Rockstar Games launches GTA VI pre‑orders worldwide

Rockstar Games opened pre‑orders for Grand Theft Auto VI on 25 June 2026, with the title slated for worldwide release on 19 November 2026 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The Standard Edition is priced at $79.99 (≈ R$ 450) and the Ultimate Edition at $99.99‑$100, while a Collector’s version can exceed $250. All physical copies at launch will contain only a download code, sparking backlash from collectors and prompting the company to promise a separate disc‑based edition in December 2026.

The game is set in a larger fictional state called Leonida, based on Florida, expanding beyond Vice City to include beaches, swamps, suburbs and smaller towns. New gameplay elements revealed in retail listings include an in‑game smartphone for browsing social media, dynamic weather, enhanced AI and additional side activities such as fishing and gang‑base raids.

Analysts note the pricing strategy aims to keep the base price accessible while monetising premium content, a move that could influence future industry practices. Rumours of record‑breaking pre‑order sales – up to 39 million units and $3 billion revenue – have been debunked as unfounded. Security firms also warned of crypto‑based scams offering "VIP early access" for up to $250, urging players to use only official Rockstar channels.