Buy a PlayStation 5 for $599.99 Before GTA 6 Launches
- Grand Theft Auto VI is scheduled for release on November 19, 2026.
- The game will require approximately 212 GB of storage space on consoles.
- Sony released a new system software update, version 26.07-14.22.00, ahead of the launch.
- Players may be able to access the game 18 hours early using the New Zealand time zone trick.
Gamers looking for a new PlayStation 5 console can find the hardware at several major retailers for an MSRP of $599.99 as of Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Best Buy, Target, Walmart and PS Direct currently have new units in stock.
Amazon is sold out of new consoles but previously listed them at $649.00. GameStop exclusively offers used PlayStation 5 consoles for purchase.
Securing a console now allows players to prepare for the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto VI later this month.
Grand Theft Auto VI launches November 19, 2026
Rockstar releases Grand Theft Auto VI on November 19, 2026. Players can begin preloading the game on November 10, 2026.
PlayStation 5 users start the preload process at midnight in their local time zone. Xbox users may begin preloading at 12 AM GMT, which is 7 PM EST.
Game requires 212 GB of storage space
Grand Theft Auto VI will require up to 212 GB of storage space on consoles. Some reports estimate the size at approximately 210 GB.
For comparison, Destiny 2 occupies just under 200 GB on Xbox. NBA 2K27 requires 108 GB on the PlayStation 5, and Fortnite takes about 75 GB.
Sony releases system update 26.07-14.22.00
Sony released system software update 26.07-14.22.00 for the PlayStation 5 on Nov 3, 2026.
Sony released the update a few weeks before the Nov 19, 2026, launch of Grand Theft Auto VI. The company stated in official patch notes that the update includes security fixes. Sony did not provide a detailed list of the specific vulnerabilities addressed in the update.
Firmware requirements for GTA 6 remain speculative
Speculation suggests that Grand Theft Auto VI will require players to install a recent version of the PlayStation 5 system software. The account PlayStation Game Size updated its prediction for the required firmware from 14.10 to 14.22 following the release of the latest update.
Neither Sony nor Rockstar has officially confirmed any specific firmware requirement for the game. Sony continues to release firmware updates as the PlayStation 5 jailbreak community actively develops new methods to bypass console security.
This requirement could reduce the likelihood of the game being accessed via existing exploits at launch.
Early access methods for launch day
The game launches at midnight local time worldwide, with New Zealand receiving access 18 hours before the U.S. Xbox players might gain access at 6 a.m. EST on November 18 by switching their console location setting to New Zealand. The so-called New Zealand trick is expected to work for the title.
PlayStation 5 users could attempt early play by creating a new PSN account set to New Zealand, purchasing the game from the regional store, and utilizing console sharing and offline play. These early-play methods for both platforms are not 100 percent confirmed and may not function for the game.
Physical box copies arrive November 12
Physical box copies of the game will arrive on November 12, 2026. These editions contain a download code rather than a disc.
Rockstar denied rumors that the box will include a printed map of the fictional state Leonida. Players can instead download a digital map and cover-art poster from the official website for free.
PlayStation Store updates and marketing campaigns
The PlayStation Store received a worldwide update on November 3, 2026, adding titles like Monster Train 2 and Tomb Raider Remastered IV-V-VI.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What PS5 and Xbox Consoles Are in Stock Ahead of GTA 6 (ign.com)
- Grand Theft Auto 6 Preloading Guide and How to Play the Game Early (soleretriever.com)
- Sony updates PS5 software yet again with security updates ahead of GTA 6 launch - PC Guide (pcguide.com)
- Grand Theft Auto VI Pre-Load Begins on November 10 : r/PS5 (reddit.com)
- sony and rockstar games have shared new details ahead ... (instagram.com)
- PlayStation Store Update Worldwide November 3, 2026 (tech.yahoo.com)
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