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Sourced answers to common GTA VI questions. When something isn't known yet, we say so.

When does GTA VI come out?Release

November 19, 2026, according to Rockstar's official GTA VI page. Rockstar hasn't published one global unlock time in the sources we checked, so our countdown targets midnight in your own time zone.

Sources: Rockstar Games — GTA VI

Which platforms is GTA VI on?Release

PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Rockstar's page marks PS5 as the platform the game plays best on.

Sources: Rockstar Games — GTA VI

Is GTA VI coming to PC?Release

No PC version has been announced. Grand Theft Auto V came to PC about a year and a half after its console launch, but that is history, not a promise. See our analysis page for details.

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Sources: Rockstar Games — GTA VI

How much does GTA VI cost?Buying

Press coverage of Rockstar's pre-order announcement lists $79.99 for the standard edition and $99.99 for the Ultimate Edition (US pricing). Prices in other regions and at retailers may differ.

Sources: VideoGamer

What is the pre-order bonus?Buying

The Vintage Vice City Pack, an in-game item set themed around the series' 1980s era. It's confirmed on Rockstar's page. Coverage says purchases before November 20, 2026 qualify, and digital pre-orders also include a month of GTA+.

Sources: Rockstar Games — GTA VI · VideoGamer

When can I pre-load GTA VI?Buying

Coverage of Rockstar's announcement says digital pre-loading starts November 12, 2026, one week before launch.

Sources: VideoGamer

Does the boxed copy include a disc?Buying

Reportedly not. Physical copies are reported to contain a download code instead of a game disc. Check the retailer listing before you buy if this matters to you.

Sources: VideoGamer

Who are the main characters?Story

Jason and Lucia. Rockstar describes them being drawn into a criminal conspiracy after an easy score goes wrong.

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Sources: Rockstar Games — GTA VI

Where is GTA VI set?Story

Rockstar's page confirms Vice City and the surrounding fictional state of Leonida. Other named areas, reported from Rockstar's reveal, include the Leonida Keys, Grassrivers, Port Gellhorn, Ambrosia and Mount Kalaga National Park.

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Sources: Rockstar Games — GTA VI · Wikipedia — Grand Theft Auto VI · KUTV — Grand Theft Auto VI brings series back to Florida-inspired Vice City

Will GTA VI have an online mode at launch?Features

Rockstar hasn't announced one in the sources we checked. An online mode is widely expected, but treat it as unconfirmed.

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Sources: VideoGamer

Are there GTA VI cheat codes?Features

We don't know yet. The game isn't out, and we won't list GTA VI cheats until they're confirmed. Our Cheats Database covers verified codes for older games in the meantime.

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Is Vice City Intel affiliated with Rockstar Games?This site

No. Vice City Intel is an independent, unofficial fan site. We aren't affiliated with or endorsed by Rockstar Games or Take-Two Interactive.

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Where are my streaks and scores saved?This site

Only in your browser's local storage on this device. There are no accounts yet, so progress doesn't sync between devices, and clearing site data erases it.

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What radio stations are in GTA VI?Features

Rockstar has previewed six: Cocoteo, Back Country, Afro Bank FM, The Chamber, Flash FM and Dirty South Classics. Coverage of the announcement says classic rock and talk stations are also confirmed but weren't previewed.

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Sources: Rockstar Games — The Music of GTA VI · GamesRadar+ — GTA 6 radio stations

How many official GTA VI videos are there?Release

Four long-form videos so far: Trailer 1 (December 4, 2023), Trailer 2 (May 6, 2025), An Extended Look (August 27, 2026) and the Launch Trailer (October 15, 2026).

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Sources: Rockstar Games — Launch Trailer page (video list)

Is there a GTA VI soundtrack album?Features

Yes. GTA VI: The Album was announced on September 17, 2026, with 34 original songs. Rockstar's page also lists it as a pre-order bonus through its music page.

Sources: Wikipedia — Grand Theft Auto VI · Rockstar Games — GTA VI

What frame rate does GTA VI run at?Features

Rockstar confirmed in August 2026 that GTA VI runs at 30 frames per second on both PS5 and Xbox Series X|S at launch.

Sources: Wikipedia — Grand Theft Auto VI

What's in the Ultimate Edition?Buying

Rockstar describes it as a collection of in-game items tied to Jason and Lucia's story. Coverage lists vehicles, weapons and apparel, at a reported US price of $99.99.

Sources: Rockstar Games — GTA VI · VideoGamer

Will GTA VI have microtransactions?Features

Rockstar reportedly told Kinda Funny there will be no microtransactions at launch. Plans after launch, including any online mode, haven't been announced.

Sources: Wikipedia — Grand Theft Auto VI