A world as large and detailed as Leonida comes at a cost: storage. While Rockstar has not announced an official figure, GTA 6 is expected to be one of the largest console downloads yet, so planning your storage ahead of launch is smart.
Quick Facts
- Official size: Not yet announced
- Expectation: Likely 150GB+ based on modern AAA games
- Platforms: PS5 and Xbox Series X|S SSD storage
- Tip: Free up space or add an SSD before launch day
How big will GTA 6 be?
Rockstar has not confirmed a download size. For context, modern open-world titles routinely exceed 100GB, and GTA 5 with online grew well past that over time. Given GTA 6's next-gen detail and map scale, an install of 150GB or more would not be surprising.
What storage do PS5 and Xbox need?
Both consoles require games to run from high-speed SSD storage:
- PS5 — internal SSD or a compatible M.2 NVMe expansion drive
- Xbox Series X|S — internal SSD or an official Storage Expansion Card
You cannot run a current-gen game like GTA 6 directly from a standard external USB hard drive, so expansion SSDs are the way to add room.
How can you prepare for launch?
- Delete games you are no longer playing
- Consider buying an expansion SSD before November
- Pre-load the game if Rockstar enables it ahead of release
Will updates increase the size?
Almost certainly. As seen with GTA Online, post-launch updates and the eventual online mode tend to grow a game's footprint over time, so leave headroom.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many GB is GTA 6?
Not officially confirmed; expectations based on modern AAA games point to 150GB or more.
Can I install GTA 6 on an external drive?
You can store it, but current-gen games must run from internal or expansion SSD storage.
Should I buy more storage now?
If your console is near full, adding an expansion SSD before launch is a smart move.