Key UK dates for GTA 6
- Now: pre-download open for pre-orders on PS5 and Xbox (opened 10 November).
- 00:00 GMT, Thu 19 Nov: GTA 6 unlocks on PS5 (PlayStation says midnight local time).
- 06:00 GMT, Thu 19 Nov: Xbox Cloud Gaming streaming starts (1am ET). Details
- 19 Nov 2026 23:59:59: Xbox UK deadline for the Vintage Vice City Pack and GTA+ month with digital purchases.
- 31 Mar 2027: last day to claim the free GTA+ month on PS5. How to claim
Answers
PacksGTA+ free month: how to claim it, and how to stop it renewingPacksPacks explained: Vintage Vice City Pack, Ultimate Upgrade and GTA+LaunchXbox Cloud Gaming in the UK: starts 06:00 GMT, and you must buy the gameLaunch212GB download: UK broadband times and how much space you needOnlineDoes GTA 6 Online launch on day one?OnlineFiveM and roleplay (RP) servers: why there won't be any at launchOnlineInvite-only sessions, crews, cross-play and PS Plus: what's announcedBuyingCode-in-box: how to redeem it, and why to avoid grey-market keys
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