GTA 6 Pre-Orders come with a free month of GTA+ — but it does not arrive automatically, it has a deadline, and if you are not careful it will auto-renew and charge you after the free period ends. This guide covers exactly how to claim it on PS5 and Xbox, the best time to actually activate it, what you get from GTA+, and the one step you must take to avoid an unexpected charge.
TL;DR — GTA 6 Free GTA+ Month Key Facts
- Free GTA+ month is for digital pre-orders only — physical code-in-box buyers do not get it
- You must pre-order before November 20, 2026 to qualify
- It is not automatic — you need to manually claim it from the store page
- PS5 deadline to claim: March 31, 2027
- Xbox deadline to claim: 180 days after purchase
- After the free month, GTA+ auto-renews at $9.99/month unless you cancel
- Do not claim it now if GTA 6 is the reason you want it — the game does not launch until November 19
- One redemption per platform account — existing GTA+ subscribers can stack it
What Is GTA+ and What Do You Get?
GTA+ is Rockstar’s monthly subscription service for GTA Online. It has been running for a few years and is aimed at players who spend serious time in the online mode. Here is everything included in a GTA+ membership:
- GTA$500,000 deposited every month into your GTA Online character’s bank account
- 15% bonus GTA$ on Shark Card purchases compared to non-members
- Bonus GTA$ on missions and activities in GTA Online
- The Vinewood Car Club — claim a free vehicle each month and store up to 100 cars in an exclusive garage with a private workshop
- Rotating free and discounted vehicles in GTA Online to build your fleet faster
- Exclusive liveries, special paint jobs, and unique clothing dropped monthly
- Free taxi rides in-game, access to a discounted gun store, and the ability to bribe police to reduce your wanted level
- GTA+ Games Library — access to a rotating selection of classic Rockstar titles including Grand Theft Auto 5, Red Dead Redemption, Bully, Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition, L.A. Noire, Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories, and Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars
One month of GTA+ normally costs $9.99 / £6.99 / AU$11.95. The free month with your GTA 6 pre-order saves you that cost, and if you are an active GTA Online player it represents real value — especially the $500,000 monthly cash drop.
Who Gets the Free GTA+ Month?
Not everyone who buys GTA 6 qualifies. The free GTA+ month is tied to specific conditions.
The free month comes with any edition of Grand Theft Auto 6 — so you do not need to spend $100 on the Ultimate Edition to benefit. The Standard Edition at $79.99 qualifies just the same.
However, there is one important restriction. Only players who pre-order digital versions of Grand Theft Auto 6 will get access to the free GTA+ month. If you buy a physical box from a retail store, you do not receive it. The physical code-in-box edition qualifies for the Vintage Vice City Pack, but not the GTA+ bonus.
This promo is valid in all countries except Bahrain, China, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, the Russian Federation, and Taiwan.
How to Claim Your Free GTA+ Month on PS5
The process on PlayStation is straightforward. Here are the steps:
- Pre-order GTA 6 digitally from the PlayStation Store before November 20, 2026
- Once your pre-order is placed, go to the GTA+ product page on the PlayStation Store
- Follow the on-screen instructions — instead of a price, you will see the option to claim at no cost
- Complete the transaction and your free month is activated
After the pre-order is made, the month of GTA+ can be claimed by new, lapsed, and existing subscribers at a time of their choosing by March 31, 2027. You have plenty of time to decide when to activate it.
Existing GTA+ subscribers can stack the month onto their existing subscription, though stacking is usually not supported by GTA+ on the PlayStation Store. Check your account details when claiming to confirm.
How to Claim Your Free GTA+ Month on Xbox
The steps on Xbox are similar:
- Pre-order GTA 6 digitally from the Xbox Store before November 20, 2026
- After your pre-order is confirmed, visit the GTA+ product page on the Xbox Store
- Follow the on-screen instructions to claim at no extra cost
- Your free month activates from the moment you redeem it
On Xbox, the free month can be activated up to 180 days after you purchase the game. That gives you roughly six months from pre-order to decide when to start your free month — much more flexibility than the fixed March 2027 PlayStation deadline.
This pre-order bonus is limited to one redemption per platform account on both Xbox and PlayStation. If you own GTA 6 on both platforms, you would need to buy on each storefront separately to get the bonus on both accounts.
The Most Important Thing: Do Not Claim It Right Now
This is the single biggest mistake players are making after pre-ordering.
The free month is redeemable from the moment you pre-order, but GTA 6 does not launch until November 19. So if you claim your free GTA+ month now in June, it runs out in July — four months before the game you pre-ordered even arrives. Then it auto-renews at full price.
