Grand Theft Auto VI requires up to 212GB of storage space

Rockstar Games has officially confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI will demand up to 212GB of hard drive space on console hardware. The developer stated that the final file size may fluctuate based on the specific device used by the player.

Pre-loading for the game is set to begin on November 10. PlayStation 5 users will gain access at midnight local time, while Xbox Series X|S users are scheduled to start at 12:00 AM GMT. The company has published a support page outlining the necessary steps to prepare consoles for the large installation.

The requirement for 212GB marks a significant increase in data storage needs for console software. This development underscores the growing storage demands in the gaming industry, often necessitating hardware upgrades or the removal of existing software for players with limited console capacity.