Will GTA 6 be on PS4?

Will GTA 6 be on PS4 is a popular query among many PlayStation gamers around the world right now. They want to know if GTA 6 releases on their favorite platform or not - the PlayStation 4. Rockstar Games just announced that Grand Theft Auto 6 will be released on May 26, 2026. This generates curiosity about which platforms the upcoming title would be released for and if it includes PS4.

The latest statement by Rockstar Games didn't confirm any hardware. However, the studio previously confirmed PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions. To put it simply, no, GTA 6 won't be available on PS4 console in 2026. This article discusses some possible reasons why the upcoming game may not ever be released on the platform.

Note: Some parts of this article are subjective and reflect the writer’s opinions.

Will GTA 6 be on PS4: No; too powerful for the console?

Why Rockstar Games is unlikely to release GTA 6 on the PS4

The details on the first Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer wowed the gaming community and also worried some fans whether or not the gaming consoles would be able to run such gameplay smoothly. Although the PlayStation 5 Pro and Xbox Series X|S are some of the most powerful consoles to date, many believe that they’ll struggle to run the game without any lags.

In such cases, expecting a positive response to the question will GTA 6 be on PS4 is not recommended. The console was released in November 2013, a few weeks after the release of Grand Theft Auto 5. After the launch of the current-gen consoles, a majority of the gaming community has already shifted.

Rockstar Games is also prioritizing only the latest consoles by releasing new features, such as the Plus membership benefits, only on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Enhanced). Therefore, expecting the studio to go back to the old-gen consoles to sell its newest project is a bold dream.

Also Check: Grand Theft Auto 6 characters

Moreover, performance issues are also a major factor in why GTA 6 is unlikely to be released on PS4. The console now struggles to run Grand Theft Auto 5 Online smoothly, and Rockstar Games had to remove some common features (such as the Rockstar Editor) to keep the game running for its remaining time.

The upcoming title's graphics clearly indicate that it will require powerful hardware and software specifications to operate. Therefore, the Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay will likely only be released on modern hardware so that players don’t have to complain about laggy experiences. Some even speculate it to be a launch title for PS6.

It is also worth noting that Rockstar Games still hasn’t announced Grand Theft Auto 6 for PC. Despite having no hardware limitations like the old-gen consoles, the PC player base has been barred from enjoying the upcoming title on Day 1.

The community strongly believes that the studio will release the title after one or two years from its original release date. However, Rockstar Games still hasn’t commented anything on the Grand Theft Auto 6 PC version's release.

Other related-GTA 6 news and content you should know about:

About the author

Mridul completed his post-graduation in Mass Communication, Journalism, and Media Studies. His career as a journalist began at Sportskeeda, and he has been associated with the Esports & Gaming division for over 1.5 years. He has produced 1600+ articles on Grand Theft Auto, his favorite gaming franchise of all time.

Mridul writes detailed and well-researched articles, relying solely on official sources and reputable insiders for credible information. His immense love for the GTA series shines through in his work, which resonates with readers, with five of his articles having crossed the 100,000 reads mark each. Overall, his reads count stands at close to 8 million.

GTA: Vice City served as Mridul's introduction to Rockstar Games, and he has dedicatedly made his way through the publisher's catalog since then. If given a chance, he would love to drop into the world of Bully and relive his school days. However, he would like to recommend Grand Theft Auto 4 to beginners due to the depth of its narrative and in-game mechanics.

Know More

Edited by Abu Amjad Khan