Grand Theft Auto VI preloads go live ahead of November 19 launch
Digital pre-orders of Grand Theft Auto VI can now be preloaded on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Xbox preloading opened at 7 p.m. ET on November 9 and PS5 preloading at midnight local time on November 10. Rockstar says the file requires up to 212 GB depending on the device. The game unlocks November 19.
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Why it matters
Players with a digital pre-order can download the game now so it is ready when it unlocks. Rockstar says the file needs up to 212 GB, more than half the usable space on a 512 GB Xbox Series S, according to Engadget.
What to watch
Physical copies reach retailers from November 12, and the game unlocks on November 19.
Sources
- Engadget: GTA 6 is now available for preload if you have a spare 212GB
- GamesRadar+: GTA 6 preload is now live for digital preorders
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