Pick Standard if you only want the game. Pick Ultimate for the extra in-game items; you can also add them later with the $20.00 upgrade, so there is no rush to decide now.
Standard vs Ultimate
| Standard Edition | Ultimate Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $79.99 | $99.99 |
| Full game | Yes | Yes |
| Ultimate Edition Upgrade | Sold separately, $20.00 | Included |
| Vintage Vice City Pack | With pre-orders | With pre-orders |
| Platforms | PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S | |
Prices are from the US Microsoft Store, checked October 23, 2026. Other countries and stores set their own prices.
What Ultimate adds
Rockstar describes the Ultimate Edition Upgrade as an exclusive collection of premium vehicles, weapons, apparel and action threaded across all aspects of Jason and Lucia's story. Rockstar has not published a full item list, so treat itemised lists elsewhere as unconfirmed until the game is out.
Pre-order bonus
Pre-orders of either edition include the Vintage Vice City Pack: a '55 Vapid Stanier sedan and garage, outfits and hairstyles, and an exclusive weapon pattern. Digital pre-orders also come with a free month of GTA+. Rockstar gives the cut-off as before November 20, while the Microsoft Store says by the end of November 19, so buy before launch day ends if you want the pack.
Pre-load and launch
- Pre-load: from November 12, 2026 for digital pre-orders.
- Launch: Thursday, November 19, 2026. See the live countdown.
- Download size: not published yet.
- PC: not announced. What we know about a PC version.
FAQ
- How much does GTA 6 cost?
- In the US the Standard Edition is $79.99 and the Ultimate Edition is $99.99 on the Microsoft Store. Prices differ by country and store, so check your local store before buying.
- What is the difference between Standard and Ultimate?
- Both contain the full game. Ultimate adds the Ultimate Edition Upgrade, which Rockstar describes as an exclusive collection of premium vehicles, weapons, apparel and action across Jason and Lucia's story. Rockstar has not published a full item list.
- Can I upgrade from Standard to Ultimate later?
- Yes. The Ultimate Edition Upgrade is sold separately for Standard Edition owners, listed at $20.00 on the US Microsoft Store.
- What do you get for pre-ordering GTA 6?
- The Vintage Vice City Pack: a '55 Vapid Stanier sedan and garage, outfits and hairstyles, and an exclusive weapon pattern, according to Rockstar Support. Digital pre-orders also include a free month of GTA+. Store deadlines differ slightly, so buy before launch day to be safe.
- When can I pre-load GTA 6?
- Digital pre-orders can start pre-loading on November 12, 2026, a week before launch, according to Rockstar Newswire. Rockstar has not published the download size yet.
Sources
Checked October 23, 2026. We update this page when Rockstar publishes new details.