GTA Online Free to Play for One Week on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S

After the disappointing announcement from Rockstar Games that GTA 6 has been postponed to November 19, 2026, there’s at least some good news for fans. Rockstar has officially revealed that GTA Online will be free to play for a limited time on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles.

GTA Online Free Trial Details

Players can download GTA Online for free directly from the PlayStation Store or Xbox Digital Store. No online subscriptions are required , meaning no GTA+, no PlayStation Plus, and no Xbox Game Pass are needed to jump in.

Free Trial Dates: Till November 17, 2025 Platforms: PlayStation 5 & Xbox Series X/S

What’s Included

The free trial will give players full access to GTA Online, allowing them to explore Los Santos, join heists, races, missions, and enjoy multiplayer chaos with friends across the world. However, it’s important to note that this offer does not include the story mode from Grand Theft Auto V.

Why Now?

This move seems to be perfectly timed following the recent delay of GTA 6 to November 2026, Rockstar appears to be giving fans something exciting to enjoy in the meantime. With GTA Online going free for a week, players can dive back into Los Santos while waiting for the next big chapter in the franchise.

It’s also worth noting that Rockstar is just a few weeks away from launching the next major GTA Online update, rumored to feature Mansions and new high-end content. By making the game free, Rockstar is likely aiming to re-ignite player interest ahead of this upcoming wave of fresh content.