As of 2026-10-11, 20 facts are confirmed by Rockstar or Take-Two, 2 are reported by reputable outlets, 2 remain unverified — 24 tracked in total. Every row links its source and its full fact entry.
Rumor rows use neutral wording on purpose — we never link leaks, datamines or unofficial footage. "Confirmed" means stated by Rockstar Games or Take-Two Interactive; "Reported" means reported by at least two reputable outlets.
| Topic | Claim | Status | Source | Fact link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 19, 2026 | Confirmed | rockstargames.com/VI; Take-Two | 🔗 |
| Platforms | PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S | Confirmed | rockstargames.com/VI | 🔗 |
| PC | Not announced | Confirmed | Rockstar Support "Platforms, Editions, and Versions" | 🔗 |
| PS5 unlock | 12:00 AM local, by region; US 12:00 AM ET Nov 19 (05:00 UTC); NZ first, Nov 18 11:00 UTC | Confirmed | PlayStation Store regional listings | 🔗 |
| Xbox unlock | Xbox unlock time has not been published by Rockstar; any times circulating online are unverified. | Rumor | No official source published | 🔗 |
| Price | Standard $79.99; Ultimate $99.99 (digital only) | Confirmed | PS Store / Xbox Store US listings | 🔗 |
| Pre-order bonus | Vintage Vice City Pack; plus 1 month GTA+ with digital pre-orders (auto-renews; redeem by Mar 31, 2027) | Confirmed | PS Store listing; Rockstar Support | 🔗 |
| Bonus deadline | Rockstar Support: "prior to November 20, 2026"; PS Store: "prior to 19 November 2026 at 23:59:59" | Confirmed | Rockstar Support; PS Store | 🔗 |
| Pre-load | From local midnight Nov 12, 2026 (digital pre-orders and redeemed physical codes) | Confirmed | Rockstar Support | 🔗 |
| Physical edition | Download code in box, no disc; on sale Nov 12 | Confirmed | Rockstar Support | 🔗 |
| Ultimate upgrade | Can be bought separately later, including by physical Standard owners after code redemption | Confirmed | Rockstar Support | 🔗 |
| Vice City Collection | $399.99 / £349.99; game not included; ships Nov 19, 2026 | Confirmed | Rockstar Newswire (Sep 24, 2026) | 🔗 |
| Setting | Leonida (fictional Florida); regions: Vice City, Leonida Keys, Grassrivers, Port Gellhorn, Ambrosia, Mount Kalaga National Park | Confirmed | rockstargames.com/VI | 🔗 |
| Map size | About 2× GTA V; about 3× RDR2 (ratios only, no official area) | Confirmed | Game Informer #382 (Aaron Garbut); Rob Nelson via Kotaku (Aug 27, 2026) | 🔗 |
| Protagonists | Jason Duval, Lucia Caminos | Confirmed | rockstargames.com/VI | 🔗 |
| Named characters | Cal Hampton, Boobie Ike, Dre'Quan Priest, Real Dimez (Bae-Luxe & Roxy), Raul Bautista, Brian Heder | Confirmed | rockstargames.com/VI | 🔗 |
| Voice actors (Jason, Lucia) | Voice actors for Jason and Lucia have not been officially named; casting claims online are unverified. | Rumor | No official source published | 🔗 |
| Official videos | Trailer 1 (Dec 2023); Trailer 2 (May 6, 2025); An Extended Look (Netflix, Aug 27, 2026, 3 PM ET; YouTube 9 PM ET) | Confirmed | Rockstar; Netflix Tudum | 🔗 |
| Online | Single-player only at launch; no crossplay at launch | Confirmed | Take-Two | 🔗 |
| Frame rate | No official figure; 30fps console target reported | Reported | Kotaku / Push Square (Aug 2026), quoting Rob Nelson | 🔗 |
| PS5 Pro | Listed as "PS5 Pro Enhanced"; specifics not stated | Confirmed | PlayStation Store | 🔗 |
| Length | Rob Nelson's playthrough took about 80 hours including optional content; no official story length | Reported | Vice / TechRadar | 🔗 |
| Wildlife & weather | 170+ animal species; hurricanes | Confirmed | Game Informer #382 (via Forbes, Oct 6, 2026) | 🔗 |
| Wanted system | Crimes need a witness or alarm; hollow stars = unidentified; outfits and vehicles affect heat | Confirmed | IGN interview transcript (Oct 7, 2026) | 🔗 |
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