GTA VI Will Be Playable on Xbox One via Cloud Gaming at Launch

Grand Theft Auto VI will be accessible on Xbox One consoles on launch day through Xbox Cloud Gaming, according to an announcement from Microsoft. The game is scheduled to release on November 19, and streaming will begin at 1 a.m. ET. The cloud version uses Xbox Series S graphics settings, allowing players on older hardware to experience the title without a native port.

The title, which Microsoft says is the most pre-ordered of all time on its store, will also run natively on Xbox Series X and Series S. The announcement encourages everyone to begin pre-loading as soon as possible to prepare for launch. It also noted that more Rockstar Games titles, including Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption 2, will be added to Xbox Cloud Gaming in the coming months.

Starting November 11, players in supported markets can buy cloud playtime to stream supported games without a Game Pass subscription. A separate purchase of Grand Theft Auto VI is required to stream it. Cloud gaming availability and features may vary by market and device.

Pre-orders for two editions are available on the Microsoft Store. The standard edition is priced at $79.99, while the Ultimate Edition is listed at $99.99. Both pre-orders include the Vintage Vice City Pack and one month of GTA+, which must be redeemed within 180 days. The Ultimate Edition bundles exclusive in-game vehicles, weapons, apparel, and access to specialized destinations like Rideout Customs and Electric Fang Tattoo.