Grand Theft Auto VI is almost here, and excitement is building around the world. The game launches on November 19, 2026, for PS5 and Xbox consoles. It has been delayed twice, but developer Rockstar Games says it needed extra time. The company wanted to deliver the level of polish that fans expect and deserve.
Sony has announced a new firmware requirement for PS5 players who want the game. Players must update their console software to version 14.22 before they can play. This requirement was reportedly discovered in the PlayStation Store database by online trackers. If players do not install the update, they will not be able to launch the game.
Many people believe Sony raised the requirement to prevent piracy on its console. Hackers had recently found ways to crack older PS5 software versions. By demanding the latest update, Sony hopes to block these unofficial methods. The reported download size of the game is a massive 210 gigabytes. Players will need to clear significant storage space on their consoles before the release.
The standard edition of GTA 6 costs 79.99 dollars in the United States. An ultimate edition is also available for 99.99 dollars with extra content included. Preloading begins on November 12, giving fans a week to prepare their consoles. Whether the firmware strategy will truly stop piracy remains uncertain for now. However, most regular players simply need to keep their PS5 software updated.
