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Grand Theft Auto 6 Physical Copies Won't Include a Disc, Will Just Be a Code in a Box
Rockstar will sell physical copies of Grand Theft Auto 6 — though you'll only get a box containing a digital download code.
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Gamesradar
· Jun 24, 2026
GTA 6 physical copies are a code in a box, as Rockstar confirms they won't come with a disk
GTA 6 physical copies are a code in a box, as Rockstar confirms they won't come with a disk
Kotaku
· Jun 24, 2026
‘Physical’ Copies Of GTA 6 Will Just Be A Code In A Box With No Disc At Launch
Redeemable codes would prevent the game from leaking early
The Beat
· Jun 25, 2026
Gamers who buy a physical copy of GTA 6 will only get a code in a box
Didn’t Andy Samberg and Justin Timberlake have a song about this?
DualShockers
· Jun 24, 2026
GTA 6 Disappoints Fans With Physical Copies Only Being A Code In A Box
Rockstar has confirmed that the physical editions of Grand Theft Auto 6 only include a code in a box, making them worthless for most people.
SVG
· Jun 30, 2026
5 Reasons Why GTA 6's Physical Edition Won't Include A Disc
Grand Theft Auto 6 will ship with a slip of paper inside a plastic box, for those insistent on putting something on the shelf. We explore the reasons why.
IGN
· Jun 25, 2026
GTA 6: Should You Preorder a Physical or Digital Copy?
Deciding between a physical or digital copy of GTA 6? From the missing disc to a retailer loophole that saves your wallet, here is how to choose.
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Related coverage for "Grand Theft Auto 6 Physical Copies Won't Include a Disc, Will Just Be a Code in a Box": Gamesradar — GTA 6 physical copies are a code in a box, as Rockstar confirms they won't come with a disk . Kotaku — ‘Physical’ Copies Of GTA 6 Will Just Be A Code In A Box With No Disc At Launch. The Beat — Gamers who buy a physical copy of GTA 6 will only get a code in a box. DualShockers — GTA 6 Disappoints Fans With Physical Copies Only Being A Code In A Box. SVG — 5 Reasons Why GTA 6's Physical Edition Won't Include A Disc. IGN — GTA 6: Should You Preorder a Physical or Digital Copy?