Rockstar confirmed pricing just ahead of pre-orders going live: $79.99 for the Standard Edition, $99.99 for the Ultimate Edition.
For that extra $20, you’re not getting more story or more map — you’re getting a genuinely large bundle of exclusive vehicles, weapons, shops, and side content woven through Jason and Lucia’s playthrough.
Here’s everything confirmed so far, and how it actually unlocks in-game.
Price at a Glance
| Edition | Price | Adds Extra Story/Map? |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Edition | $79.99 | No — it’s the complete game |
| Ultimate Edition | $99.99 | No — same story and map, plus bonus content layered in |
Important: Rewards Unlock Through the Story, Not All at Once
This is the detail most “what do you get” summaries skip: Ultimate Edition content doesn’t all appear the moment you start the game.
Rockstar has confirmed these rewards unlock progressively as Jason and Lucia advance through individual story chapters — likely a deliberate choice to stop an expensive sports car or a fully-stocked weapon locker from making the early hours feel unbalanced.
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All Confirmed Ultimate Edition Rewards
Vehicles
| Vehicle | Details |
|---|---|
| ’95 Grotti Cheetah | A mid-’90s sports car with a minimalist, retro-futuristic livery — Rockstar’s take on the classic Cheetah lineage, built for Shore Drive cruising |
| Dinka Enduro (motorcycle) | Army fatigue-tinged dirt bike, stored at Jason’s safehouse |
| Crest Kayak | Also accessible from Jason’s safehouse — built for exploring Leonida’s rivers and wetlands |
| Vapid Ganado (Retro Build mod kit) | An exclusive low-rider mod kit for Jason’s existing pickup, leaning into classic donk styling |
| ’67 Vapid Dominator Buggy | An off-road buggy suited to the backwoods of Mount Kalaga; stores at the Paradise Garage in Watson Bay, which also includes a weapon locker and a place to fence stolen goods |
| Shitzu Squalo (watercraft) | A gradient pink-and-blue speedboat docked at Washington Beach, shipped with an explosives-laden weapons crate onboard for open-ocean use |
Weapons
| Weapon | Details |
|---|---|
| Hawk & Little Morgan Revolvers | His-and-hers revolvers with classic Vice City styling pulled from the Vercetti Estate — palm-tree-etched grips, engraved detailing, and a high-performance scope |
| Personalized Girardi ES9 (Jason) | Engraved sidearm variant unique to the Ultimate Edition |
| Personalized Klose K17 (Lucia) | Engraved sidearm variant unique to the Ultimate Edition |
Style & Customization
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Vice City Style pack | Exclusive outfits and looks for both Jason and Lucia, including a pastel linen suit and period hairstyle for Jason, and a red sequined dress with matching curls for Lucia |
| Goodtime Gear | An apparel and accessories capsule collection inspired by Macca the Gator, a character from the in-universe Goodtime State TV show |
| 50+ signature tattoos | Available at the Electric Fang Tattoo shop, designed by real-world artist collective FAILE |
| Sara’s Unisex Salon | Exclusive hairstyles for both characters |
Exclusive Shops & Locations
| Location | Details |
|---|---|
| Rideout Customs | A vehicle mod shop in Vice City with detailed interior, rim, and donk-style customization options |
| One-Eyed Willie’s | A second mod shop in Lake Leonida, focused on off-road builds and hand-painted automotive art |
| Stock 305 | An exclusive Ultimate Edition-only clothing store in Stockyard |
Missions & Side Content
| Activity | Details |
|---|---|
| PTT Youngin$ Illegal Goods Store raid | An exclusive side mission raiding the compound of one of Southside Vice City’s gangs to score special items and contraband |
| Classic Car Collection (Special Commission) | A commission from local fixer Wyman — track down abandoned and unfinished classic cars scattered around the map and restore them |
Don’t Confuse This With the Free Pre-Order Bonus
Separately from the Ultimate Edition, every pre-order of any edition includes the Vintage Vice City Pack — retro ’80s-styled skins for Jason and Lucia, a two-tone 1955 Vapid Stanier sedan, and a personal garage near Ocean Beach with storage and a weapon locker.
This is available to anyone who pre-orders before the November 19, 2026 launch, regardless of which edition they buy, and isn’t part of the Ultimate Edition’s exclusive list above.
Is the Ultimate Edition Worth the Extra $20?
| You should get Ultimate if… | You’re fine with Standard if… |
|---|---|
| You care about unique vehicles, shops, and cosmetics beyond the base game | You’re mainly here for the story and don’t mind skipping bonus content |
| $20 is a small enough difference that the extras feel like an easy yes | You’d rather wait and decide later — remember, you can always upgrade after buying Standard |
| You want the extra side mission and car-restoration commission specifically | None of the cosmetic/vehicle bonuses matter much to how you play |
The most reassuring part of this whole bundle: none of it is required to experience the full story, map, or ending.
The Standard Edition is, by Rockstar’s own description, the complete game — Ultimate is purely additive.
FAQ
How much is the GTA 6 Ultimate Edition?
$99.99, compared to $79.99 for the Standard Edition.
Does the Ultimate Edition include more story content?
No. Both editions include the identical full story, map, and ending — Ultimate adds vehicles, weapons, shops, cosmetics, and side content on top.
Can I upgrade from Standard to Ultimate later?
Yes, at any point after purchase.
Do all the rewards unlock immediately?
No — they unlock progressively as you advance through Jason and Lucia’s story chapters, not all at once at the start.
Is the Vintage Vice City Pack part of the Ultimate Edition?
No, that’s a separate bonus available to anyone who pre-orders either edition before November 19, 2026.
The Bottom Line
At $99.99, the GTA 6 Ultimate Edition lands well below the $100+ fears some leaks floated, and the rewards list is genuinely more substantial than a typical cosmetic-only premium tier — exclusive shops, a side mission, and a full commission, not just outfit swaps. Whether it’s worth the extra $20 mostly comes down to how much you value those extras versus just diving straight into the story, and since you can upgrade later, there’s no real risk in starting with Standard if you’re still deciding.
Want to know what you’re actually fighting with once you’re in Vice City? Check our GTA 6 weapons list and global pricing guide for more ahead of the November 19 launch.
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