Grand Theft Auto VI is reportedly set for a download size of approximately 210GB on PlayStation 5, with pre-loading expected to begin on November 12 ahead of the November 19 launch.
Reported File Size Details
The figure comes from the PlayStation Game Size account on X, which tracks backend data from the PlayStation Store. It lists the Standard Edition ($79.99) at 210GB for PS5, with a midnight release on November 19. Some outlets have independently corroborated the number, though Rockstar has not yet published an official file size.
Key points on the size:
- Applies to the base Standard Edition on PS5 (and likely PS5 Pro).
- Xbox Series X|S sizes have not been reported yet but are expected in a similar range.
- A day-one patch could increase the final install footprint, so players should plan for extra space.
Pre-Loading Timeline
Pre-loading is scheduled to open on November 12, 2026, giving players a full week to download the game before it unlocks at midnight local time on November 19. Both digital pre-orders and physical code-in-box copies can participate once the code is redeemed. The files remain locked until launch day.
Storage Implications
At roughly 210GB, GTA VI ranks among the largest console downloads to date. It is more than double the install size of Red Dead Redemption 2 and significantly larger than current-gen GTA V. On a standard PS5 with around 667GB of usable space, the game alone can consume nearly a third of the drive.
Players are advised to free at least 220-250GB of storage before November 12 to account for the base download plus any launch updates. External storage or deleting other titles will be necessary for many users with limited free space.
The large size aligns with Rockstar’s descriptions of a denser, more detailed open world spanning the fictional state of Leonida. Final confirmed numbers should appear once pre-loading begins.