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GTA VI physical release to be download code only, launching Nov. 2026

Rockstar Games has announced that the physical edition of Grand Theft Auto VI will not contain a disc but rather a download code. The game is set to launch on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Pricing for the standard edition will be $79.99, with the Ultimate edition costing $99.99. Pre-loading will be available starting November 12. AI

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GTA VI physical release to be download code only, launching Nov. 2026

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Brian Mazique, Contributor ·

    GTA VI’s Physical Copy Has A Twist — What You Actually Get At Launch

    GTA VI releases Nov. 19, 2026, on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Standard is $79.99 and Ultimate is $99.99, pre-load opens Nov. 12 and the box holds a download code.