GTA 6 YouTube livestream: 24-hour launch marathon set
The GTA 6 YouTube livestream starts 11 PM ET on Nov 18: a 24-hour launch marathon with top creators, a Miami finale, a Shorts effect and limited gifts.
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The GTA 6 YouTube livestream will run for 24 hours from November 19. YouTube's official blog post from November 12 says the platform is teaming up with Rockstar Games to mark the launch with a global broadcast.
The marathon kicks off at 11 PM ET on November 18, as YouTube's announcement on X confirmed. That is 04:00 UTC or 05:00 CET on November 19, the day the game arrives on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. If you have not prepared yet, the GTA 6 pre-load and file size are worth checking first.
When does the GTA 6 YouTube livestream start?
The event comes in two parts. RDCWorld hosts a one-hour pre-show first. Then the 24-hour main stream begins at 12 AM ET on November 19. Everything runs on YouTube's own channel at youtube.com/youtube.
YouTube promises live gameplay, creator podcasts and original content. The broadcast will close with live coverage from Miami, the real-world inspiration for Vice City. Rockstar is also holding the GTA 6 festival in Miami during launch week.
You will not need to hunt for a link. On launch day, a custom GTA VI-themed YouTube logo will sit on the homepage. Clicking it takes viewers straight into the stream.
GTA 6 YouTube livestream at a glance
- Pre-show: 11 PM ET, November 18 (04:00 UTC, November 19), hosted by RDCWorld
- Main stream: 24 hours from 12 AM ET, November 19
- Channel: youtube.com/youtube
- Creators: Caylus, Zhong and Kat, Jelly, Rivers, Jake Baldino, Cinna and more
- Finale: live coverage from Miami
- Production: YouTube with Entropico
Which creators are joining the stream?
YouTube's blog names Caylus, Zhong and Kat, Jelly, Rivers, Jake Baldino and Cinna, and says more will join. Creators from around the world will also share behind-the-scenes footage from Miami throughout launch week.
Expect more than raw gameplay. YouTube says creators will offer tactical breakdowns and immersive storytelling as they explore Vice City. With the pre-show included, the whole event runs for about 25 hours.
What else is YouTube adding for GTA 6?
The stream is only one part of the package. YouTube Live is adding five limited-edition, game-themed gifts, including Wanted Stars animations that pop up on screen. In select creator streams, eligible viewers can claim and send a GTA VI gift for free while supplies last.
Shorts gets a new effect called "GTAVI: Visit Vice City". It drops users into several Vice City backgrounds, so anyone can make their own launch-week clips.
Music is covered too. The official GTA VI soundtrack and a full series anthology playlist will sit on the YouTube Music homepage during launch week. The soundtrack includes Morgan Wallen's "Last Thing You Need".
Why are the numbers so big?
YouTube's own figures show the scale. The Grand Theft Auto series has passed 900 billion views on the platform. Pre-launch videos about GTA VI alone have topped 40 billion views. YouTube's Culture and Trends team also published a report on the series' cultural impact.
Sales tell a similar story. Take-Two recently said GTA 6 pre-orders beat its expectations. Rockstar also shared 38 new GTA 6 launch screenshots ahead of release.
What does it mean for players?
For viewers in Europe, the timing is friendly. The pre-show starts at 05:00 CET and the main stream at 06:00 CET. Since it runs into the next morning, there is plenty of time to drop in after work or school.
If you plan to play on day one, the technical details matter too. Our guide to GTA 6's 30 FPS target and PS5 Pro features covers what to expect. If you are still on the fence, the stream will be a good way to see Leonida first.
Frequently asked questions
What time does the GTA 6 YouTube livestream start?
The pre-show starts at 11 PM ET on November 18, which is 04:00 UTC on November 19. The 24-hour main stream begins at 12 AM ET (05:00 UTC).
Where can I watch the GTA 6 YouTube livestream?
The stream runs on YouTube's own channel at youtube.com/youtube. On launch day you can also click the GTA VI-themed logo on the YouTube homepage.
When does GTA 6 come out?
Grand Theft Auto VI launches on November 19, 2026 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Pre-loading opened on November 10.
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- When does the GTA 6 YouTube livestream start?
- Which creators are joining the stream?
- What else is YouTube adding for GTA 6?
- Why are the numbers so big?
- What does it mean for players?
- What time does the GTA 6 YouTube livestream start?
- Where can I watch the GTA 6 YouTube livestream?
- When does GTA 6 come out?
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