In a thrilling update for gaming fans, Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA VI) can now be added to your PlayStation Store wishlist, signaling that Rockstar Games is ramping up excitement for its highly anticipated release. The news dropped alongside the launch of the second GTA VI trailer on May 6, 2025, which showcased stunning visuals and introduced protagonists Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos in the vibrant, Vice City-inspired state of Leonida.
The PlayStation Store now features a concept page for GTA VI, allowing eager players to wishlist the game ahead of its scheduled release on May 26, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. The page is adorned with striking keyart in the background, featuring the iconic GTA VI logo and vibrant imagery that captures Leonida’s sunlit chaos.
It also shows the game's official description: "Jason and Lucia have always known the deck is stacked against them. But when an easy score goes wrong, they find themselves on the darkest side of the sunniest place in America, in the middle of a criminal conspiracy stretching across the state of Leonida — forced to rely on each other more than ever if they want to make it out alive." The trailer, captured on a base PS5, has fans buzzing about the game’s open-world immersion, with promises of enhanced performance on the PS5 Pro.
Rockstar Games also released 70 high-resolution screenshots, showcasing Leonida’s diverse landscapes, from neon-lit Vice City streets to sprawling rural areas, alongside glimpses of the game’s supporting characters. The wishlist option has sparked a frenzy on social media, with posts on social media celebrating the milestone and speculating about future updates, including potential pre-order announcements. While no pre-order details are available yet, the move suggests Rockstar is laying the groundwork for a massive launch.
The gaming community is already counting down the 385 days until GTA VI arrives, with many praising Rockstar’s slow-burn marketing approach that has kept anticipation sky-high since the game’s first trailer in December 2023. As the industry braces for what analysts predict could be a record-breaking release, wishlisting GTA VI on the PlayStation Store is the closest fans can get to securing their spot in Leonida’s criminal underworld—for now.
When could GTA 6 pre-orders begin?
While the ability to wishlist GTA VI is a major milestone, fans are eager to know when pre-orders will open. Rockstar and Take-Two have confirmed the game’s release date of May 26, 2026, but have chosen not to open pre-orders at this time. Based on past release patterns, such as Red Dead Redemption 2, where pre-orders began roughly eight months before launch, GTA VI pre-orders might start around September or October 2025.
However, Rockstar’s unpredictable marketing strategy—coupled with GTA VI’s unprecedented hype—could shift this timeline, potentially aligning with a major event like The Game Awards in December 2025 or a dedicated Rockstar reveal in early 2026. Until Rockstar confirms, the wishlist option remains the best way to stay in the loop.
Watch recently-released second trailer for GTA 6 below:
For the latest updates, check out Rockstar's official channels and GTA 6 News Source Facebook page. Also check back with the PlayStation Store.
