Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders are finally real. Rockstar Games confirmed on June 18, 2026 that Grand Theft Auto 6 will open pre-orders on June 25 across digital storefronts and select physical retailers. If you've been holding cash aside for this one, here's everything you need to know before that date hits.
When do GTA 6 pre-orders open?
Pre-orders go live on June 25, 2026. Rockstar confirmed this directly via their official X account, specifying that both digital storefronts and select retailers will participate. The announcement also came alongside a reveal of the official box art, which is available as a free downloadable image on the Rockstar Games website.
The rollout across all platforms and physical stores worldwide may not be perfectly simultaneous, so expect some variation depending on your region and preferred retailer.
Official GTA 6 cover art drop
How to pre-order GTA 6 on PS5 and Xbox
The process is straightforward once June 25 arrives. GTA 6 launches on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S only. There is no PC version at launch, so don't wait around for a Steam listing on day one.
Here's the step-by-step process for digital pre-orders:
- Decide whether you're going PS5 or Xbox Series X|S.
- Open your platform's digital storefront on or after June 25.
- Search for GTA 6 or Grand Theft Auto 6.
- Select the game from the results.
- Review any available editions before confirming your purchase.
- Complete the transaction. Your pre-order is locked.
- When launch day approaches, you'll be able to preload the game to your console so it's ready to play the moment servers go live.
What editions and pricing should you expect?
Rockstar has not confirmed specific editions or pricing as of June 18, 2026. Given the scale of the game, multiple editions are a reasonable expectation, but nothing is official yet.
Full pricing details are expected to follow shortly after the pre-order window opens. Keep an eye on the Grand Theft Auto 6 guides page for updates as they land.
Is there a GTA 6 PC version at launch?
No. GTA 6 will not be available on PC at launch. The game releases on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S first. A PC version has not been given a release window at this stage, which follows the same pattern Rockstar used with GTA 5 (which arrived on PC roughly 18 months after its console debut).
If you're a PC-only player, the wait is real. There's no workaround for this one at launch.
Can you preload GTA 6 before launch?
Yes. Once you've secured a digital pre-order, Rockstar will make a preload available ahead of launch day. This means the game files download to your console in advance, so you're not stuck staring at a progress bar when everyone else is already playing.
Preload timing hasn't been confirmed yet, but most major releases open preloads between 3 and 7 days before launch.
Why pre-order GTA 6 at all?
GTA 6 is already influencing console hardware sales months before launch. Demand is real and documented. Whether pre-order bonuses get announced closer to June 25 or not, locking in early guarantees you're not scrambling for stock on launch day, particularly for physical copies at retail.
For fans of adventure games with open-world scope, this is the release the genre has been building toward for over a decade. Getting your pre-order in early is the simplest way to make sure you're playing it on day one rather than waiting for restocks.
For more coverage on everything surrounding the game's release, the full Grand Theft Auto 6 guides collection will be updated as Rockstar releases new information on editions, pricing, and launch details.