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How to Pre-Order GTA 6 — Every Platform, Every Edition

Pre-orders are open across PlayStation, Xbox, and Rockstar's own launcher. Here's the step-by-step for each platform, what's included in each edition, and how to secure your copy before launch day.

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Pre-orders are live. If you haven't secured your copy of Grand Theft Auto VI, here's the complete walkthrough for every platform and every edition.

Where You Can Pre-Order

PlayStation Store (PS5 / PS5 Pro)

  1. Go to store.playstation.com
  2. Search for "Grand Theft Auto VI" or navigate to the PS5 section
  3. Choose your edition (Standard / Special / Collector's)
  4. Sign in with your PSN account
  5. Select payment method and confirm pre-order
  6. You'll be charged when the game releases, or at pre-order confirmation depending on your region

PSN Pre-order bonus: PS5 dynamic theme, six avatars, 30-day PlayStation Plus trial (US/CA only).

Note: PlayStation does not charge at pre-order — you'll be charged at game unlock (May 26, 2026).

Xbox Store (Series X|S)

  1. Go to www.xbox.com/games or open the Xbox Store app
  2. Search for "Grand Theft Auto VI"
  3. Choose your edition
  4. Sign in with your Microsoft account
  5. Confirm purchase

Xbox pre-order bonus: Quick Resume profile, custom Xbox profile theme, 1-month Game Pass trial.

Note: Xbox may charge at pre-order or at release depending on your payment settings. Check your order confirmation.

Rockstar Launcher (Disc or Digital)

  1. Go to rockstargames.com/gtaVI
  2. Click "Pre-Order Now"
  3. Create or sign in to your Rockstar account
  4. Choose platform version (PS5 or Xbox)
  5. Add to cart and complete purchase

Rockstar Launcher bonus: 20% off voucher for any Rockstar back-catalogue title (RDR2, GTA Trilogy, etc.), valid through June 30, 2026.

Retail (Physical Copy)

Available at: GameStop, Best Buy, Amazon, Target, Walmart, and most gaming retailers.

Note: Physical pre-orders typically go through a retailer's website. In-store pickup on launch day is usually available if you select the "pick up at store" option. Confirm with your specific retailer.

Retail-exclusive bonus: Some retailers (GameStop, Best Buy, Amazon) offer exclusive SteelBook variants and launch posters with physical pre-orders. These are limited and first-come.

Edition Comparison

| | Standard — $69.99 | Special — $99.99 | Collector's — $249.99 | |---|---|---|---| | Base game | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | | Vercetti Family Vehicle Pack | — | ✓ | ✓ | | Boulevard Boxer Wardrobe | — | ✓ | ✓ | | Heat-Sink Weapons Pack | — | ✓ | ✓ | | GTA Online: GTA$ 1,000,000 | — | ✓ | ✓ | | Heists Discount Pass | — | ✓ | ✓ | | Steelbook case | — | — | ✓ | | Fold-out Leonida map | — | — | ✓ | | Three lithographs | — | — | ✓ | | Enamel pin set | — | — | ✓ | | Embroidered polo shirt | — | — | ✓ | | Certificate of authenticity | — | — | ✓ |

How to Cancel a Pre-Order (If You Need To)

PlayStation:

  1. Go to your Purchase History
  2. Find the pre-order
  3. Select "Cancel Pre-Order"
  4. Confirm — no charge will occur

Xbox:

  1. Go to account.microsoft.com
  2. Navigate to "Payment & billing" → "Order history"
  3. Find the GTA VI pre-order
  4. Select "Cancel"

Rockstar Launcher:

  1. Go to your Rockstar account settings
  2. Navigate to "Orders"
  3. Find and cancel the pre-order

What You Get at Pre-Order

All pre-order bonuses are delivered at launch or are accessible in-game from day one. No wait for bonus content, no mail-in certificates, no separate download codes — everything comes with the game on the same platform.

If you only do one thing: pre-order on the PlayStation Store or Xbox Store and lock in your download before May 26. See you in Leonida.

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