Rockstar Games has confirmed that GTA 6’s digital launch will roll out at midnight across the globe, with New Zealand getting access first. The staggered midnight release means players in different regions will be able to start playing as their local time hits 12 AM, rather than waiting for a simultaneous worldwide unlock.
This approach allows for a coordinated global launch while respecting regional time zones. Players in earlier time zones won’t need to wait for those in later zones to catch up before diving in.
For fans counting down to release day, this means you’ll be able to begin playing the moment your region’s midnight arrives, letting you jump into Vice City without delay.
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