Unless you are actively playing GTA Online right now and want the monthly benefits immediately, there is almost no reason to claim the GTA+ bonus today. The smart move is to hold off and activate it close to the GTA 6 launch in November so your free month covers your first weeks in the new game.
PS5 buyers have until March 31, 2027 to claim it. Xbox buyers have 180 days from purchase. Neither deadline is pressing. Take your time.
How to Cancel GTA+ Before You Get Charged
This is the other critical step that many players will miss. Once you redeem the GTA+ bonus, it enrolls as a subscription that auto-renews the following month. You need to cancel it manually if you do not want to be billed.
The free month is not an automatic subscription when you buy the game. You receive a link or code that you choose to redeem at any time. But once you do redeem it, the auto-renewal kicks in.
How to Cancel GTA+ on PS5
- Go to Settings on your PS5
- Select Users and Accounts
- Go to the Accounts tab and scroll to Payment and Subscriptions
- Select Subscriptions, find GTA+, and cancel auto-renewal from the bottom of the screen
How to Cancel GTA+ on Xbox
- Press the Xbox button on your controller
- Go to Profile and System, then Settings, then Account, then Subscriptions
- Choose GTA+ and select Cancel Subscription / Turn Off Recurring Billing
- Alternatively, manage your subscription online via the Microsoft account subscriptions page in your browser
Cancel before the 30 days are up and you will not be charged. Your GTA+ benefits continue until the end of your paid period after cancellation.
Is GTA+ Worth Keeping After the Free Month?
That depends entirely on how much GTA Online time you plan to put in. Here is a quick breakdown.
GTA+ is worth keeping if you:
- Play GTA Online regularly and want a consistent monthly cash boost
- Buy Shark Cards — the 15% bonus adds up over time
- Want access to the rotating classic Rockstar games library without buying each separately
- Care about exclusive vehicles, liveries, and cosmetics each month
GTA+ is not worth keeping if you:
- Are only here for the GTA 6 single-player story
- Do not play GTA Online at all
- Already own the Rockstar titles in the games library
- Do not want a recurring $9.99 monthly charge
The honest answer for most players: use the free month during your first weeks with GTA 6 in November, see how much time you spend in GTA Online, then decide. Cancel before day 30 if you are not hooked. It costs nothing to try it.
FAQs — GTA 6 Free GTA+ Month
Does the physical GTA 6 copy come with a free GTA+ month?
No. The free GTA+ month is for digital pre-orders only, via the PlayStation Store or Xbox Store. Physical buyers get the Vintage Vice City Pack (while stocks last) but not the GTA+ bonus. Read our full breakdown of why GTA 6 physical copies have no disc to understand the full picture on physical editions.
When is the deadline to claim the free GTA+ month?
On PlayStation, you must claim it by March 31, 2027. On Xbox, you have 180 days after your purchase date to activate it.
Can I claim the free GTA+ month if I am already a subscriber?
Existing GTA+ subscribers can stack the month onto their existing subscription, though stacking is not always supported on the PlayStation Store. Check the product page when claiming.
Does the free GTA+ month auto-renew?
Yes. Once you redeem it, it becomes an active subscription that bills you $9.99 the following month unless you cancel before the 30 days are up.
Can I claim the GTA+ bonus on both PS5 and Xbox?
Only if you purchase GTA 6 digitally on both platforms. The bonus is one redemption per platform account. Buying on PS5 gives you one free month on your PlayStation account. Buying separately on Xbox gives you another on that account.
What is the GTA+ monthly price after the free month?
GTA+ costs $9.99 per month in the US, £6.99 in the UK, and AU$11.95 in Australia.
The free GTA+ month with your GTA 6 digital pre-order is a genuinely useful bonus — but only if you handle it correctly. Do not rush to claim it the moment you pre-order. Wait until launch week in November, enjoy the free month alongside your first taste of GTA 6, and cancel before day 30 if you decide GTA Online is not for you.
For the full picture on what comes with your GTA 6 pre-order, check our complete GTA 6 pre-order guide covering all editions, prices, and bonuses. If you bought the Ultimate Edition and want to know what those exclusive shops look like, we have a full breakdown of the GTA 6 Ultimate Edition exclusive single-player shops. Xbox players can also save money on their purchase with our guide on getting GTA 6 cheaper with Xbox Microsoft Rewards points. And PS5 owners should read up on why GTA 6 plays best on PS5 with DualSense and 3D audio before launch day.
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