Rockstar has confirmed that physical copies of GTA 6 on PS5 will include download codes rather than traditional disc-based gameplay. These codes come with region-locking restrictions.
The decision means that even players purchasing physical versions won’t be able to use them across different regions. Instead of receiving a fully playable disc, buyers get a code that ties the game to their specific regional PlayStation Network account.
This approach differs from traditional physical game releases, which typically allow regional flexibility. The region-locking applies universally to PS5 physical copies, regardless of where the game is purchased.
For players planning to buy GTA 6 on PS5, this confirms an important limitation: your physical purchase will be locked to your account’s region, which could affect resale, gifting, or playing on accounts outside your region.