After years of speculation surrounding the cost of Grand Theft Auto VI, Rockstar Games has officially opened pre-orders for the game.
GTA VI PRICING IS OFFICIAL
GTA VI is currently scheduled to launch on 19 November 2026 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
The UK PlayStation Store currently lists two editions: the Standard Edition and the Ultimate Edition.
STANDARD EDITION
The Standard Edition of GTA VI is currently listed at £69.99 in the United Kingdom.
It includes the full base game and is the standard way to purchase GTA VI.
Players who pre-order are also eligible for the current pre-order bonuses listed by Rockstar and the PlayStation Store.
The Standard Edition is therefore the main option for players who simply want access to the full GTA VI experience without purchasing the additional Ultimate Edition content.
ULTIMATE EDITION
The Ultimate Edition is currently listed at £89.99 on the UK PlayStation Store.
That makes it £20 more expensive than the Standard Edition.
The Ultimate Edition includes Grand Theft Auto VI together with the Ultimate Edition Upgrade.
It also includes the current pre-order bonuses available with the game.
WHAT IS INCLUDED WITH PRE-ORDERS?
Rockstar's current pre-order information includes the Vintage Vice City Pack.
The pre-order offer also includes one month of GTA+ for eligible players.
The exact availability of bonuses can depend on the platform and territory, so players should check the store listing before purchasing.
DIGITAL PRE-LOADING
Rockstar has also provided information about when digital players can begin downloading GTA VI.
Current pre-order information states that digital pre-loads can begin on 12 November 2026.
With the game scheduled to launch on 19 November, that gives digital players approximately one week to download the game before launch.
Pre-loading is particularly useful for a game of GTA VI's expected scale.
UK PRICE COMPARISON
The current UK prices are:
Standard Edition — £69.99
Ultimate Edition — £89.99
The difference between the two editions is £20.
These prices apply to the current UK PlayStation Store listings and may change before or after launch.
Players purchasing the game elsewhere should also expect regional pricing to differ.
WHY IS GTA VI £69.99?
The £69.99 Standard Edition places GTA VI within the current pricing range for major premium console releases.
Large AAA games have increasingly launched at prices around this level on current-generation consoles.
GTA VI is being developed specifically for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with Rockstar targeting a large-scale open-world experience.
The price therefore reflects the game's position as one of the industry's biggest upcoming releases.
IS THE ULTIMATE EDITION WORTH IT?
Whether the Ultimate Edition is worth the additional £20 depends on what a player wants from their purchase.
The Standard Edition provides access to the main GTA VI game.
The Ultimate Edition costs more and includes the Ultimate Edition Upgrade alongside the relevant pre-order benefits.
Players who are primarily interested in the core game may prefer the Standard Edition.
Players who want the additional Ultimate Edition content may consider the extra cost worthwhile.
The exact contents of each edition should be checked on the official store before purchasing.
PLATFORMS
GTA VI is currently confirmed for:
PlayStation 5
Xbox Series X|S
Rockstar has not announced an official PC release date.
The current pre-order listings are therefore focused on the two confirmed console platforms.
Any specific PC price or release date circulating online should be treated as unconfirmed unless Rockstar officially announces it.
CAN THE PRICE CHANGE?
Yes.
Digital store prices can change depending on territory, platform, promotions and other factors.
The prices listed in this article reflect the current UK PlayStation Store information and may not remain unchanged indefinitely.
Players should check the latest official listing before placing an order.
THE BOTTOM LINE
For UK players, GTA VI currently costs £69.99 for the Standard Edition or £89.99 for the Ultimate Edition.
Both editions are tied to the 19 November 2026 launch of GTA VI on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
The current pre-order package includes the Vintage Vice City Pack and one month of GTA+ for eligible players, while digital pre-loading is scheduled to begin on 12 November.
As Rockstar releases more information about the game's editions and additional content, this article will be updated.
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