GTA 6 Download Time Calculator
Pick your console, enter your internet speed and free storage. See how long Grand Theft Auto VI will take to download and whether it fits before preload opens.
Dates: rockstargames.com/VI and Rockstar's pre-order announcement (June 24, 2026). Rockstar has not given an exact preload unlock time, so the countdown targets midnight in your time zone; the real unlock may differ by store and region.
These percentages are what-if settings for you to pick, not measured data. Mbps = megabits; MB/s = megabytes (1 MB/s = 8 Mbps).
PS5: Settings > Storage. Xbox: Settings > System > Storage devices.
No day-one patch size is known. Add your own safety margin if you like.
Download time at common speeds
| Speed | Time (current size & real-world setting) |
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Where the size numbers come from
| Platform | Size used | Status |
|---|---|---|
| PS5 | 210 GB | Reported, not official: PlayStation Game Size on X, Oct 27, 2026 ("Download Size: 210 GB – Standard"); covered by Polygon |
| PS5 Pro | 210 GB | Estimate: same PlayStation Store listing as PS5; no separate Pro size reported |
| Xbox Series X | 210 GB | Estimate only: no Xbox size reported yet (Polygon). Based on the PS5 figure |
| Xbox Series S | 210 GB | Estimate only: no Xbox size reported yet (Polygon). Based on the PS5 figure |
Last checked: November 3, 2026. Rockstar, Sony and Microsoft have not published an official size. The 210 GB figure may be the download, not the final install size. The Ultimate Edition may differ. Change the size field above whenever an official number comes out.
GTA 6 download FAQ
How big is GTA 6?
Rockstar hasn't published an official size. On October 27, 2026 the PlayStation Game Size account reported a 210 GB download for the PS5 Standard Edition. No Xbox Series X|S size has been reported, so this calculator uses 210 GB as an editable estimate for Xbox.
How long will GTA 6 take to download?
At 210 GB and full plan speed: about 4h 40m at 100 Mbps, about 1h 33m at 300 Mbps, and about 28m at 1 Gbps. Wi-Fi and launch-day traffic usually make it slower. Use the real-world setting above to see how much.
When can I preload GTA 6?
Rockstar says digital pre-orders can start pre-loading on November 12, 2026, seven days before the November 19, 2026 launch.
Does the physical edition still need a download?
Yes. Rockstar Support says the physical box has a download code and no disc. The physical version goes on sale November 12 so you can preload.
How much space do I need on Xbox Series S?
No Xbox size is known yet. Check your free space under Settings > System > Storage devices, enter it above, and add headroom if you want a buffer for patches.
Is GTA 6 on PC?
Rockstar has announced PS5 and Xbox Series X|S only. There's no PC release date or PC file size yet.
Mbps or MB/s – which do I have?
Internet plans and speed tests use Mbps (megabits). Console and Steam download screens often show MB/s (megabytes). 1 MB/s = 8 Mbps. Switch the unit next to the speed box.
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