GTA VI pre-load opens on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S: Timings, storage requirement and other details

Rockstar Games has opened digital pre-loading for Grand Theft Auto VI on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Players can now download the game files before the title goes live on November 19. The pre-load window opened on November 10, so players who have pre-ordered the digital version can finish the download in advance and play as soon as the game unlocks on launch day. Rockstar has also confirmed how much storage the game needs and when physical copies will reach retailers.

Pre-load timings for India

On PS5, pre-loading starts at midnight local time in each region. That means players in India have been able to start the download since 12 am IST on November 10. On Xbox Series X|S, pre-loading began at the same moment worldwide, at 12 am GMT on November 10. For Indian users, that is 5:30 am IST.

Storage space needed

The pre-load file needs up to 212GB, and the exact size depends on the console. Before starting, players should check that their internal drive or a compatible expanded storage drive has enough free space. Clearing space early helps avoid a failed or paused download during the pre-load window.

How to pre-load GTA VI

Pre-order the digital edition of Grand Theft Auto VI from the PlayStation Store or the Microsoft Store.

Make sure your console is connected to the internet and signed in to the account you used for the purchase.

Open the game library and look for Grand Theft Auto VI.

Start the download, or turn on automatic downloads so the pre-load begins in the background.

Rockstar has also posted step-by-step instructions for both consoles on its official support website.

Physical copies and other details

Code-in-box versions for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S will be available from retailers starting November 12. Pre-orders for the game are still open. On launch day, Rockstar will put a printable Grand Theft Auto VI cover art poster and a map of Leonida on its official website as free downloads. A double-sided physical version of the poster will go on sale at the Rockstar Store shortly after launch. It will cost $0.99 on its own or come free with any purchase from the store.