Pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto VI on the PlayStation 5 have sold out at Italian retailer Showgame. The listing for the PS5 version now displays the status "Esaurito," indicating that all available units have been purchased. This rapid sell-out occurred shortly after the retailer opened pre-orders on May 18, 2026.
PS5 stock depleted immediately after launch at Italian retailer
In contrast to the PlayStation 5, the Xbox Series X version of the game remains available for pre-order. At the time of the report, the retailer still had 48 units in stock for the Microsoft console. Both the PS5 and Xbox Series X versions are listed with a launch date of November 19, 2026.
The pre-order price for Grand Theft Auto VI is set at 69.90 EUR, which is approximately $81.23. This pricing applies to both the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X editions in the European market. The cost is notably lower than the standard launch price for new console games in the region.
The availability of pre-orders at Showgame has raised questions about the official launch timeline. Industry observers suspect that the retailer may have jumped the gun on Take-Two's official timing. Major storefronts including the PlayStation Store, Best Buy, and Amazon have not yet listed the game for pre-order. No official marketing campaign or trailer has been released by Rockstar Games or Take-Two to confirm the immediate availability.
Rockstar Games has not confirmed the launch window or the pre-order status for the title. The discrepancy between the retailer's listing and the lack of official marketing suggests the pre-orders may be premature. The company has not issued any statement regarding the Italian retailer's actions or the early availability of the game.
Source: NotebookCheck
