GTA VI reportedly needs a 210GB download on PS5
Grand Theft Auto VI is reportedly set to require a 210GB download on PlayStation 5, according to a post by dataminer PlayStation Game Size, a claim also reported by Insider Gaming. If accurate, the size could mean players need to clear substantial console storage and may face a lengthy download at launch.
It is unclear whether 210GB is the final installed size or the download size, and whether installation needs additional temporary space. The reported download is 61GB larger than the 149GB of free space Red Dead Redemption 2 needed on PS4, and exceeds half the usable storage on a standard 512GB Xbox Series S. Preloading is reportedly due to begin on 12 November, ahead of the 19 November release; a day-one patch could add to the download.
In short
- GTA VI is reportedly a 210GB PS5 download.
- The figure may not include temporary installation space or a launch patch.
- Preloading is reportedly scheduled for 12 November.
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The case for
A game of GTA VI’s reported scale may reasonably need substantial storage for its world, assets and audio, and a large download could reflect the breadth of the experience players are expecting. Players who can manage their storage may see the space and download time as a practical trade-off for a more expansive game.
The case against
A 210GB download would place a significant burden on players with limited console storage, slower internet connections or data caps, potentially requiring them to delete other games or wait a long time to play. The uncertainty about installed size, temporary installation space and a possible day-one patch makes it harder for players to plan, and raises a fair expectation that large releases should be managed with storage and access constraints in mind.
Explained simply
Grand Theft Auto VI is the next main game in Rockstar Games’ Grand Theft Auto series, known for large open worlds where players follow a story and take on missions. It is planned for PlayStation 5 and other current-generation consoles.
Games are stored on a console’s internal drive, which also holds system files and other games. A large game can leave less room for other content, and downloading it may take longer depending on a player’s internet connection.
The reported figure comes from a dataminer and has not been confirmed by Rockstar. It is also unclear whether it refers to the download or the space the installed game will occupy; updates or temporary installation files could affect the space needed.
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Originally published by Engadget as “Grand Theft Auto VI reportedly requires a 210GB download”.