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GTA VI pre-load begins November 10

Digital pre-orders can download GTA VI ahead of its November 19 release. Rockstar says the pre-load may require up to 212 GB of free space, depending on the device.

Gaming 2026-11-06 3 min read OtaHub Editorial

What time does GTA VI pre-load open?

  • PS5: Midnight local time on November 10.
  • Xbox Series X|S: Midnight GMT on November 10 worldwide, which is 7 a.m. in Vietnam.

These times apply to digital pre-orders. Retail boxes containing a download code are due to start reaching stores on November 12. You can start downloading once you have the code and redeem it.

How to turn on automatic pre-loading

On PS5, enable automatic downloads and leave the console on or in Rest Mode. On Xbox Series X|S, enable automatic updates and leave the console on or in Sleep mode. Check your available storage before pre-load opens, especially if you already have several games installed.

A night scene in Vice City: police cars on a bridge, police boats on a canal beside a yacht and mansions, and a helicopter overhead
Police pursue by road and water in Vice City. Image: Rockstar Games.

Sources: Rockstar’s pre-load FAQ · Rockstar’s pre-load announcement