The essentials
- Release date: November 19, 2026
- Platforms: PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Rockstar hasn’t announced a PC version.
- Rating: Mature. Rockstar lists strong violence, language, sexual content, nudity, and drug and alcohol use.
Before the 19th
- Pre-order before launch if you want the Vintage Vice City Pack.
- Free up storage space. Expect a large download.
- Catch up on the story so far. Read the character profiles and the map overview.
- Watch the Launch Trailer (October 15, 2026). It debuts “Flower in a Hurricane” from the original score.
After launch
Gameplay guides, money tips and a 100% checklist go up here once we’ve played it ourselves.