How Much Will GTA 6 Cost? Complete Price Guide (2026)

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Update (June 24, 2026): Rockstar has officially confirmed the price. GTA 6 costs $79.99 for the Standard Edition and $99.99 for the Ultimate Edition on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S — a $10 jump over this generation’s $69.99 norm. The game launches November 19, 2026. See our full editions breakdown for what each tier includes, and the pricing reveal news for the latest.

How Much Will GTA 6 Cost?

The single most asked question about GTA 6 outside of its release date is simple: how much will it cost? As of June 24, 2026, we finally have an official answer.

Rockstar has confirmed the GTA 6 Standard Edition is priced at $79.99 in the United States on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with the Ultimate Edition at $99.99. That $79.99 standard price is a $10 increase over the $69.99 baseline that has defined major AAA releases on current-generation consoles since late 2020.

Several factors led to this price point:

• Industry standard shift: Publishers including Sony, Take-Two Interactive (Rockstar’s parent company), and Electronic Arts have all adopted $69.99 as the new baseline for flagship titles on current-gen consoles.
• Development investment: GTA 6 is rumored to have a development budget exceeding $2 billion, making it potentially the most expensive video game ever produced.
• Take-Two’s own precedent: Take-Two was one of the first publishers to price NBA 2K21 at $69.99 on next-gen consoles, signaling their willingness to lead on pricing.
• Inflation adjustment: Adjusted for inflation, GTA 5’s $59.99 launch price in 2013 equates to roughly $80 in 2026 dollars.

At $79.99, GTA 6 is one of only a handful of games to break the current-generation $69.99 ceiling, positioning it as a premium entertainment event rather than just another game release.

What Editions of GTA 6 Are Available?

Rockstar has confirmed two editions for the November 19, 2026 launch:

Standard Edition ($79.99)

The complete single-player experience. This is the base game and the version most players will buy.

Ultimate Edition ($99.99)

The Standard game plus an exclusive collection of premium vehicles, weapons, apparel, businesses, customization options, and two side missions threaded across Jason and Lucia’s story. For the full breakdown of everything included, see our GTA 6 editions guide.

There is no separate Deluxe or Collector’s edition — Ultimate is the top tier.

What’s in the GTA 6 Ultimate Edition?

The $99.99 Ultimate Edition bundles a substantial set of exclusive content:

• Vehicles — 1995 Grotti Cheetah, 1967 Vapid Dominator Buggy, Dinka Enduro Motorcycle, Shitzu Squalo Boat, Crest Kayak
• Weapons — Hawk & Little Morgan Revolvers, Girardi ES9 Custom Pistol, Klose K17 Custom Pistol
• Apparel & cosmetics — Vice City Style Pack and Goodtime Gear Pack
• Businesses & locations — five exclusive in-game spots including a hair salon with exclusive Jason facial-hair and Lucia makeup options
• Extras — Ganada Retro Build Mod Kit, safehouse bonuses, and two exclusive side missions

The Ultimate Edition offers strong value for players who want the deepest customization and extra story content. See the editions guide for the complete list.

The Vintage Vice City Pack Pre-Order Bonus

You don’t need the Ultimate Edition to get a pre-order reward. Everyone who pre-orders — Standard or Ultimate — receives the Vintage Vice City Pack at launch: retro ’80s skins for Lucia and Jason, the 1955 Vapid Stanier vehicle, and Tropical Pattern weapon skins inspired by Tommy Vercetti.

GTA 6 Price by Region

Game pricing varies significantly across regions due to currency exchange rates, local taxes, and regional pricing strategies. Here is what GTA 6 is expected to cost in major markets:

Note: US pricing is officially confirmed by Rockstar. Prices in other regions are estimates pending local storefront confirmation; regional figures include local taxes where applicable.

Note that PC pricing may differ from console pricing at launch. Rockstar has historically released GTA games on PC several months to over a year after the console debut. When the PC version arrives, pricing may be similar or slightly lower.

Will Digital and Physical Copies Cost the Same?

Yes. The Standard Edition is $79.99 whether you buy it digitally or as a physical copy, and the Ultimate Edition is $99.99 (digital only). Rockstar has also confirmed that physical copies are a code in a box — there is no game disc — so a “physical” purchase still installs a full digital download.

A few practical consequences of the code-in-a-box format:

• No disc drive needed. Because there is no disc, PlayStation 5 Digital Edition and Xbox Series S owners can use the physical copy just like anyone else.
• No real resale or lending value. The code is one-time-use and tied to one account, so you can’t recoup cost by selling the game second-hand or lending it out the way disc-based games allowed.
• Digital storefront sales may occur more frequently and sooner than physical retail discounts, especially on the PlayStation Store and Microsoft Store.
• The Ultimate Edition is digital only, so if you want the premium content, a physical copy isn’t an option.

