Rockstar is no stranger to asking us to spend big on its games, and Grand Theft Auto 6 continues that tradition with an Ultimate Edition that costs $100. For a series built around opulence, it's fitting that even the pre-release shopping experience feels like a luxury car deal: everything is expensive and designed to make you wonder if you really need the upgrade.
The Ultimate Edition upgrade promises exclusive story content, vehicles, weapons, customization options and locations for Jason and Lucia throughout their journey through Leonida. While the standard edition will still deliver the full Grand Theft Auto 6 experience, the question is whether these extras add meaningful value or are mostly expensive decorations. I'll break it down for you.
Everything is included in the Ultimate Edition
In addition to the game itself, the Ultimate Edition has a mix of game bonuses and cosmetic upgrades.
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Feature |
Included content |
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Vehicle |
95 Grotti Cheetah, Dinka Enduro Motorcycle, Crest Kayak, Shitzu Squalo Boat and '67 Vapid Dominator Buggy. |
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Arms |
Hawk & Little Morgan Revolvers and personalized versions of Jason and Lucia's pistols. |
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Character customization |
Exclusive clothing, hairstyles, tattoos, makeup, nails, facial hair and streetwear options. |
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Customization of vehicles |
Ganado Retro Build, Rideout Customs, One-Eyed Willie's and additional vehicle upgrades. |
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Garage and places |
Paradise Garage, PTT Youngin$ Compound, Sara's unisex salon, Stock 305, and Electric Fang Tattoo. |
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Collectibles and extras |
Classic car restoration missions and Goodtime Gear outfits inspired by Macca the Alligator. |
Is the Ultimate Edition worth it?
The answer depends a lot on what kind of Grand Theft Auto 6 player you are. If you plan to spend hundreds of hours exploringcustomize vehicles, replay missions and turn Jason and Lucia into your own crime movie protagonists, the Ultimate Edition has tons of appeal. The extra vehicles, customization options, and exclusive locations give you more toys to experiment with from the start.
However, the $100 price tag is one harder to sell to everyone else. The Ultimate Edition doesn't seem to offer a completely different version of the campaign or a major game expansion. Instead, it adds more flavor: more cars, more clothes, more customization, and more places to spend time in the game. These extras may improve your time with the game, but they are very unlikely to change how the story itself plays out.
The greatest value comes from the exclusive destinations. Shops like Rideout Customs, Sara's Unisex Salon, and One-Eyed Willies will be great if you like extra customization and exploration.
The verdict
For most people the standard edition is the smarter buy. Grand Theft Auto 6 is expected to be a huge game in its own right, and it is The Ultimate Edition's extras are best viewed as luxury add-ons rather than essential content. If you're the type of player who wants every vehicle, every outfit, every customization option available, the upgrade may justify the extra cost. Everyone else can probably keep the extra $30 in their wallet.
