GTA 6 download size confirmed at over 200GB on PS5

The game releases in less than a month

The figure comes from PlayStation Game Size, a tracker that monitors new listings on the PS Store's backend ahead of official confirmation.

Eurogamer, which first reported the number, said the actual space GTA 6 takes up on a console's SSD could end up smaller than the download itself.

Ahead of the November launch for Rockstar's blockbuster sequel, it is not yet clear whether a day-one patch is included in that 210GB figure, or whether players will need to download more on top.

According to Eurogamer, it is a "chonky 210GB download size", adding that PS Store sleuths are likely to update the number if it changes before launch.

Why the GTA 6 file size matters for PS5 storage

While a 210GB install is in fact quite large, it is not far off some of the biggest games already running on PS5.

For its size when every mode is installed, Call of Duty is also notorious for its size.

That said, unlike the God of War series on PS5, players can at least uninstall the parts they do not use.

GTA 6's single-player campaign, map and other content are built together, which could make trimming the install tricky once GTA Online arrives.

For players already feeling the squeeze after Sony's refusal to pass on PS5 tariff refunds to customers, this is something that makes more of a difference.

GTA 6 release date FAQs

When does GTA 6 come out?

On PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, GTA 6 is released on 19 November.

Meanwhile, pre-loading is opening on 12 November.

How much PS5 storage does GTA 6 need?

As a player, you will need at least 210GB of free space to download GTA 6 on PS5.

However, the game's final installed size may be smaller.