Rockstar’s upcoming blockbuster may need more than a fifth of a 1 TB SSD.
Key points
- Grand Theft Auto VI is expected to require around 210 GB on PlayStation 5, far larger than previous Rockstar releases.
- Pre‑loading begins on November 12, with the official launch set for November 19 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
- The size exceeds many contemporary games and could strain the limited SSD space on current‑generation consoles.
According to data uncovered by the PlayStation Game Size account on X, the upcoming Grand Theft Auto VI will occupy roughly 210 GB on the PlayStation 5, a figure that dwarfs the 115 GB launch size of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and even exceeds the 150 GB space recommended for Red Dead Redemption 2 on PC.
The game is slated for a simultaneous launch on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S on November 19, with a pre‑load window opening on November 12, allowing players with sufficient bandwidth to begin downloading a week early.
Release timeline and pre‑load
For context, Rockstar’s previous console release, Grand Theft Auto V, required about 105 GB on both PS5 and PC, while Red Dead Redemption 2 needed 89 GB on the PS Store but 150 GB on Steam. The 210 GB figure for GTA VI therefore represents roughly double the storage footprint of GTA V and more than the space occupied by many current‑generation titles.
The sheer size has practical implications amid the ongoing console‑storage shortage; a full install would consume over 20 % of a 1 TB SSD, potentially prompting gamers to clear space or invest in larger drives before the November launch.
How the size stacks up against other titles
The article also notes a quirky comparison: the GTA VI install size is said to be equivalent to about 3,500 copies of the indie game Balatro or 6,000 copies of Animal Well, underscoring the massive data volume Rockstar is packing into its next open‑world title.
Reader questions
When can I start pre‑loading Grand Theft Auto VI?
Pre‑load is scheduled to open on November 12, a week before the official November 19 launch.
How does the GTA VI install size compare to GTA V?
GTA V needed about 105 GB on PS5 and PC, whereas GTA VI is reported to need roughly 210 GB, roughly double the previous title.
Will the PC version of GTA VI have a similar file size?
Rockstar has not released an official PC install size yet; rumors suggest a large footprint, but no confirmed figure is available.
Source: pcgamer.com
