Last updated: September 23, 2026
GTA 6 unlocks in the UK at 00:00 GMT on Thursday 19 November 2026 — that’s the moment Wednesday night turns into Thursday. It costs £69.99 (Standard) or £89.99 (Ultimate), and preload starts on 12 November.
Counting down to 00:00 GMT, 19 November 2026.
| UK release date | Thursday 19 November 2026 |
| Unlock time | 00:00 GMT (midnight Wednesday night) |
| Preload | From 12 November 2026 |
| Standard Edition | £69.99 |
| Ultimate Edition | £89.99 |
| Platforms | PS5, PS5 Pro, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S |
| Physical copy | Code in a box, no disc |
Retail boxes contain a download code, and copies bought before 20 November include the Vintage Vice City Pack.
Midnight GMT, as Wednesday 18 November becomes Thursday 19 November 2026.
£69.99 for Standard and £89.99 for Ultimate on the digital stores.
Yes. New Zealand gets it 13 hours earlier and Sydney 11 hours earlier than the UK, only because of time zones.
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