GTA 6 Pre-loading: A major advantage for gamers ahead of the GTA 6 launch—pre-loading begins today.

Rockstar Games has decided to start the pre-loading process for GTA 6 two days earlier than planned. Find out when pre-loading begins in India and how much storage space will be required for the download.

GTA 6 Pre-loading: There is a lot of buzz in the gaming world surrounding Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6). After a long wait, the game’s launch is finally approaching. This brings good news for gamers who have already pre-ordered GTA 6: Rockstar Games has adjusted the date for the game's digital pre-loading.

Players no longer need to wait for the originally scheduled date to download the game. The company has moved the pre-loading date up by two days. This allows gamers to download the game files onto their consoles well before the launch, ensuring they can start playing immediately on release day without wasting time on downloads. Let’s take a look at when exactly the pre-loading for GTA 6 will begin.

When will the pre-loading for GTA 6 begin?

According to Rockstar Games, the digital pre-loading for GTA 6 will now begin on November 10. The date was originally set for November 12, but the company has updated the schedule to start two days earlier. On PlayStation 5, pre-loading will begin at 12:00 AM (midnight) local time on November 10. For Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X, this feature will be available starting at 12:00 AM GMT. Pre-loading has already become available for some users in New Zealand. In India, PS5 users will be able to start downloading GTA 6 at 12:00 AM (midnight) on November 10, while for Xbox users, the download will begin at 5:30 AM.

GTA 6 File Size Could Reach Up to 212GB

The pre-load file size for the game could be as large as 212GB, depending on the console. Therefore, it is essential to ensure that this much storage space is available before beginning the download. According to the company, Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to launch on November 19. Gamers who complete the pre-load process will be able to start playing immediately on launch day without needing to download the game again.

How to Download the Game on PS5 and Xbox

To take advantage of the GTA 6 pre-load, you must digitally pre-order either the Standard or Ultimate Edition of the game via the PlayStation Store or Xbox Store. On the PS5, navigate to your Game Library and select Grand Theft Auto 6; you will see a countdown to the game's launch. By clicking on it, you can view the content included with your pre-order and check the status of the auto-download feature. You can also set your console to 'Rest Mode' to complete the download, provided that the setting to keep your internet connection active is enabled. On the Xbox Series S/X, users must ensure that the 'Automatic Updates' option is enabled within the console's settings.

Those Purchasing Physical Copies Will Need to Wait

Gamers opting for the physical version of GTA 6 will have to wait a bit longer than those who purchase the digital version. Physical copies of the game will be available at retail starting November 12; however, the box will include a digital download code. Once this code is redeemed, users can begin pre-loading the game on or after November 12.