GTA 6 launch times confirmed by Rockstar
Rockstar has confirmed the official unlock times for GTA 6 on its 19 November 2026 launch day, with regional start times now published. GameRant reported the details on 7 November 2026, giving players a clear picture of when they can start playing.
When can I play GTA 6 on launch day?
Rockstar has confirmed the official release times for GTA 6, so players can now work out when the game unlocks where they live. GameRant reported the times on 7 November 2026, ahead of the 19 November 2026 launch on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
The times are set by region, so your start depends on where you are rather than a single worldwide moment. Check the listing for your region before planning your launch day.
What does this mean for launch day?
A confirmed unlock time takes the guesswork out of launch day. Instead of watching for the game to appear, players can plan around a set time and know when their download needs to be ready.
GTA 6 arrives on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S on 19 November 2026. No PC version has been announced.
What we're still waiting on
- A PC version of GTA 6, which has not been announced
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