Preload
Preload starts November 12, 2026
Rockstar says digital preorders can begin preloading at local midnight on November 12, 2026.
Confirmed timing
12:00 a.m. local time
Your platform account and region determine what you see in the store. Rockstar's support page also says physical copies contain a download code, with availability starting November 12, 2026.
Source: Rockstar Games ↗ · Checked 2026-10-07
Questions
When does GTA 6 preload start?
Rockstar says preloading starts at local midnight on November 12, 2026 for digital preorders.
Is preload the same as unlock?
No. Preload lets you download files ahead of launch. The exact unlock time has not been announced.