
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Quick fixes to try

  1. Fully restart your console. On PS5, turn it off rather than putting it in rest mode.
  2. Check for a game update and install it before playing.
  3. Test your connection in your console's network settings.
  4. If it says you don't own the game, restore licences (PS5) or set your home Xbox (Xbox). Details in the answers below.
  5. Still unlocking? Check whether it's out yet where you are.

Is GTA 6 down right now?

Check the official status pages above: Rockstar for its own services, PlayStation Network or Xbox for sign-in, the store and downloads. If they all show everything working, the problem is more likely your console or connection.

Does GTA 6 need an internet connection?

Rockstar describes GTA 6 as a single-player experience and no online mode has been announced for launch. You still need a connection to download the game and any updates from the PlayStation Store or Microsoft Store.

Why does GTA 6 say I don't own it?

This is usually a licence problem with a digital copy. On PS5, go to Settings > Users and Accounts > Other > Restore Licences. On Xbox, check the console is set as your home Xbox in Settings > General > Personalization > My home Xbox.

Why can't I start GTA 6 yet?

It may not have unlocked where you are. PlayStation Store listings show GTA 6 unlocking at midnight local time on November 19, 2026, so some countries get it hours before others.

More help: unlock times by country, file size, is there online multiplayer? and latest GTA 6 news.