Rockstar Games has confirmed that pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto VI will open on June 25, providing the clearest indication yet that the highly anticipated game remains on track for its planned launch on November 19 2026.

The announcement was made on June 18 and was accompanied by the reveal of the game’s official cover art, marking one of Rockstar’s most significant updates on GTA VI in recent months.

According to the developers, players will be able to pre-order the game through digital storefronts and selected retailers.

The update follows months of speculation surrounding pre-order dates, fuelled by retailer listings, online leaks and comments from Take-Two Interactive executives.

Rockstar also released a short promotional video showcasing the cover art. The artwork places protagonists Jason and Lucia at the centre of the image and features several elements associated with the game’s fictional setting of Leonida, including vehicles, helicopters and wildlife.

In addition to unveiling the cover art, Rockstar refreshed the official GTA VI website with new imagery highlighting Vice City.

The updated visuals feature the city’s skyline, waterfront attractions and busy port areas, offering another glimpse into the game’s world ahead of release.

The confirmation of pre-orders comes after Take-Two previously stated that marketing activity for GTA VI would begin during the summer.

GTA VI is scheduled to launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on November 19 2026 after previously being delayed from its original release window.