How to Upgrade GTA 6 from Standard to Ultimate Edition

Back in the day, if you wanted the deluxe version of a game, you had to buy a whole new disc—remember those? Rockstar’s doing things a little more modern this time. If you grabbed the $79.99 Standard Edition of GTA 6 and are eyeing that $99.99 Ultimate Edition with its extra rides, weapons, and story-threaded content, the good news is you don’t need to shell out the full hundred. Rockstar confirmed that Standard owners can upgrade later, and while they haven’t released a step-by-step manual, the console stores make it pretty painless. Here’s what to expect based on how these upgrades usually roll out—we’ll update this guide if anything changes after launch.

What the Ultimate Edition Upgrade Gets You

Before you hit that button, here’s a checklist of the exclusive goodies you’ll unlock (all confirmed by Rockstar’s press release):

• Premium vehicles (exclusive to Ultimate)
• Exclusive apparel and personalized weapons
• Story-threaded content (extra narrative beats tied to the upgrade)
• Two Vehicle Mod Shops to pimp your rides

It’s not just cosmetic fluff—some of this ties directly into the Leonida underworld, so if you’re deep into Jason and Lucia’s saga, it’s worth a look.

How to Upgrade on PlayStation 5

The PS5 store usually handles edition upgrades through a discounted upgrade path. Here’s the likely flow:

1. From the PS5 home screen, highlight the GTA 6 tile and press the Options button on your controller.
2. Select View Product to jump to the game’s store page.
3. Scroll down to the Editions section. Since you already own Standard, the Ultimate Edition should show a reduced price (the difference is $20, based on the listed prices).
4. Select the Ultimate Edition and confirm the purchase. You won’t download anything extra—your existing install unlocks the new content automatically.
5. Boot up the game, and the exclusive items should be waiting in your inventory or garage.

Note: If the upgrade appears as a separate add-on instead, check the Add-Ons section on the store page. Either way, you’re just paying the gap.

How to Upgrade on Xbox Series X|S

Microsoft’s store works similarly, often recognizing your license and discounting the higher tier. Try this:

1. Open the Microsoft Store from your console’s guide or dashboard.
2. Search for “Grand Theft Auto VI” and open its store page.
3. Look for the Ultimate Edition. If you already own Standard, the price should reflect a $20 discount (bringing it to $20, the difference).
4. Complete the purchase. Like on PS5, no extra download is needed—the content is already in your game files.
5. Launch GTA 6 and enjoy your new toys under the Vice City neon.

If the store doesn’t show the discount right away, try signing out and back in, or check the “Manage game and add-ons” menu for an upgrade option. Microsoft’s been good about this with other titles.

A Few Retro Reminders

Compared to the old days of physical collector’s editions with steelbooks and maps, this digital upgrade is refreshingly straightforward—no disc swapping, no waiting for a mail-order code. Just a few button presses and you’re deeper into Rockstar’s sun-soaked crime saga. For more on what’s inside that Ultimate Edition, hit up our full editions breakdown. And if you’re still on the fence, remember the pre-order bonus Vintage Vice City Pack is separate—you can stack that with an upgrade as long as you locked it in before November 20.