GTA 6 launch checklist

Decide

Pick your edition (Standard vs Ultimate - or let the edition picker decide)Pick your platform: PS5 or Xbox Series X|SKnow the no-disc rule: boxed copies are just a download code, Ultimate is digital-only - everyone downloads the full game

Prepare the hardware

Free at least 150 GB of SSD spaceCheck your download speed - a 100+ GB day-one download at 50 Mbps is ~5 hoursSecond controller / charging situation sorted

Lock in launch night

Pre-order placed (before Nov 20 for the Vintage Vice City Pack)Preload the moment the window opens (~November 12 - check the preload page for store hours)November 19-20 off work or school. You know you want to.Provisions acquired. This is a marathon.

Avoid spoilers

Mute leak words on social media (we list safe terms, never leaked content)Follow the Leonida Lab RSS/changelog - official news only, zero leaks