GTA 6 editions, price, pre-order bonus, and pre-load: what to buy

GTA 6 comes in two editions: Standard and Ultimate. Pre-orders opened on June 25, 2026, and pre-load started on November 10. Here is what you get and how to be ready for launch.

What the Ultimate Edition includes

Rockstar describes the Ultimate Edition as "an exclusive collection of items threaded across all aspects of Jason and Lucia's story." Based on Rockstar's official Ultimate Edition gallery, it includes:

• Grotti Cheetah, a classic white supercar.
• Squalo speedboat for the waters around Vice City.
• Vapid Buggy and a Vapid Ganado retro build.
• A collection of classic cars and extra safehouse vehicles.
• Hawk & Little Morgan revolvers plus special weapon variants.
• Businesses and locations like Rideout Customs, Sara's Salon, Electric Fang tattoo parlor, Stock 305, One-Eyed Willie, and the PTT store.
• Vice City Style outfits and Goodtime Gear apparel.

Vintage Vice City Pack (pre-order bonus)

Everyone who buys GTA 6 before November 20, 2026, on either edition, gets the Vintage Vice City Pack, which Rockstar says "flashes back to when the neon burned brightest". It includes a classic '55 Vapid Stanier, exclusive retro looks, a weapon pattern, and a garage near Ocean Beach.

How to pre-load GTA 6

Rockstar Games@RockstarGames

Grand Theft Auto VI pre-loading is now available for everyone who has pre-ordered. If you still have yet to pre-order, now’s the time to make sure you're prepared for November 19.

1. Pre-order GTA 6 from the PlayStation Store or Microsoft Store, or redeem a code-in-box copy.
2. On PS5, open the game in your library and select Download. On Xbox, find it in Full Library and select Install.
3. Keep your console on or in rest mode with automatic downloads turned on.
4. The game unlocks at release time in your region on November 19.

Physical copies

Boxed copies of GTA 6 are code-in-box: the case contains a download code, not a disc. Rockstar confirmed on November 12 that code-in-box versions are now available at retailers worldwide.

Rockstar Games@RockstarGames

Grand Theft Auto VI is now only one week away! Thank you to everyone in the community for your incredible support. There’s still time to pre-order and pre-load so you’re ready on launch day. Code-in-box versions are also available now for pick-up at retailers worldwide.

Which edition should you buy?

• Standard if you just want the game. The story and world are identical.
• Ultimate if you want extra cars, weapons, businesses, and outfits from day one for $20 more.
• Either way, buy before November 20 to get the Vintage Vice City Pack.