GTA 6 preload starts November 10, and you'll need 212GB free

Rockstar Games has shared the practical details for Grand Theft Auto 6's November 19 launch: when you can preload, how much space it needs, and a couple of extras for fans. If you plan to play on day one, now is the time to clear some storage.

The details were reported by IGN, which says Rockstar confirmed the preload and global release times as well as the install size.

Preload date and file size

According to Eurogamer, preload begins on November 10, and Rockstar has published regional timings for it. Push Square describes that as being brought forward by two days.

The download is big. Push Square reports that the PS5 version needs 212GB to download and install, which had been rumored on social media last week before Rockstar confirmed it.

On Xbox, Pure Xbox says Rockstar has given the same figure for Xbox Series X and Series S: a maximum of 212GB. Rockstar notes that the size may change "depending on your device", so Pure Xbox suggests having at least 212GB spare to be safe.

Here is what is confirmed so far:

Detail	What Rockstar has said
Launch date	November 19
Preload starts	November 10
PS5 install size	212GB
Xbox Series X|S install size	Up to 212GB, may vary by device

A free poster and a map of Leonida

Rockstar is also putting out some physical-style extras. GameSpot reports that a printable cover art poster and a map of the game's setting, Leonida, will be free digital downloads on GTA 6's official website on November 19.

A double-sized physical version of the poster will be available "shortly after launch" from the Rockstar Store for 99 cents, GameSpot says.

Push Square adds that the physical map is available, but it won't be included in boxed copies of the game on PS5.

What to do before launch

Nothing here changes the game itself, but it does change how you prepare. A few practical points:

• Check how much free space you have on your console now, since the install needs up to 212GB.
• Preloading is available from November 10, so you can download ahead of launch.
• Look up Rockstar's regional release times, which Eurogamer and IGN say have been published, so you know when the game goes live where you are.
• If you want the poster or Leonida map, the digital versions arrive on November 19 through the official GTA 6 website.