Rockstar clarifies which GTA 6 pre-order download codes are going to be region-locked, and how that is going to affect the game in your country
Rockstar Games is clarifying region-lock restrictions for GTA 6 pre-order download codes as some players face access issues.
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Rockstar Games has issued clarifications regarding which GTA 6 pre-order download codes are region-locked. These restrictions are impacting how the game is accessed across different countries.
Coverage from Wccftech indicates that PlayStation 5 download codes have become region-locked, affecting importers, while Xbox buyers are reportedly exempt from these restrictions. Additionally, TweakTown reports that physical copies of the game in Japan feature a 170-day expiration date.
Further details are expected as Rockstar clarifies the specific effects of these locks by country, and reports continue to circulate regarding the availability of various editions, including a disputed Collector's Edition.
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Which platforms are affected by region-locking?
According to Wccftech, PlayStation 5 download codes are region-locked, whereas Xbox buyers have escaped the restriction.
Are there restrictions on physical copies in Japan?
Yes, TweakTown reports that physical copies in Japan have a 170-day expiration date.
Is there a Collector's Edition available?
One source suggests that the Collector's Edition players are seeking does not actually exist.
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