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GTA 6 Editions: Standard vs Ultimate — What's the Difference and Which Should You Buy?
On this page
- 1.GTA 6 editions at a glance
- 2.What's in the GTA 6 Standard Edition?
- 3.What's in the GTA 6 Ultimate Edition?
- 4.The Vintage Vice City Pack (pre-order bonus)
- 5.Confirmed vs rumored: edition claims
- 6.Which GTA 6 edition should you buy?
- 7.Price, platforms, and release
- 8.The bottom line
- 9.Frequently asked questions
GTA 6 editions at a glance
Confirmed: Rockstar is selling GTA 6 in two editions on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Here's the quick comparison:
| Standard Edition | Ultimate Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $79.99 | $99.99 |
| Full base game | Yes | Yes |
| Vintage Vice City Pack (pre-order) | Yes | Yes |
| Exclusive bonus content | No | Yes |
The story and the core game are identical in both. The only difference is the Ultimate Edition's bundle of extra content.
What's in the GTA 6 Standard Edition?
Confirmed: The Standard Edition ($79.99) is the complete game — the full Grand Theft Auto VI story and world, with nothing cut. If you pre-order before launch, you also get the Vintage Vice City Pack (see below) at no extra cost.
For most players, this is everything you need: the entire game, plus the pre-order bonus.
What's in the GTA 6 Ultimate Edition?
Confirmed: The Ultimate Edition ($99.99) includes everything in the Standard Edition plus a set of exclusive bonus content, reported to include:
- 5 exclusive vehicles
- 4 weapon variants
- Multiple cosmetic packs
- 5 exclusive shops — Rideout Customs, Sara's Unisex Salon, Stock 305, Electric Fang Tattoo, and One-Eyed Willie's
- A dedicated garage
- 1 exclusive side mission
This content is threaded throughout Jason and Lucia's story rather than handed over all at once. You can browse the base-game vehicles and weapons in our databases — the Ultimate extras sit on top of those.
Important: the Ultimate Edition does not give you better missions, faster progression, or any competitive advantage. It's extra cosmetic and side content, not a power boost.
The Vintage Vice City Pack (pre-order bonus)
Confirmed: Pre-order either edition and you'll receive the Vintage Vice City Pack free, which includes:
- A Jason outfit
- A Lucia outfit
- The '55 Vapid Stanier vehicle
It's a pre-order incentive available if you order before November 20, 2026 — it is not exclusive to the pricier edition. Meet Jason and Lucia in our character database.
Confirmed vs rumored: edition claims
Edition coverage mixes official detail with retailer speculation. Here's the split:
| Claim | Status |
|---|---|
| Two editions: Standard $79.99, Ultimate $99.99 | Confirmed — Rockstar |
| Ultimate extras: 5 vehicles, 4 weapon variants, cosmetics, 5 shops, garage, side mission | Reported — from official edition marketing; exact in-game form TBC |
| Vintage Vice City Pack with any pre-order before Nov 20, 2026 | Confirmed — Rockstar |
| Standard → Ultimate upgrade purchasable later | Confirmed — Rockstar |
| A physical Collector's Edition with merch | Not announced — nothing official exists |
| Story DLC or a season pass | Not announced — Rockstar has said nothing |
| Ultimate Edition gives gameplay advantages | False — extras are cosmetic and side content only |
If a listing or video promises anything beyond this table, it isn't from Rockstar.
Which GTA 6 edition should you buy?
Analysis: It comes down to one question — do you want the extra content?
- Buy Standard ($79.99) if you mainly want to play through GTA 6's story and world. You get the complete game and miss nothing essential.
- Buy Ultimate ($99.99) if you want the exclusive vehicles, weapon variants, cosmetics, shops, garage, and side mission, and you like having everything from day one.
Good news either way: Rockstar has said Standard owners can buy the Ultimate Edition Upgrade separately at any time. So if you're unsure, start with Standard and upgrade later without losing anything.
Price, platforms, and release
Confirmed: Both editions are available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. There is no PC version yet. GTA 6 launches on November 19, 2026, and pre-orders are open now.
For the full breakdown of when GTA 6 releases on console and PC, see our GTA 6 release date guide.
The bottom line
Standard ($79.99) is the full game; Ultimate ($99.99) adds exclusive cosmetic and side content with no gameplay advantage — and both get the Vintage Vice City Pack if you pre-order. If you only care about playing GTA 6, Standard is all you need. If you want the extras and the collector feel, Ultimate is the pick — and you can always upgrade later. We'll update this guide if Rockstar changes pricing or edition contents.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does GTA 6 cost?
- The Standard Edition is $79.99 and the Ultimate Edition is $99.99 (USD) on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
- What's the difference between the GTA 6 Standard and Ultimate Editions?
- Both include the full game and identical story. The Ultimate Edition ($99.99) adds exclusive content — 5 vehicles, 4 weapon variants, cosmetic packs, 5 shops, a garage, and a side mission — but no gameplay advantage.
- Do both editions get the pre-order bonus?
- Yes. Pre-ordering either edition before November 20, 2026 includes the Vintage Vice City Pack: a Jason outfit, a Lucia outfit, and the '55 Vapid Stanier vehicle.
- Can I upgrade from the Standard to the Ultimate Edition later?
- Yes. Rockstar has said Standard Edition owners can buy the Ultimate Edition Upgrade separately at any time.
- Is the GTA 6 Ultimate Edition worth it?
- Only if you want the extra cosmetic and side content. The Ultimate Edition gives no gameplay or progression advantage, so for story-focused players the Standard Edition is enough.
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