Will your download finish before launch?
Enter your internet speed to see how long GTA 6 will take to download - and the latest moment you can start and still play at unlock.
Last verified September 20261 · Game size
Official size TBC - Rockstar hasn’t published one. The estimate tracks modern Rockstar installs (roughly 150-200 GB) and becomes exact the day it’s announced.
2 · Your internet speed
Check fast.com if unsure. Real download speeds usually run 70-90% of your plan.
3 · When will you start?
GTA 6 download time by internet speed
Based on an estimated 175 GB downloadat 80% of your advertised speed. Use the calculator above for your exact size and connection.
| Internet speed | Typical plan | Download time |
|---|---|---|
| 10 Mbps | Basic DSL / rural | 2.1 days |
| 25 Mbps | Basic DSL / rural | 19h 55m |
| 50 Mbps | Common broadband | 9h 57m |
| 100 Mbps | Common broadband | 4h 59m |
| 300 Mbps | Cable / entry fibre | 1h 40m |
| 500 Mbps | Full fibre | 60 min |
| 1 Gbps | Full fibre | 30 min |
Times assume a steady connection with no throttling. If the download can't finish before your unlock, start during the preload window - the calculator shows your latest safe start.
Download questions
When does GTA 6 preload start?
Confirmed: preload opens November 12, 2026 at midnight local time, a full week before the November 19 unlock. Set the "Preload, Nov 12" start above to see whether that week is enough on your connection.
How big is GTA 6's download?
Rockstar hasn't published an official size. Reported estimates put the base console install around 150-200 GB, with a launch-day patch likely adding 20-50 GB on top. The slider covers 100-250 GB so you can plan for the high end; the exact figure replaces the estimate on announcement day.
My internet is slow - what are my options?
Start preload the minute it opens, download overnight, pause other devices, and go wired if possible. The "latest safe start" line tells you exactly how early to begin.