GTA 6 Editions Guide: Standard vs Ultimate Edition & Price

Grand Theft Auto VI is officially available for pre-order as of June 25, 2026, and Rockstar Games has confirmed exactly what you get with every version of the game. Unlike GTA 5 or Red Dead Redemption 2, which launched with a handful of special and collector's editions, GTA 6 keeps things simple: a Standard Edition, an Ultimate Edition, and a pre-order bonus that applies to both. This guide breaks down every item in each edition, what it costs, and everything confirmed so far about platforms and release timing — so you know exactly what you're paying for before you commit your money.

Quick Answer: Which GTA 6 Edition Should You Buy?

• Standard Edition ($79.99 / €79,99) — the full single-player game plus the Vintage Vice City pre-order pack. This is all most players need.
• Ultimate Edition ($99.99 / €99,99, digital only) — everything in Standard, plus a large bundle of exclusive vehicles, weapons, outfits, and access to special in-game shops as you progress through the story.
• Ultimate Edition Upgrade — if you're not sure yet, buy Standard now and upgrade later; Rockstar has confirmed this upgrade path will always be available separately.

GTA 6 Release Date and Pre-Load Schedule

Grand Theft Auto VI launches on November 19, 2026, on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The release date has moved twice since the game was first revealed — originally pencilled in for Fall 2025, then pushed to May 26, 2026, before Rockstar settled on the current November date.

Both digital and physical buyers get a head start on installation:

• Digital pre-orders can begin pre-loading on November 12, 2026.
• Physical copies also become available on November 12, 2026 — though, as with most modern releases, the box contains a download code rather than a disc, so physical buyers are pre-loading the same digital build as everyone else.

GTA 6 Pre-Order Bonus: The Vintage Vice City Pack

Every pre-order of GTA 6 — Standard or Ultimate — includes the Vintage Vice City Pack, a free bundle themed around the neon-soaked, excess-driven era the original Vice City made famous. It includes:

• '55 Vapid Stanier & Garage — A classic sedan to cruise Shore Drive in, paired with the Shore Court personal garage near Ocean Beach. The garage comes with a weapon locker and a secure spot to store and fence stolen goods.
• Outfits & Hairstyles for Jason and Lucia — Jason gets a vintage pastel linen suit; Lucia gets a red sequin mini dress and curls, both styled straight out of the "decade of decadence."
• Tropical Weapon Pattern — A palm-tree button-up-inspired skin for most of your guns, a direct nod to Tommy Vercetti's signature look from the original Vice City.
• One Free Month of GTA+ — Included automatically with digital pre-orders.

This pack is purely cosmetic and convenience-focused — none of it is required to progress through the story, but it's a nice head start for players who want to look the part from day one.

GTA 6 Standard Edition: Price and Contents

Price: $79.99 / €79,99 · Format: Digital and physical (download code in box, no disc). Includes the full base game — Rockstar's single-player campaign following Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos through the state of Leonida — the Vintage Vice City pre-order pack, and one free month of GTA+ for digital pre-orders.

For the vast majority of players, Standard Edition is the right call. It includes the entire story experience with no content gated behind a higher price tier, and you can always add the Ultimate Edition content later if you change your mind.

GTA 6 Ultimate Edition: Price and Full Contents

Price: $99.99 / €99,99 · Format: Digital only · Release Date: November 19, 2026. The Ultimate Edition includes everything in the Standard Edition, plus a substantial collection of exclusive vehicles, weapons, apparel, and shop access unlocked progressively as you play through the story.

