Every official GTA 6 announcement so far, from 2023 to launch

Grand Theft Auto VI launches November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Getting here took three years of official news from Rockstar Games and its parent company, Take-Two Interactive.

This timeline covers every official Grand Theft Auto VI announcement we could confirm on Rockstar Newswire and in Take-Two’s press releases. Each entry links to the original. Rockstar does not always show dates on Newswire posts, so where a date comes from news coverage, we cite that outlet in the sources.

2023

November 8: a message from Rockstar

Rockstar marked its upcoming 25th anniversary with a note to fans. It confirmed that the first trailer for the next Grand Theft Auto would arrive in early December. Kotaku reported the post came from Sam Houser. Read the post.

December 4: Trailer 1

The first trailer arrived and confirmed the name, Grand Theft Auto VI. It also revealed the setting: Leonida, home to Vice City. The release window was 2025 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Read the post.

December 5: Take-Two announcement

Take-Two put out a formal press release confirming the 2025 window and platforms, with a statement from Sam Houser. Read the release.

2025

May 2: first delay, to May 26, 2026

Rockstar apologized for the wait and set a firm release date of May 26, 2026. On the same day, Take-Two said it fully backed the extra development time. Read the post and the Take-Two release.

May 6: Trailer 2

Trailer 2 dropped without warning, along with a large update to the official site. The update introduced the main cast and the regions of Leonida. Take-Two’s release said all footage was captured on PlayStation 5. Read the post and the Take-Two release.

November 6: second delay, to November 19, 2026

Rockstar moved the game to Thursday, November 19, 2026. It apologized again and said the extra months would give the game the polish players expect. Take-Two confirmed the new date in its quarterly results the same day. Read the post and the Take-Two release.

2026

June 18: preorder date and cover art

Rockstar announced that preorders would open June 25 on digital stores and at select retailers. It encouraged fans to wishlist the game on the PlayStation Store or Microsoft Store. GamesRadar reported that the official cover art was revealed the same day. Read the post.

June 24: editions, price and preorder details

A day before preorders opened, Rockstar detailed the Ultimate Edition and the Vintage Vice City Pack preorder bonus. Its post also confirmed:

Mode: a single player experience
Preloading: from November 12
Physical copies: a download code in the box

Take-Two’s press release added the prices: $79.99 for the standard game and $99.99 for the Ultimate Edition.

Read the post and the Take-Two release.

August 6: An Extended Look announced

Rockstar revealed Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look. It would premiere on Netflix on August 27 at 3 p.m. ET, then arrive on YouTube and the GTA VI site at 9 p.m. ET. Read the post.

August 27: An Extended Look now playing

The 26 minute showcase went live. Rockstar said it was captured entirely from in game footage on PlayStation 5. Read the post.

September 17: Grand Theft Auto VI: The Album

Rockstar announced the official soundtrack album, made with Atlantic Records and launching alongside the game on November 19. It opened for presaving on streaming services, with vinyl and CD editions. TechRadar reported that the first six singles came out that day. Read the post. Our summary: GTA 6: The Album.

September 24: The Goodtime State collector’s box

Rockstar opened preorders for The Goodtime State – Vice City Collection. It is a premium collectible set themed on Macca the Gator, a TV show inside the game. It costs $399.99, and the game itself is sold separately. Read the post.

October 8: in game radio stations

Rockstar previewed six radio stations, each with its hosts and songs, and confirmed podcasts on demand for the first time in the series. Our radio stations guide has the full list. Read the post.

October 8: Rockstar Store collection

A new line of Grand Theft Auto VI apparel and collectibles went on sale, available only at the Rockstar Store. Read the post. What’s in it: GTA 6 merch at the Rockstar Store.

October 15: Launch Trailer

The Launch Trailer debuted “Flower in a Hurricane” by Justice featuring Tame Impala, SZA, and King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard. Read the post.

What comes next

Preloading opens November 12, and the game launches November 19, 2026. We will add new entries to this timeline as Rockstar posts them. Follow the official Grand Theft Auto VI site for the latest.