GTA 6 Preorder Date Revealed in Best Buy Leak

The wait for Grand Theft Auto 6 preorders may be coming to a sudden close. A new report from Best Buy suggests that preorders for the most anticipated video game of the decade will go live next week, significantly lowering the likelihood of another delay.

The leak was first highlighted by content creator Frogboyx1Gaming, who shared an email sent to his Best Buy affiliate account on X (formerly Twitter). The message indicated that preorder access would open on May 18. The credibility of this report increased rapidly when other affiliates confirmed they had received identical emails, complete with video proof.

For those unfamiliar with the mechanics of digital retail, affiliate links are personalized URLs provided to creators and websites to earn commissions on sales. These emails are designed to give partners a heads-up to prepare their content strategies. However, it is highly probable that this specific email was sent prematurely, or perhaps Best Buy is testing the gaming community’s discretion.

What the May 18 Date Means for Players

While all leaks should be taken with a grain of salt, this one appears significant. Take-Two Interactive, Rockstar’s parent company, previously stated that "launch marketing" for Grand Theft Auto 6 would begin this summer. A preorder date in mid-May aligns closely with this timeline.

Furthermore, the timing is strategically close to Take-Two’s next quarterly report, scheduled for May 21. Firming up the preorder details just days before this financial disclosure could help eliminate uncertainty for investors and analysts.

If the May 18 date holds true, players can expect two major announcements:

  • Release of the Third Trailer: Preorders launching on this day will likely coincide with the drop of GTA 6’s third trailer. Fans are hoping this will feature actual gameplay footage rather than just cinematic hype.
  • Official Pricing Confirmation: The leak will finally reveal the cost of the game, ending months of speculation regarding whether the industry is moving toward $100 titles. While a $100 price tag is possible, an $80 base edition remains a strong possibility.

Platform Availability and Launch Details

It is important to note that these preorder details currently apply only to console versions. Grand Theft Auto 6 has not yet been announced for PC, meaning the May 18 date is primarily relevant to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S owners.

Regardless of platform, the global release date remains November 19. Whether this preorder leak is an accurate preview or a premature error, May 18 will undoubtedly be a critical day for the GTA community to watch.