GTA 6 Editions & Price: Standard vs Ultimate
Last updated: July 2026
GTA 6 launches with two editions: Standard ($79.99) and Ultimate ($99.99). Both include the complete Jason and Lucia story, the full map, and every core mechanic — the $20 difference buys five exclusive customization shops, extra vehicles and weapons, and two additional side missions. Neither edition includes an online mode; GTA 6 launches as a single-player experience only.
Key Facts
| Standard Edition | Ultimate Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Price (US) | $79.99 | $99.99 |
| Price (EU) | €79.99 | €99.99 |
| Price (UK) | £69.99 | £89.99 |
| Full story & map | ✓ | ✓ |
| Exclusive shops | ✗ (0 of 5) | ✓ (all 5) |
| Bonus vehicles/weapons | ✗ | ✓ |
| Extra side missions | ✗ | ✓ (2) |
| Vintage Vice City Pack | ✓ (if pre-ordered before Nov 20) | ✓ (if pre-ordered before Nov 20) |
| Upgrade path | Can buy Ultimate Upgrade later | — |
| Online mode at launch | Not included (neither edition) | Not included (neither edition) |
What’s in the Standard Edition ($79.99)
The Standard Edition is the complete game — not a stripped-down version. You get the entire single-player campaign following Jason and Lucia across Vice City and the state of Leonida, the full open world, and every core gameplay system. Nothing about the main story is cut or gated behind the higher price.
Standard Edition owners simply don’t have access to the five Ultimate-only shops, bonus vehicles and weapons, or the two extra side missions — and they can buy the Ultimate Edition Upgrade separately at any time after launch, so choosing Standard now isn’t a permanent decision.
What’s in the Ultimate Edition ($99.99)
The Ultimate Edition includes everything in Standard, plus content Rockstar unlocks gradually as you progress through Jason and Lucia’s story, chapter by chapter — you won’t have it all from hour one.
The 5 exclusive shops
Rockstar labels each of these “only open for business with the Ultimate Edition.” They’re real, physical storefronts in the world — Standard Edition players can walk up to the door and still be turned away.
| Shop | Location | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| Rideout Customs | Vice City | Vehicle mod shop — custom interiors, rims, and donk styling |
| One-Eyed Willie's | Lake Leonida | Off-road vehicle mods and hand-painted finishes |
| Sara's Unisex Salon | — | Hairstyles, facial hair (Jason), makeup and nails (Lucia) |
| Stock 305 | Stockyard | Exclusive streetwear for both protagonists |
| Electric Fang Tattoo | Stockyard | 50+ exclusive tattoos designed by artist collective FAILE |
Bonus vehicles, weapons, and cosmetics
- Personalized weapon variants — custom-engraved versions of Jason’s Girardi ES9 and Lucia’s Klose K17 pistols (Standard players get the base pistols without these liveries)
- Vice City Style — exclusive outfits, tattoos, and accessories evoking classic Vice City
- Goodtime Gear — apparel inspired by Macca the Gator, a character from an in-game TV show
- Additional premium vehicles tied to the mod shops above
2 exclusive side missions
- A raid on the PTT Youngin$ Illegal Goods Store, a Southside Vice City gang compound
- The Classic Car Collection, a commission from fixer Wyman to track down abandoned project cars
Together, outlets estimate these two activities add roughly 5-10 hours of extra content Standard players won’t see.
The Vintage Vice City Pack — Free With Either Edition
This is the part most easily confused with the Ultimate Edition, but it’s separate: the Vintage Vice City Pack is a free pre-order/early-purchase bonus included with either edition, as long as you buy before November 20, 2026. There’s no reason to buy Ultimate just to get it. It includes:
- A classic ’55 Vapid Stanier sedan and the Shore Court garage near Ocean Beach
- Retro ’80s-style outfits and hairstyles for Jason and Lucia
- A tropical, Tommy Vercetti-style weapon pattern
Physical Edition: No Disc
Physical copies of GTA 6 don’t contain a game disc — the box holds a download code instead. So whether you buy physically or digitally, you’re still downloading the full game; the physical version is essentially a code in a box. There’s also no separate physical “Ultimate Edition” — Standard Edition physical buyers who want Ultimate content redeem their code, then purchase the Ultimate Upgrade digitally.
Is There an Online Mode Included?
No — and this is worth being explicit about, since it’s easy to assume otherwise. Rockstar and Take-Two have officially described GTA 6 as a “single-player experience” at launch, for both editions. There is no GTA Online-style multiplayer mode shipping on November 19, 2026, and no official date has been announced for one.
The free month of GTA+ included with digital pre-orders applies to the existing GTA Online (inside GTA V), not a new GTA 6 online mode — so don’t expect that bonus to unlock anything inside GTA 6 itself.
Which Edition Should You Buy?
- Buy Standard if: you’re here for the story and world, and don’t care about extra cosmetics, mod shops, or two bonus missions. You can always upgrade later.
- Buy Ultimate if: deep vehicle/character customization and extra content matter to you, and you’d rather not pay the price difference in two separate purchases later.
- Either way: pre-order or buy before November 20, 2026, so you don’t miss the free Vintage Vice City Pack — it’s the same bonus regardless of edition.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between GTA 6 Standard and Ultimate Edition?
Both include the full story and map. Ultimate ($99.99 vs. $79.99) adds five exclusive customization shops, bonus vehicles and weapons, and two extra side missions, unlocked gradually through the story.
Can I upgrade from Standard to Ultimate later?
Yes. Rockstar has confirmed Standard Edition owners can purchase the Ultimate Edition Upgrade separately at any time after launch — you don't have to decide on day one.
Do I need the Ultimate Edition to get the Vintage Vice City Pack?
No. The Vintage Vice City Pack is a free bonus for pre-ordering or buying either edition before November 20, 2026.
Does GTA 6 come with GTA Online?
No. Rockstar has confirmed GTA 6 launches as a single-player experience only, with no online mode included in either edition at launch.
Does the physical edition include a disc?
No. Physical copies contain a download code in the box rather than a game disc.
Is the Ultimate Edition worth the extra $20?
That depends on how you play. If deep cosmetic customization and 5-10 hours of extra side content matter to you, most reviewers consider it good value; if you only care about the main story, Standard covers the entire campaign.
Which shops are exclusive to the Ultimate Edition?
Rideout Customs, One-Eyed Willie's, Sara's Unisex Salon, Stock 305, and Electric Fang Tattoo — five real, physical shops in the game world that Standard Edition players cannot enter.
Related Pages
- GTA 6 Release Date — full release date, delay history, and countdown
- GTA 6 Release Time by Country — regional unlock times
- GTA 6 Characters — meet Jason, Lucia, and the rest of the cast
Sources
- Rockstar Games — official GTA VI editions and pricing reveal (June 24, 2026)
- PlayStation Store — official Grand Theft Auto VI product listing
- Take-Two Interactive — pre-order announcement (June 25, 2026)
- Reporting cross-checked with: G2A News, Sportskeeda, GTAbase, GTABoom, PCGamer, Insider Gaming, Dexerto, Driffle