Grand Theft Auto VI is one of the biggest video game releases of the year. Full stop. Probably one of the biggest for the next ten years; the last ten years; this generation for sure. 

For Australian players, a few things are worth knowing ahead of launch, including when the game becomes available, how pre-loading works, and how much storage space you’ll need.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Australian launch of GTA 6.

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When Is GTA 6 Coming Out In Australia?

Grand Theft Auto VI is set to release on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

The game will be available on PS5, PS5 Pro, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S. Rockstar has yet to announce a PC version, but it’s sure to come. 

What Time Does GTA 6 Release In Australia?

There’s going to be a midnight release schedule for GTA VI, so plan your late-night/early-morning gaming schedules accordingly.

The game will release at midnight local time across every state, meaning some will get access a tiny bit earlier.

The rollout will take place in this order across Australia:

• Western Australia 
• South Australia, Northern Territory, Broken Hill
• Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, Australian Capital Territory
• Lowe Howe Island

When Can You Pre-Load GTA 6? And what’s the file size? 

Pre-loading is live now on both PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

If you’ve pre-ordered a digital copy, check your PlayStation or Xbox game library to initiate the pre-loading. 

The file size for GTA 6 is 212GB, plus any day-one patches that may be coming. So yes, you need a fair bit of space on your console to install the game.

Can You Play GTA 6 Early?

Don’t confuse pre-loading with early access. Downloading the game ahead of launch means the files are installed and ready. You’ll still need to wait until the official release time before playing.

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Are you planning to start playing Grand Theft Auto VI at midnight, or will you be waiting until later on release day? Let me know in the comments below.