GTA VI Set for November 2026 Console Launch

Grand Theft Auto VI, the highly anticipated open-world crime saga from Rockstar Games, is set for release on November 19, 2026, exclusively on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles, with no simultaneous PC version planned. The announcement of impending price increases for Sony's PS5 lineup has added urgency for gamers deciding between platforms, while recent leaks hint at advanced technical features that could elevate the game's realism.

Rockstar has confirmed the dual-console launch, following a pattern seen with previous titles like Grand Theft Auto V, which arrived on PC two years after its console debut, and Red Dead Redemption 2, which took over a year. Fans eager to experience the game at launch must choose between Sony and Microsoft hardware. The PS5 has sold more than 75 million units since 2020, but millions more gamers may upgrade specifically for Grand Theft Auto VI.

Complicating the decision, Sony announced price hikes effective April 2, citing global economic pressures. The standard PS5 with disc drive will rise to $649.99, up $100 from its current price and $150 from launch. The digital edition will cost $599.99, a $100 increase, while the PS5 Pro jumps to...