How to play GTA 6 early on PS5 using New Zealand region trick?
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The game is officially launching on November 19, 2026
Rockstar’s blockbuster title, GTA 6, is all set to drop on November 19, 2025 and PS5 users are looking for some ways in order to play this game as soon as possible.
There is one method that is quite popular among gamers and that is using a New Zealand PlayStation Network (PSN) account. The game will get unlocked first in the New Zealand region due to the time zone difference.
Many digital games are generally launched at midnight local time and New Zealand is one of the early regions to see them. This may give you several hours of gameplay beforehand, depending on your location, before the game is officially released in your own country.
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How to play GTA 6 early on PlayStation 5?
Here’s how you can play the game early:
- Make a new PlayStation Network account based on the New Zealand region.
- Now, on your PS5, head to Settings > Users and Accounts > Other > Console Sharing and Offline Play, then enable the feature.
- Purchase a New Zealand PlayStation Store gift from a trusted online retailer.
- Redeem the gift card and buy GTA VI through the New Zealand PSN account.
- Once the game is unlocked in New Zealand, download it using that account.
- Once the download is complete, you can switch back to your primary profile.
- Now, you can play the game on your account without any need to sign in from the newly NZ PSN account.
Conclusion
Depending on your location, this method may provide early access of up to 18 hours in North America and approx. 10 to 14 hours in many parts of Europe.
If you are not using this trick and want to play GTA 6 at your normal launch time, make sure you avoid social media and YouTube. Others will definitely use the method and will start spoiling stuff on the internet.
Can you play GTA 6 early on PS5?
Yes. Some players use a New Zealand PSN account to access the game once it launches at midnight in New Zealand.
Do I need to play GTA 6 on the New Zealand account?
No. After downloading the game and enabling Console Sharing and Offline Play, you can switch back to your primary PS5 profile to play.
How much earlier can I play GTA 6?
Players in North America may gain access up to 18 hours early, while players in Europe could play roughly 10 to 14 hours before their local launch.
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