GTA 6: Rockstar Unveils the Official Cover Art and Sets Preorders for June 25
Rockstar Games officially confirms that GTA 6 preorders will open on June 25, 2026, alongside the game's first official cover art and a new story synopsis.
It's official. On June 18, 2026, Rockstar Games posted on X (formerly Twitter) and on its Newswire an announcement millions of players had been waiting for: Grand Theft Auto VI preorders will open on June 25, 2026 on digital storefronts and at select retailers. Alongside it, the studio unveiled the game's official cover art — the very first — as well as a new story synopsis. Here's everything you need to know from this announcement.
GTA 6 preorders: June 25, 2026 confirmed
✅ Confirmed by Rockstar Games: GTA 6 preorders begin Thursday, June 25, 2026. The official message states: "Pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto VI will officially begin on June 25 on digital storefronts and at other select retailers."
In practical terms, this means:
- PlayStation Store and Xbox Store will offer the digital version starting June 25
- Select physical retailers will also open preorders — in France, Fnac, Micromania, and Amazon are expected to follow shortly after
- The game releases on November 19, 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S — the date hasn't changed
🟡 What's still missing: Rockstar hasn't communicated an official price, an edition lineup (Standard, Deluxe, Ultimate, Collector), or any details on preorder bonuses. This information should be revealed on June 25, when preorders actually open.
This is the first concrete move of the summer marketing campaign promised by Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two Interactive, during the May 21, 2026 financial results. The countdown has begun.
GTA 6's official cover art finally revealed
Rockstar paired the announcement with a brand-new visual: the official Grand Theft Auto VI cover art. This is the first time the studio has revealed the game's box art, and it uses the franchise's signature collage style.
What's on the cover
The cover art uses the multi-panel grid characteristic of GTA games, already used on GTA V, GTA IV, and Vice City. Here are the identified elements:
| Element | Position | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Jason & Lucia | Top center | The two protagonists, side by side, in a dominant position |
| Boobie Ike | Side panel | Recurring trailer character, mission giver |
| Bae Luxe | Bottom left | The viral influencer seen in the trailers |
| Raul Bautista | Side panel | Heist expert, partner to Jason and Lucia |
| Helicopter | Background | Flying over the Vice City skyline |
| Golden supercar | Panel | Typical Vice City luxury vehicle |
| Speedboat + pink flamingo | Panel | Coastal atmosphere, a nod to Vice City |
| Alligator | Panel | Already glimpsed in trailer 1, part of Leonida's wildlife |
| Motorcycle (wheelie) | Panel | A stunt rider on a pink motorcycle |
The whole thing radiates unabashed Vice City energy: warm colors, sun, neon, a mix of luxury and chaos. This is Rockstar through and through — faithful to the franchise's visual DNA while asserting GTA 6's own identity.
A new official story synopsis
Rockstar also published a new plot summary for GTA 6 — the most detailed one to date:
"When an easy score lands Jason and Lucia in a conspiracy stretching across the entire state of Leonida, the young criminal couple find themselves on the darkest side of the sunniest place in America – forced to rely on each other more than ever if they want to make it out alive."
Translation: "When an easy score lands Jason and Lucia in a conspiracy stretching across the entire state of Leonida, the young criminal couple find themselves on the darkest side of the sunniest place in America — forced to rely on each other more than ever if they want to make it out alive."
What this synopsis confirms
- ✅ Jason and Lucia are indeed the two playable protagonists
- ✅ The story begins with an "easy score" that spirals out of control — classic Rockstar
- ✅ The conspiracy spans the entire state of Leonida, not just Vice City
- ✅ The tone is darker than expected: "the darkest side of the sunniest place"
- ✅ The couple's survival is a central stake — "if they want to make it out alive"
This is the first time Rockstar has explicitly confirmed that the story revolves around a state-wide conspiracy. The trailers showed heists and action, but the synopsis suggests a thriller/political dimension that goes well beyond the simple Bonnie & Clyde duo.
What's still to come on June 25
The June 18 announcement is a starting point, not a finish line. Here's what Rockstar hasn't communicated yet and should arrive on June 25:
- Official prices: no pricing announced. Market estimates put the standard edition between €79.99 and €89.99 in France
- Available editions: Standard, Deluxe, Ultimate, Collector? Leaks mention up to six variants (including console bundles), but nothing official
- Preorder bonuses: in-game money, exclusive vehicle, early access to GTA Online? Everything remains to be confirmed
- Trailer 3: widely expected around June 25 to accompany the preorder launch. Rockstar hasn't confirmed anything, but the timing would be perfect
June 25, 2026 is shaping up to be the most important day for GTA 6 since the release date was announced.
FAQ
When do GTA 6 preorders open?
✅ June 25, 2026, on digital storefronts (PlayStation Store, Xbox Store) and at select physical retailers. Confirmed by Rockstar Games on June 18, 2026.
What is the price of GTA 6?
🟡 Not announced. Rockstar hasn't communicated any official price. Estimates put the standard edition between €79.99 and €89.99 in France. The price will be revealed on June 25.
What does GTA 6's official cover art show?
The cover uses the franchise's signature collage style with Jason and Lucia at the center, surrounded by supporting characters (Boobie Ike, Bae Luxe, Raul Bautista), vehicles, and the Vice City atmosphere.
Is there a new GTA 6 trailer?
🟡 Not yet. The June 18 announcement didn't include a trailer 3. It's widely expected around June 25, but Rockstar hasn't confirmed anything.
Is GTA 6 coming to PC?
No, not at launch. GTA 6 releases November 19, 2026 only on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. A PC version is expected sometime in 2027.
Rockstar Games hit hard with this June 18 announcement: official cover art, a preorder date, and a new synopsis all in one salvo. On June 25, 2026, exactly one week after this reveal, preorders will open — and with them, prices, editions, and likely a new trailer. Mark the date, prepare your budget, and follow the Rockstar Games Newswire so you don't miss anything.
