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Grand Theft Auto VI available for presale
By Natalie Dreier, Cox Media Group National Content Desk at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
Gamers rejoice, you’re inching closer to getting the newest Grand Theft Auto game. Read more trending news Rockstar Games said preorders opened at midnight on June 25, available for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S.CNET noted it has been 13 years since the last main Grand Theft Auto game. Gr...
Key takeaway Read more trending news Rockstar Games said preorders opened at midnight on June 25, available for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
For Atlanta gamers eagerly awaiting the release of Grand Theft Auto VI, the presale date of June 25 marks a significant milestone. With the game's expected release on November 19, local gaming communities are likely to be abuzz with excitement. The decision by Rockstar Games to offer physical copies without a disc, instead providing a digital download code, may raise eyebrows among some gamers in the Atlanta area who prefer owning a tangible copy of the game. However, as noted by gaming journalist Vic Hood, this approach can help prevent leaks and reduce rebuying and reselling. Local game stores in Atlanta may need to adjust their sales strategies to accommodate this new format, potentially impacting their business models. As the release date approaches, Atlanta gamers will be watching to see how this new distribution method affects their gaming experience.
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Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Gamers rejoice, you’re inching closer to getting the newest Grand Theft Auto game. Read more trending news Rockstar Games said preorders opened at midnight on June 25, available for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S.CNET noted it has been 13 years since the last main Grand Theft Auto game. Gr...
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