Grand Theft Auto VI · Updates · Last change November 19, 2026

GTA 6 Updates and Patch Notes

Every GTA 6 patch and Rockstar announcement in one timeline, newest first. We add each update the day it comes out.

Latest patchNone yet, day-one update expected Nov 19

Image: Rockstar Games

November 19, 2026Launch
GTA 6 launch day
- GTA 6 unlocks at midnight local time on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
- Xbox Cloud Gaming streaming starts at 1am ET, including on Xbox One.
- Any day-one update will be added here with its size and notes.
Unlock times →Live server status →
November 10, 2026Announcement
Preload opens, 30 FPS confirmed, Xbox Cloud on day one
- Digital pre-orders can preload on PS5 (midnight local) and Xbox Series X|S (12am GMT).
- Rockstar confirms a 30 FPS target on every console, with PSSR and ray-traced shadows on PS5 Pro.
- Xbox confirms GTA 6 on Xbox Cloud Gaming from November 19, with Series S graphics settings.
Preload guide →30 FPS explained →Xbox Cloud →Official source ↗
November 3, 2026Announcement
File size and preload date announced
- Rockstar says GTA 6 needs up to 212 GB of storage.
- Preloading set for November 10 for digital pre-orders.
- Boxed copies contain a download code, not a disc.
File size →Official source ↗

How to update GTA 6

PS5

Highlight GTA 6 on the home screen.
Press Options and choose Check for Update.
For automatic updates: Settings, Power Saving, Features Available in Rest Mode, turn on Stay Connected to the Internet.

Xbox Series X|S

Open My games & apps, then Manage, then Updates.
For automatic updates: Settings, System, Updates, turn on Keep my games & apps up to date.
Use Sleep power mode so updates download overnight.

Update stuck or slow? See GTA 6 download stuck or slow: fixes.

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FAQ

What is the latest GTA 6 update?

No patch has been released yet. Any day-one update on November 19, 2026 will be listed here with its size and notes.

How do I update GTA 6 on PS5?

Highlight GTA 6 on the home screen, press Options and choose Check for Update. Keep the console in Rest Mode with "Stay connected to the internet" on so updates download by themselves.

How do I update GTA 6 on Xbox?

Open My games & apps, choose Manage, then Updates. Set the console to "Keep my games & apps up to date" so patches install automatically.

Does GTA 6 have weekly updates?

Not at launch. Weekly updates in GTA 5 come from GTA Online, and Rockstar has not announced a date for GTA 6 Online yet. Patches for the story mode will be listed here.