GTA 6 physical version gets a disappointing update

There are no plans for Grand Theft Auto 6 to release a physical version of the game after the launch with a disc, it is claimed. There has been a lot of confusion surrounding Rockstar's plans for the physical version of GTA 6but it seems those waiting for a disc will be disappointed in the months following the game's release.

After Rockstar recently presented GTA 6s pricing information, it was confirmed that the physical version of the game will not launch with a disc in the box, but rather a PlayStation or Microsoft Store download code. However, it was quickly reported GTA 6 could get a physical disc version in the months after its initial launch, fueled by a ticket to Rockstar Support being answered with the response, “You will be able to get a physical copy in the following months.” It's understandable why fans only jump to that conclusion after seeing it.

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No GTA 6 physical disc at launch, 'And not months after'

A new report from the Hollywood Reporter has poured cold water on the idea of one GTA 6 physical disc release. The report says this has been “misconstrued by a hopeful internet,” according to a THR source close to the matter. It also confirms the idea that there are no plans to print discs for the game, “not at launch, and not months after,” after fans misinterpreted the earlier message from Rockstar Support.

There are a few reasons why this is disappointing news. Not having the disc is unfortunate for collectors, who may want a physical disc as part of their collecting years. But more immediately, this poses a problem for the market for used games, which will basically be non-existent for GTA 6. Players will not be able to sell their copy of GTA 6 to another player, whether immediately after its completion or in future years. And granted GTA 6s hefty $80 price tag, leaving players with no choice but to buy the game new may even price some, which would be unfortunate.

After years of secrecy, the start of summer has seemingly kicked off what will be a huge marketing campaign for GTA 6. Rockstar has already started revealing some more details about the game, while also starting pre-orders GTA 6. When it launches on November 19, 2026, it is expected to be the biggest video game launch of all time.

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It has been almost 13 years since its release GTA 5making this the longest wait between new main titles in the series' history. The game has already suffered several delays, and it seems GTA 6 has finally settled on November 2026. It's been a long wait, but the finish line is finally in sight, with more information about the game coming in the coming months.