Sony Pushes PS4 Users to Buy PS5 Before GTA 6's Nov. 19 Launch

7 articles · Updated · Yahoo · May 12

PS4 users who wishlisted Grand Theft Auto 6 are receiving Sony emails and console notifications urging them to upgrade to a PS5 ahead of the game's Nov. 19, 2026 release.
The push reflects GTA 6's current-gen-only launch plan: it will arrive on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, while Take-Two has said a PC version will not be available at launch.
Screenshots of the messages, including pitches aimed at "top Grand Theft Auto 5" players, have fueled expectations that Rockstar's marketing campaign is now formally underway.
An apparent ESRB 17+ Mature rating has surfaced as well, listing content such as violence, nudity, strong language and drug and alcohol use, another sign the release rollout is accelerating.

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