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Physical 'Copies' of GTA 6 Will Expire 170 Days After Launch Date in Japan

Published by IGNJuly 27, 2026Credible report

IGN examines a regional limitation on GTA VI's boxed, download-code format. Rockstar's support guidance says Japanese PlayStation product codes are valid for 170 days from their November 19, 2026 issuance date, reflecting regional regulations. This is a redemption restriction on a particular code, not an expiration date for everyone's installed game or a worldwide limit on GTA VI ownership.

For buyers, the practical distinction is between the retail package and the entitlement inside it. A code-in-a-box may require internet access and a platform account in the matching region. Check Rockstar's current support instructions and the retailer's terms before buying a Japanese copy to use elsewhere.

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