GTA 6 pre-orders launch May 18 – Best Buy leak

According to a leak that spread across Reddit, GTAForums and industry media, physical pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto VI are set to open on Monday, May 18, 2026. The information comes from a Best Buy affiliate email received by content creators working with the retailer.

The email, titled "Special Offer", announces the start of physical GTA 6 pre-orders for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S on May 18. It's the most concrete signal yet that Rockstar Games and retail partners are ready to switch on pre-orders. The game itself is still scheduled to launch on November 19, 2026.

What to expect on May 18: - Standard edition – suggested MSRP around $69.99–$79.99 (speculation about a $100 price hike has not been confirmed). - Deluxe / digital edition with online mode bonuses. - Collector's edition – limited run with physical merchandise. - Pre-order bonuses: exclusive vehicles, weapons or in-game currency for the online mode.

Rockstar Games has not officially confirmed the date, but the GTA VI calendar page on rockstargames.com was recently updated, which only adds to the buzz. We recommend caution with offers from unauthorised resellers and waiting for confirmation through official channels.

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