Rockstar Games has finally confirmed the GTA 6 pre-order date. Pre orders open on June 25, 2026, and the studio revealed the official cover art at the same time. This is the first real update from Rockstar since Trailer 2 in May, and it lands right on track for the game’s November 19, 2026 release.
After years of waiting, the wait for one of the biggest games ever is finally moving into its next stage. Here is everything Rockstar confirmed today.
When do GTA 6 pre orders start?
GTA 6 pre orders go live on Thursday, June 25, 2026. Rockstar shared the news on its official X account, along with the cover art reveal. That gives fans about a week to get ready before the storefronts open.
For now, June 25 is the date to mark. Rockstar has not said exactly what time pre orders will open or which retailers will be first, so the smart move is to keep an eye on the official stores as the day gets closer.
Official GTA 6 cover art revealed
Alongside the pre order date, Rockstar dropped the official GTA 6 cover art in a short video on its YouTube channel. The artwork keeps the classic Grand Theft Auto collage style, with the two playable leads, Jason and Lucia, front and center.
Around them you get the full Vice City vibe: fast cars, bikes, boats, weapons, and bright nightlife. Rockstar also shared a new line of story text with the reveal:
“When an easy score lands Jason and Lucia in a conspiracy stretching across the entire state of Leonida, the young criminal couple find themselves on the darkest side of the sunniest place in America, forced to rely on each other more than ever if they want to make it out alive.”
The cover art is also available as downloadable artwork on Rockstar’s site for fans who want it.
Which platforms can you pre order GTA 6 on?
GTA 6 pre orders will be available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and Series S. You will be able to buy through digital storefronts like the PlayStation Store and Xbox Store, as well as select physical retailers.
The game is launching with both a digital version and a physical disc, so you can grab it online or pick it up in store on launch day. If you cannot wait, you can already wishlist GTA 6 on PS5 and Xbox now to get notified the moment pre orders open.
There is still no word on a PC version. A PC port is widely expected to follow later, but Rockstar has not confirmed anything on that front.
GTA 6 release date and what comes next
GTA 6 is still set to release on November 19, 2026. Opening pre orders this early is a strong sign the game is not slipping past that date again, which should put a lot of doubters at ease after the earlier delays.
The big question now is the third trailer. Pre orders usually mean Rockstar is shifting into full marketing mode, so more details on editions, bonuses, and gameplay should follow. Some fans expect Trailer 3 around or shortly after pre orders go live, though Rockstar has not confirmed that, so treat it as speculation for now.
GTA 6 price: what we know so far
This is the part Rockstar is still keeping quiet. No official price has been confirmed yet, and there is no word on a Collector’s Edition.
Industry chatter has pointed to a base price somewhere between 79.99 and 99.99 dollars, but that is rumor and analyst talk, not an official number from Rockstar. A confirmed price, including what it works out to in your region, will likely come closer to or on June 25 itself.
Bottom line
The GTA 6 pre order date is locked for June 25, 2026, the cover art is out, and the November 19 launch is looking solid. The next thing to watch for is pricing and a possible third trailer. We will update this post as soon as Rockstar shares more.
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