GTA 5 first came out on September 17, 2013, for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. Rockstar later released upgraded versions for PS4 and Xbox One on November 18, 2014, PC on April 14, 2015, and PS5 and Xbox Series X|S on March 15, 2022.
Because Grand Theft Auto V has appeared on several generations of hardware, the answer depends on which version you mean. Here is the complete major-platform timeline.
GTA 5 release dates at a glance
- PS3 and Xbox 360: September 17, 2013
- PS4 and Xbox One: November 18, 2014
- PC: April 14, 2015
- PS5 and Xbox Series X|S: March 15, 2022
The original release: September 17, 2013
Rockstar launched Grand Theft Auto V on PS3 and Xbox 360 on September 17, 2013. This is the original release date and the correct answer when someone asks when GTA 5 came out without naming a platform.
The game introduced the interconnected stories of Michael, Franklin and Trevor in Los Santos and Blaine County. Its unusually long commercial life began on hardware that is now two console generations old.
PS4 and Xbox One: November 18, 2014
The first upgraded console editions arrived on November 18, 2014. They increased visual detail and draw distance, added new content and introduced a first-person mode. These were separate native releases for PS4 and Xbox One, not simply patches for the original versions.
PC: April 14, 2015
GTA V was released for PC on April 14, 2015. Rockstar had previously announced an earlier PC date, but the final launch took place in April. This distinction matters because older previews and archived announcements can still surface in search results.
The PC edition added scalable graphics settings, higher-resolution support and Rockstar Editor tools. It also created a broad PC player base spread across several storefronts. As our GTA 5 crossplay guide explains, those PC storefronts can share the PC network, but PC players cannot join console sessions.
PS5 and Xbox Series X|S: March 15, 2022
Native PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions launched on March 15, 2022. Rockstar highlighted new graphics modes, faster loading, platform-specific features and a standalone version of GTA Online.
These editions extended GTA V into a third console generation. They also created an important multiplayer distinction: players need compatible versions and platforms to join one another.
How old will GTA 5 be when GTA 6 launches?
GTA VI is scheduled for November 19, 2026. That places its planned launch more than 13 years after GTA V's original September 2013 release. For the latest confirmed date and platform information, see when GTA 6 is coming out.
Why are there so many GTA 5 release dates?
Each date represents a major native edition created for newer hardware or PC. The underlying story remained the same, while visual features, loading, controls and GTA Online support evolved. When comparing editions, use the date tied to the platform rather than describing every version as the 2013 release.
FAQ
When did GTA 5 originally come out?
GTA 5 originally came out on September 17, 2013, for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.
When did GTA 5 come out on PC?
The PC version launched on April 14, 2015.
When did GTA 5 come out on PS4 and Xbox One?
The PS4 and Xbox One editions launched on November 18, 2014.
When did GTA 5 come out on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S?
The native current-generation versions launched on March 15, 2022.
When is GTA 6 coming out?
Rockstar has scheduled GTA 6 for November 19, 2026, on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.