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The short version
- GTA 6 pre-orders open Thursday, June 25, 2026 — at midnight local time, rolling out region by region.
- Confirmed price: $79.99 Standard Edition, $99.99 Ultimate Edition. Just two editions — no collector’s box.
- Everyone who pre-orders (before November 20) gets the Vintage Vice City Pack, plus a free month of GTA+ on digital pre-orders.
- Platforms: PS5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X|S only. No PC at launch. The game releases November 19, 2026.
After years of waiting, we finally have a real date to circle. Rockstar has confirmed that GTA 6 pre-orders go live on June 25, 2026 — and unlike most of what’s been floating around online, this comes straight from Rockstar, along with actual prices and bonus details. So let me break down exactly when you can pre-order, what it costs, which edition to pick, and what you get.
When is the GTA 6 pre-order date?
Pre-orders begin Thursday, June 25, 2026. Rockstar is opening them at midnight local time, so they unlock region by region as midnight rolls across the world — Australia and New Zealand first, then Asia, Europe, the UK, and finally the Americas.
Here’s roughly when it happens for the big regions:
| Region | Pre-orders go live |
|---|---|
| Australia (AEST) | Midnight, June 25 |
| UK (BST) | Midnight, June 25 |
| US East (ET) | Midnight, June 25 |
| US West (PT) | Midnight, June 25 (local) |
If the stores get hammered at midnight (and they will), don’t panic — there’s no limited stock on digital copies. You won’t miss out.
GTA 6 price: officially confirmed
This is the part everyone argued about for months, and now it’s settled. Rockstar confirmed the pricing:
| Edition | Price (USD) | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Edition | $79.99 | The base game + the pre-order bonus |
| Ultimate Edition | $99.99 | Base game + bonus + a big pile of exclusive in-game content |
A couple of things worth knowing. There are only two editions this time — no separate Deluxe or physical Collector’s box like GTA 5 had. And the “physical” version is a box with a download code inside, not a disc. Regional pricing (GBP, EUR, AUD, CAD) is set by each store and shows up the moment pre-orders go live on June 25.
The Vintage Vice City Pack (everyone gets this)
Whether you grab Standard or Ultimate, pre-ordering — or buying before November 20, 2026 — gets you the Vintage Vice City Pack. It’s a throwback bundle for GTA 6’s online mode:
- A ’55 Vapid Stanier sedan, plus a garage alongside Ocean Beach to park it
- Exclusive outfits and hairstyles for both Jason and Lucia
- A tropical, retro weapon pattern
- A free month of GTA+ (digital pre-orders only)
If you already know you’re buying GTA 6, there’s genuinely no reason to wait — pre-ordering costs the same and hands you free stuff.
What’s in the GTA 6 Ultimate Edition?
The $99.99 Ultimate Edition is aimed at people who plan to live in GTA Online. For the extra $20 over Standard, you get a stack of exclusive vehicles, weapons, shops, and a mission — all woven into Jason and Lucia’s world:
Vehicles
- ’95 Grotti Cheetah
- Dinka Enduro motorcycle
- Crest Kayak
- Vapid Ganado with retro mods
- ’67 Vapid Dominator Buggy (with a Watson Bay garage)
- Shitzu Squalo watercraft
Weapons
- Hawk & Little Morgan Revolvers with Vice City styling
- Personalized pistol variants
Exclusive shops & businesses
- Rideout Customs
- Sara’s Unisex Salon (signature styles — facial hair for Jason, makeup and nails for Lucia)
- Stock 305
- Electric Fang Tattoo (over 50 signature tattoos)
- One-Eyed Willie’s mod shop (off-road modifications)
There’s also a classic-car-recovery mission thrown in. And if you buy Standard now and change your mind later, Rockstar is selling an Ultimate Edition Upgrade separately, so you’re never locked out.
Standard or Ultimate — which should you buy?
Here’s my honest take. If you mostly care about the story mode, save your money and get the Standard Edition. None of the Ultimate extras change the single-player campaign in a meaningful way — they’re online-mode flexes.
If you lived in GTA Online and plan to grind GTA 6’s online from day one, the Ultimate Edition is reasonable value. The exclusive businesses and head-start vehicles save you real time and in-game cash early on. And since you can upgrade later anyway, there’s no pressure to decide tonight.
Where to pre-order GTA 6
Pre-orders are digital-first on the console stores, with physical (code-in-box) at major retailers:
- PlayStation Store (PS5 / PS5 Pro) — search “GTA 6” in the Store
- Xbox / Microsoft Store (Series X|S)
- Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop (US), Amazon UK, Argos, GAME (UK), JB Hi-Fi, EB Games (AU) for physical
Going digital on PlayStation and don’t want a card on file? Top up your wallet with a gift card first, then pre-order the second it unlocks. For the full step-by-step by country, see our how to pre-order GTA 6 guide.
Check PSN gift cards on AmazonDon’t forget: storage
GTA 6 is expected to run 150–200GB, so sort your space before launch. If your console is tight, our best SSD guide covers the right drives (and how to install one). For the full launch-day plan, see our release date guide, and meet the leads in our Jason and Lucia breakdown.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I pre-order GTA 6?
Pre-orders open on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at midnight local time, rolling out region by region. They’re available on the PlayStation Store, Xbox/Microsoft Store, and at major retailers for physical copies.
How much does GTA 6 cost?
Rockstar confirmed $79.99 for the Standard Edition and $99.99 for the Ultimate Edition. Local pricing in GBP, EUR, AUD and CAD is set by each store and appears when pre-orders go live.
What do I get for pre-ordering GTA 6?
Every pre-order (or any purchase before November 20, 2026) includes the Vintage Vice City Pack — a ’55 Vapid Stanier and Ocean Beach garage, exclusive outfits and hairstyles for Jason and Lucia, a retro weapon pattern, and a free month of GTA+ on digital pre-orders.
Is the GTA 6 Ultimate Edition worth it?
It’s worth it if you plan to play GTA Online heavily — it adds exclusive vehicles, weapons, and money-making businesses like Rideout Customs and One-Eyed Willie’s. If you mainly want the story, the Standard Edition is the smarter buy, and you can upgrade later.
Can I pre-order GTA 6 on PC?
No. GTA 6 launches on PS5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X|S only on November 19, 2026. There’s no PC version at launch, so there’s nothing to pre-order on PC yet.
Do I need to pre-order to get the bonus?
Not exactly — you just need to buy before November 20, 2026, to get the Vintage Vice City Pack. But digital pre-ordering also lets the game pre-load so you can play at midnight on launch day, so it’s the best of both.
