GTA 6 Standard vs Ultimate Edition: Which Should You Buy?

Both editions include the full game. The Standard Edition is $79.99. The Ultimate Edition is $99.99 and adds 16 extras such as vehicles, weapons, outfits and in-game shops.

๐Ÿ† Winner

GTA VI Standard Edition wins by 4

๐ŸŒ Global ยท Last updated November 14, 2026

WIN
GTA VI Standard Edition
83
out of 100
The full game for $20 less
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GTA VI Ultimate Edition
79
out of 100
Full game plus 16 extras
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The Standard Edition wins for most players. It is the complete game, and you can buy the Ultimate upgrade later if you want the extras. Go Ultimate only if you already know you want the bonus vehicles, outfits and shops from day one.

Score breakdown

Price
A
9
B
7

$79.99 vs $99.99 in the US.

The game itself
A
9.5
B
9.5

Both include the full story and map.

Extras
A
5
B
9

Ultimate adds 16 items: vehicles, weapons, outfits, salons, shops, garages and activities.

Flexibility
A
9
B
7

Standard owners can buy the Ultimate upgrade separately later.

Value
A
9
B
7

The $20 buys cosmetics and conveniences, not more story.

Key differences

  • Pre-orders and purchases before November 20, 2026 include the Vintage Vice City Pack on both editions.
  • Boxed copies contain a download code. There is no disc.
  • The Ultimate Edition is digital only โ€” boxed copies are Standard Edition, but a boxed Standard owner can buy the $20 upgrade digitally later.
  • The Ultimate upgrade is listed at $20 on the Microsoft Store.
  • Pre-load opened on November 10, nine days before the November 19 launch.
  • Some players objected to in-game shops and garages being tied to the higher-priced edition.

Which should you pick?

A

Pick Standard if you want the full game at the lowest price and can decide on extras later.

B

Pick Ultimate if you want every bonus vehicle, outfit and shop unlocked from the start.

โ“˜ Prices differ by country. Confirm what each edition includes on Rockstar's site or your console store before you buy.

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