What happened
According to IGN, Rockstar will launch Grand Theft Auto 6 at midnight local time in most countries on November 19. This means that players in different time zones will get to play the game at different times, with New Zealand being the first to access the game, roughly 20 hours ahead of players in Mexico and other parts of Central America. Some fans are planning to adjust their console region to play the game early, although this trick only works for Xbox Series X/S players. PlayStation 5 players can also play early, but only by creating a separate New Zealand account funded via a New Zealand gift card.
Why it matters for GTA 6 players
The midnight local rollout allows players in different time zones to play the game at different times, giving some players a head start on others. This has led to some fans planning to adjust their console region to play the game early, highlighting the excitement and anticipation surrounding the game's release.
What is confirmed
Grand Theft Auto 6 will launch digitally at midnight local time in most countries on November 19 for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. Pre-loading will be available starting November 12, and the game will be available as a single-player experience.
What remains unclear
The amount of free space required to install the game is still unknown, and Rockstar has not provided further details on this matter.
Source and attribution
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