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GTA 6 Physical Copies Won't Include a Disc, Will Just Be a Code in a Box

Hacker News · Jun 25, 2026, 3:54 AM · Also reported by 1 other source

Key takeaways

  • Rockstar will sell physical copies of Grand Theft Auto 6 — though you'll only get a box containing a digital download code.
  • This morning, Rockstar announced that it will finally begin GTA 6 pre-orders at midnight tonight, with various options available.
  • On the upside, physical copies will be available from November 12, in advance of the game's actual launch on November 19.

Rockstar will sell physical copies of Grand Theft Auto 6 — though you'll only get a box containing a digital download code.

This morning, Rockstar announced that it will finally begin GTA 6 pre-orders at midnight tonight, with various options available. Alongside a digital pre-order, fans will also be able to buy GTA 6 in a box — though no disc will be included inside.

On the upside, physical copies will be available from November 12, in advance of the game's actual launch on November 19. This earlier date is also when GTA 6 pre-loading will become available, allowing anyone with a physical copy or digital pre-order to get the game downloading.

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