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GTA VI Editions, Pricing, Pre-Load, and Physical Version Explained
Standard costs $79.99, Ultimate costs $99.99, pre-load begins November 12, and Rockstar says the physical box contains a download code rather than a disc.
By GTA6Guide.io NewsroomVerified September 16, 2026
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- Standard Edition
- $79.99
- Ultimate Edition
- $99.99
- Pre-load
- November 12 at local midnight
- Physical box
- Download code included; no disc
Edition and access comparison
| Item | What Rockstar says | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Edition | $79.99 and includes the game. | Confirmed |
| Ultimate Edition | $99.99 with the published Ultimate collection. | Confirmed |
| Pre-load | Begins November 12 at local midnight. | Confirmed |
| Physical Standard Edition | Box contains a download code rather than a disc. | Confirmed |
The shortest buying guide
Standard Edition includes the game. Ultimate Edition adds a collection of vehicles, weapons, apparel, businesses, and other items threaded through Jason and Lucia's story. Standard owners can buy the digital Ultimate Edition Upgrade later.
What physical means here
Rockstar's support page says the physical Standard Edition box contains a digital download code, not a game disc. Retail shipping and pickup are expected to begin November 12 so buyers can redeem the code and pre-load before launch.