FAQ: GTA 6 Online Could Launch Within Weeks of the Main Game, Leak Suggests

When is GTA 6 Online expected to launch?
A leak from insider TheGhostOfHope suggests GTA 6 Online could launch within a month of the base game, potentially around mid-December 2026.
How much money does GTA Online make?
According to verified internal data, GTA Online averaged $9.59 million per week and $1.31 million per day between September 2025 and April 2026 — roughly $500 million annually.
What percentage of GTA Online revenue comes from Shark Cards?
Shark Cards, the premium in-game currency, accounted for 74% of GTA Online's total revenue.
Is the GTA 6 Online launch date confirmed by Rockstar?
No. Rockstar Games has not officially announced the GTA 6 Online launch plan. The December 2026 timeline comes from an unconfirmed leak.
How does this compare to previous Rockstar launches?
Both GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2 launched their online components within two weeks to one month of the base game release, suggesting a similar pattern for GTA 6.