Rockstar Games has officially revealed the box art for Grand Theft Auto VI, and it looks exactly as classic as you’d expect. Along with the cover reveal, the studio has finally dropped the official pre-order dates for the highly anticipated title.
The Cover Art Break Down
The box art sticks to the iconic, panel-based GTA collage design surrounding the central game title. This time around, the mosaic features:

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The Protagonists: Dual heroes Lucia and Jason taking center stage.
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Vehicles: A sleek yellow Lamborghini-style supercar, a speedboat, a helicopter, and someone pulling a highly irresponsible wheelie on a sports bike.
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The Chaos: A figure wielding a machine gun and another sporting an impressive amount of bling.
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The Vibe: A bikini-clad character, a crocodile, and a flamingo—perfectly capturing the pink-and-purple, neon-soaked aesthetic of the Miami-inspired Vice City.
Fun Fact: The helicopter placement maintains a legendary Rockstar tradition. A helicopter has appeared in the top-left panel of every modern Grand Theft Auto box art since Grand Theft Auto III.
Pre-Order and Launch Details
For those looking to secure their copy early, mark your calendars:
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Pre-Orders Open: June 25, 2026
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Platforms: PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S
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Official Release Date: November 19, 2026
While a digital or physical shortage is highly unlikely, opening pre-orders serves as a reassuring sign that Rockstar remains confident in hitting its November release window.
What We Know So Far
Rockstar Games confirmed that the game is being built for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, with improved visuals, new mechanics, and environments designed around the storybook theme.
We wanted to create a world that feels like stepping into a storybook — full of wonder, surprises, and discovery around every corner.
— Rockstar Games



