GTA 6 Australian Rating Likely an Error

GTA BOOM reports that the X 18+ rating assigned to GTA 6 in Australia appears to be a classification mistake. The outlet indicates the rating, which would be unusually restrictive for the franchise, doesn’t align with typical GTA classifications in the region.

No official clarification has been provided by Rockstar Games or Australian classification authorities regarding how the rating was applied or whether it will be corrected. The X 18+ designation would be notable given previous entries in the series and their standard classifications.

This matters for players anticipating the November 19, 2026 launch because a confirmed X rating could affect the game’s retail availability and distribution in Australia, though the reported error suggests this outcome remains unlikely.