EST0
ALS0
WI-A
LIONS
GAL
VFB
SHK
SCP
ATM
MUN
BAR
AVL
BODO
LILL
FEY
INT
LAS
SLB
Newcastle0
Everton1
Deportivo2
Osasuna1
Atalanta0
Parma3
Lorient0
Brest2
DOLPH
WPR
ASSAM135
KNTKA496/5 (117 ov)
MEGHA144
NAGA254 & 73/3 (25 ov)
TPURA268 & 54/4 (22 ov)
SAU118
BENG143
MAHA207/9 (79 ov)
ODSA
JHK258/5 (108 ov)
CHD49/3 (20 ov)
TN571/7d
CGR284
HYD275/9 (83 ov)
DELHI299/6 (90 ov)
SVCS266
GOA397
BIHAR107 & 63/3 (22 ov) (f/o)
GUJ534/9d
KER74/3 (23 ov)
HP153
RAJ78 & 297/4 (87 ov)
NZ
IND
UAE
OMA
BAN
WI
HH-W
MR-W
CD
AUCK
OTAGO
CANT
NED183/3 (36/50 ov, target 183)
MS-W109 (18.1/20 ov, target 125)
PS-W124/9
LUL98/2 (11.4/20 ov, target 98)
POA97/9
BIK174/3
JAB172/7 (20 ov, target 175)
CHR129/6
SPR131/5 (16.4/20 ov, target 130)
KAY180/6
KAG181/6 (19.4/20 ov, target 181)
ALH0
SHO1
MAN
ROMA
Sassuolo2
Fiorentina4
CAHN0
KYO0
Grand Theft Auto VI or GTA 6 is now about a week away from pre-loading. Rockstar Games has confirmed that digital pre-loading starts on Tuesday, November 10 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, and that code-in-box copies will reach retailers from November 12. Players in India should plan for a late-night start on PlayStation and an early-morning one on Xbox.
Key Dates at a Glance
| Platform | Pre-Load Starts | Time | Code-in-Box Copies |
|---|---|---|---|
| PlayStation 5 | Tuesday, November 10 | Midnight, local time | From November 12 |
| Xbox Series X|S | Tuesday, November 10 | 12:00 a.m. GMT | From November 12 |
For players in India, midnight on November 10 IST is 6:30 p.m. GMT on November 9, so PlayStation 5 pre-loading opens on the evening of November 9 in GMT terms. Xbox pre-loading opens at 5:30 a.m. IST on November 10.
Prepare for a Large Download
The pre-load file is up to 212 GB, depending on the device. That is a significant amount of storage, so check your free space before November 10. Starting the download early gives you the best chance of being ready when the game unlocks.
Rockstar’s support site has step-by-step instructions for pre-loading on both consoles. Read them before the window opens so you are not troubleshooting at midnight.
A Free Poster and Map Arrive on November 19
On November 19, Rockstar will add an official printable Grand Theft Auto VI cover art poster and a map of Leonida to its official website as a free digital download. A double-sided physical version of the poster will be available shortly after launch from the Rockstar Store, for $0.99 on its own or as a free gift with any purchase from the store.
Where to Learn More
Rockstar’s official site has the latest videos, including An Extended Look, which shows more of the game’s world. The Only in Leonida section explores the game’s setting, and the music page includes in-game radio previews and singles from Grand Theft Auto VI: The Album. Details on the Ultimate Edition are also available there.
For background on the series and its previous releases, see the Grand Theft Auto VI Wikipedia page, and the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and Series S pages for hardware information.
For more gaming news and coverage, visit TechnoSports and our gaming section.
Sources:
- Rockstar Games: Grand Theft Auto VI, the official game site
- Rockstar Support: Pre-loading guide, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S pre-load instructions
- Grand Theft Auto VI on Wikipedia, for series background
FAQs
When does GTA 6 pre-loading start on PS5 and Xbox?
Digital pre-loading starts Tuesday, November 10 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. PlayStation starts at midnight local time, while Xbox starts at 12:00 a.m. GMT.
What time does GTA 6 pre-loading start in India?
On PS5, pre-loading opens at midnight IST on November 10, which is 6:30 p.m. GMT on November 9. On Xbox, it opens at 5:30 a.m. IST on November 10.
How large is the GTA 6 pre-load download?
The pre-load file is up to 212 GB, depending on the device.
When will the free GTA 6 poster and map be available?
Rockstar will add a printable cover art poster and a map of Leonida to its official website as a free digital download on November 19.