Exclusive Vehicles

• '95 Grotti Cheetah — A mid-'90s sports car with a retro-futuristic livery, built for later-story moments on Shore Drive.
• Jason's Safehouse Vehicles — An Army-fatigue-themed Dinka Enduro motorcycle and a Crest Kayak.
• Vapid Ganado Retro Build — A customized, low-riding version of Jason's well-worn pickup truck.
• Shitzu Squalo (Watercraft) — A pink-and-blue gradient boat docked at Washington Beach, fishing-ready for Gambit Bay and fitted with an explosives-laden weapons crate.
• '67 Vapid Dominator Buggy & Garage — An off-road buggy built for Mount Kalaga's backwoods, stored at the Paradise Garage in Watson Bay (also includes a weapon locker and a fencing spot for stolen goods).
• Classic Car Collection (Special Commission) — A side activity from local fixer Wyman involving tracking down and restoring abandoned classic and project cars.

Exclusive Weapons

• Hawk & Little Morgan Revolver — His-and-hers versions with palm-tree-etched grips, engraved detailing, and a high-performance scope, sourced from the Vercetti Estate.
• Personalized Weapon Variants — Engraved versions of Jason's Girardi ES9 pistol and Lucia's Klose K17 pistol.

Exclusive Apparel

• Vice City Style — A set of exclusive outfits and tattoos for both protagonists.
• Goodtime Gear — An apparel and accessories capsule collection themed around Macca the Alligator, a character from a fictional in-universe TV show.

Exclusive Activities & Locations

• PTT Youngin$ Compound — A raid mission against one of Southside Vice City's most prominent gangs, with special items and contraband as rewards.

Exclusive In-Game Shops

Ultimate Edition owners get access to five special destinations not available to Standard Edition players:

• Rideout Customs — Full vehicle customization, including interiors, rims, and donk-style builds.
• Sara's Unisex Salon — Signature hairstyles, facial hair for Jason, and makeup and nails for Lucia.
• Stock 305 — Elevated streetwear styling for both protagonists.
• Electric Fang Tattoo — Over 50 signature tattoo designs created by the artist collective FAILE.
• One-Eyed Willie's — A Lake Leonida mod shop specializing in off-road modifications and hand-painted automotive artwork.

You don't have to decide right now. Rockstar has confirmed that the Ultimate Edition Upgrade will be available to purchase separately at any time for players who buy the Standard Edition first — including physical buyers, who can upgrade once their download code has been redeemed. If you're undecided, buying Standard now and upgrading later costs you nothing in terms of missing content.

GTA 6 Platforms: What You Need to Know

• PS5 and Xbox Series X|S — GTA 6 is confirmed for next-generation consoles only.
• No PS4 or Xbox One release — Rockstar has not announced a last-gen version, and given the scale of Leonida, a current-gen-exclusive release was widely expected.
• PC release — No PC version has been confirmed alongside the console launch. Based on the pattern set by GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2, both of which received PC ports sometime after their console debut, a GTA 6 PC release is reasonably likely to follow at a later date, though Rockstar hasn't given a timeline.
• Cross-platform play — Whether GTA 6's online component will support cross-platform play between PS5, Xbox, and a future PC version remains unconfirmed.

GTA 6 Editions FAQ

Is there a Collector's Edition for GTA 6?

No. Unlike GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2, Rockstar has not announced a physical Collector's Edition for GTA 6. There are currently only two purchasable tiers: Standard and Ultimate.

Does the physical version come with a disc?

No. The physical version of GTA 6 ships with a download code inside the box rather than a game disc.

Can I upgrade from Standard to Ultimate later?

Yes. The Ultimate Edition Upgrade is available for purchase separately at any time, for both digital and physical Standard Edition owners.

Do I need the Ultimate Edition to finish the story?

No. All Ultimate Edition content — vehicles, weapons, outfits, and shop access — is bonus and cosmetic in nature. The full story campaign is included in the Standard Edition.

When can I start downloading GTA 6?

Pre-load begins November 12, 2026, for both digital pre-orders and physical copies, one week ahead of the November 19, 2026 release date.

For more on GTA 6, including the full Leonida map breakdown and confirmed character roster, explore our GTA VI hub — characters, map regions, vehicles, weapons, and the full screenshot gallery.