Grand Theft Auto VI is almost here and we’ve finally got confirmation on when you can pre-load the game before launch, as well as how much space you’ll need to reserve for the game itself. Note that the digital pre-loading will start on Tuesday, November 10, but it will differ slightly between the Playstation 5 and Xbox Series versions. For PS5, pre-load begins at midnight local time in your respective time zone, while the Xbox Series version will allow you to pre-load at midnight GMT. If one opted to purchase the code-in-a-box version from retailers, then that will be available beginning November 12, one week before launch.
With the times out of the way, let’s talk about the monstrosity that the file size will be for GTA VI. The pre-load file will require up to 212 GB, depending on your device, so make sure you’ve set aside enough space for this. Note that it’s possible more space will be needed by launch, in case of any day one patches, so reserve more space, just in case. So yes, the game will require a good chunk of your SSD in order to play it, likely because the actual in-game size of the world will be pretty huge.
For those who want a little extra, Rockstar will be adding an official printable GTA VI cover art poster and map of Leonida on the official site, starting on November 19. This will be a free download to anyone who wants it, but there’s more. If you wish to have a physical version of this, a double-sided version of the poster will be made available, shortly after launch from the Rockstar Store. However, this will cost $0.99 on its own, but if you make another purchase through the store, then you’ll get it for free.