Rockstar Confirms What Time You'll Be Able to Pre-Order GTA 6

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  • Primary Subject: Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6)
  • Key Update: Rockstar Games confirmed that pre-orders for GTA 6—including the newly detailed Ultimate Edition—will officially go live at midnight local time on June 25, 2026, dropping progressively across the globe according to individual regional time zones.
  • Status: Confirmed
  • Last Verified: June 24, 2026
  • Quick Answer: GTA 6 pre-orders open globally at midnight local time on June 25, 2026, granting early buyers access to exclusive pre-load privileges and the retro-themed Vintage Vice City Pack DLC.

Earlier this week, Rockstar announced when pre-orders for GTA 6 begin. Now, players know the exact time pre-orders start.

GTA 6 is arguably THE most anticipated game of the year. It's no surprise why - every Grand Theft Auto Game has been a massive success, and each installment adds something new to the table. As people have been patiently waiting for more updates, Rockstar has surprised fans by announcing the official pre-order release time.

Want to know when you can purchase the game? Let's discuss.

What Time Do GTA 6 Pre-Orders Open?

Pre-orders for GTA 6 officially begin at midnight local time on June 25. This includes all the editions - yes, even the Ultimate Edition.

Tweet from Rockstar Games about Grand Theft Auto VI pre-orders beginning at midnight local time on June 25, with a link to learn more about the Ultimate Edition and pre-order bonuses.
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Credit: Rockstar Games

For those who don't know what this means, it basically means that pre-orders will begin at midnight on June 25, according to each country's own time zone. It won't drop at the same time for everyone, which might be a pain to some, but at least you won't need to keep track of any time zone conversions.

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Pre-ordering GTA 6 gives you some pretty good bonuses. Pre-ordering GTA 6 before November 20 scores you the Vintage Vice City Pack, which is a collection of items that "flash back to when the neon burned brightest," according to Rockstar.

A man and a woman stand back-to-back, each holding a gun, in front of a vintage car during sunset, with a harbor in the background. The woman wears a red sparkly outfit, and the man is dressed in a light green shirt and pink pants.
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Credit: Rockstar Games

If you pre-order the game digitally, you'll be able to begin pre-loading on November 12 to make sure you can play at launch on November 19. Even if you pre-ordered a physical version of the game, you'll also receive a code that supports pre-loading.

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