If convenience and instant access matter most, go digital. The physical box is really only worth it if you like having a tangible product on your shelf — functionally, it behaves like a digital copy once redeemed.

GTA 6 vs. GTA 5: Price Comparison at Launch

Understanding how GTA 6 pricing stacks up against its predecessor provides useful context.

GTA 5 launched at $59.99 on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 in September 2013. Adjusted for inflation, that price equals approximately $80 today — meaning GTA 6’s confirmed $79.99 standard price lands almost exactly in line with the inflation-adjusted cost of its predecessor.

The jump from $59.99 to $79.99 represents a ~33% nominal increase over 13 years, which is modest given how dramatically AAA development costs have risen in that time.

Will GTA 6 Have Microtransactions?

Yes, GTA 6 will almost certainly feature microtransactions in its online multiplayer component, GTA Online 2. This is not speculation – it is a virtual certainty based on several factors:

GTA Online Revenue History

GTA Online generated over $8.6 billion in total revenue for Take-Two Interactive, with a massive portion coming from Shark Card microtransactions. Take-Two has no incentive to abandon this model.

What to Expect

• Shark Cards equivalent: A virtual currency purchasing system similar to GTA Online’s Shark Cards. Players will buy in-game currency with real money.
• GTA+ subscription: A monthly subscription service (already active in GTA Online) that provides ongoing bonuses, monthly cash deposits, and exclusive items. This is expected to carry over and possibly expand in GTA Online 2.
• Cosmetic microtransactions: Skins, vehicle liveries, and character customization items.
• Potential battle pass system: Some analysts predict a seasonal pass model to keep players engaged with regular content drops.

Important Note on the Single-Player Experience

Rockstar has historically kept microtransactions confined to the online multiplayer mode. The single-player story campaign in both GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2 did not feature microtransactions. Expect the same approach with GTA 6 – the core story experience should be complete without any additional purchases.

Where to Buy GTA 6

Pre-orders are live, and GTA 6 is available through all major digital storefronts and physical retailers. There are no store-exclusive bonuses, so you can buy from whichever retailer is most convenient without missing any in-game content:

Digital Storefronts

• PlayStation Store (PS5, PS5 Pro)
• Microsoft Store / Xbox Store (Xbox Series X|S)
• Rockstar Games Store (Standard Edition direct from Rockstar)

Physical Retailers (code-in-a-box)

• Amazon — release-date delivery for Prime members
• Walmart
• Best Buy
• GameStop

Tips for Getting the Best Price

• There’s no need to shop around for exclusive content — every retailer offers the same Vintage Vice City Pack pre-order bonus. Choose based on price, convenience, or release-day delivery.
• PC players: there is no PC version at launch. Wait for the eventual PC release, when storefronts like Steam and Epic may run sales within months of launch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is GTA 6 $70 or $80?

Confirmed: $79.99. Rockstar has set the Standard Edition at $79.99 — a $10 increase over the $69.99 norm for this generation — and the Ultimate Edition at $99.99. GTA 6 is now one of only a handful of games (alongside Nintendo’s Mario Kart World) to break the $70 barrier.

Will GTA 6 cost more on PS5 than Xbox?

No. GTA 6 pricing is expected to be identical on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Rockstar does not typically charge different prices across console platforms.

Is there a free-to-play version of GTA 6?

No. The single-player campaign is a paid, premium experience. GTA Online 2 may eventually adopt a free-to-play or standalone model (as GTA Online did on PS5), but this would not happen until well after the initial launch window.

Will GTA 6 go on sale?

Eventually, yes. However, Rockstar games tend to hold their value for a long time. GTA 5 did not see significant discounts until years after launch. Expect GTA 6 to remain at or near full price for at least 12 to 18 months after release.

Do I need to pay for online access separately?

In addition to the game’s purchase price, you will need an active PlayStation Plus or Xbox Game Pass Core subscription to access GTA Online 2 on consoles. These subscriptions are separate from the game price and are required for online multiplayer on both platforms.

Bottom Line

GTA 6 is officially priced at $79.99 for the Standard Edition and $99.99 for the Ultimate Edition — reflecting its status as one of the most anticipated entertainment releases of the decade. Factor in potential microtransactions if you plan to play online extensively, and remember that every pre-order — either edition — includes the Vintage Vice City Pack bonus before the November 19, 2026 launch.