Grand Theft Auto 6’s physical PS5 edition in Japan will reportedly contain a download code that expires 170 days after the game launches on 19 November 2026, rather than 170 days after purchase. This could leave buyers unable to redeem copies sold after about 8 May 2027, raising concerns about consumer access if unsold stock remains in shops.

Rockstar says the limitation is due to unspecified regional regulations, though the article notes that no equivalent 170-day deadline has been identified elsewhere. The issue is particularly significant because Sony is expected to rely increasingly on code-in-box products after disc manufacturing ends in January 2028, potentially making physical purchases less reliable for Japanese customers unless the policy changes.