GTA 6 Preloading: Start Date And What To Know About Digital And Physical Copies

Grand Theft Auto 6 will launch on November 19 at $80, marking the end of years of development and multiple delays. Rockstar is enabling early preloading for players who preorder digital copies, allowing them to start playing immediately at launch. These players can begin preloading on November 12, providing a full week to download the game before its official release date.

Diverting from traditional console game distribution, Rockstar is not releasing GTA 6 on physical discs. Instead, the company is selling physical copies at retail locations with digital download codes included in the box. These physical editions will be available for purchase starting November 12, the same date preloading begins for digital versions, ensuring all players have equal access to early downloads.

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