Microsoft and Rockstar Games have confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI will be available on Xbox Cloud Gaming on launch day, November 19, starting at 1am Eastern Time. The announcement, published on Xbox Wire on November 10, means owners of the Xbox One — the previous-generation console, which has no native version of the game — will be able to play GTA 6 by streaming.
How it will work on Xbox One
When streamed from the cloud, the game will use Xbox Series S graphics settings. Microsoft stresses that the game must be purchased separately and is not included with Game Pass. GTA 6 streaming will be limited to Xbox consoles at launch — no streaming to PC, mobile or TV, according to coverage of the announcement.
More Rockstar games on the way
From November 11, players in selected markets will also be able to buy cloud playtime without a Game Pass subscription, under the pay-as-you-go model. Microsoft also said more Rockstar titles will come to Xbox Cloud Gaming in the coming months, including Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption 2.
According to Microsoft, GTA 6 is the most pre-ordered title in Microsoft Store history. The company also announced a 10-year strategic partnership with Take-Two, Rockstar's parent company.
As we reported earlier, GTA 6 pre-loading has already begun, with downloads of up to 212 GB, and Rockstar has confirmed 30 FPS on consoles. Read the earlier story: GTA 6: pre-loading begins with up to 212 GB and Rockstar confirms 30 FPS on consoles.
Sources: Xbox Wire (official announcement); Polygon; Gadgets 360.
Featured image: official Grand Theft Auto VI key art. Image: Rockstar Games / Xbox Wire.
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