Rockstar has launched GTA 6 with two editions: Standard and Ultimate. If you are trying to decide which one to buy, the choice comes down to one simple question — how much do in-game cosmetics and vehicles matter to you?
Here is everything that is in each edition and an honest verdict on which is worth buying.
GTA 6 Standard Edition — What You Get
Price: $79.99 / £69.99
- Full single-player campaign featuring Jason and Lucia
- Access to GTA Online at launch
- Vintage Vice City Pack (if pre-ordered before November 20)
- One month of GTA+ (digital version only)
The Standard Edition gives you the complete game. The entire story, all missions, and full GTA Online access are included. Nothing in the core experience is locked behind the Ultimate Edition.
GTA 6 Ultimate Edition — What You Get
Price: Approximately $109.99 / £89.99 (varies by retailer)
Everything in Standard, plus:
- ’95 Grotti Cheetah — a classic supercar
- Dinka Enduro motorcycle
- Crest Kayak
- Additional exclusive in-game items (Rockstar has not revealed all contents yet)
- Likely: additional GTA Online currency or bonus items
The Ultimate Edition extras are cosmetic vehicles and items. They do not affect the story or give gameplay advantages in single-player.
Key Differences at a Glance
| Feature | Standard | Ultimate |
|---|---|---|
| Full Campaign | Yes | Yes |
| GTA Online Access | Yes | Yes |
| Pre-order Bonus Pack | Yes | Yes |
| ’95 Grotti Cheetah | No | Yes |
| Dinka Enduro Motorcycle | No | Yes |
| Crest Kayak | No | Yes |
| Extra GTA Online Items | No | Likely |
| Price | $79.99 | ~$109.99 |
Can You Upgrade Later?
Yes. Rockstar has confirmed you can purchase the Standard Edition first and upgrade to Ultimate after launch. This is useful if you are unsure whether the Ultimate extras are worth it to you right now.
Which Edition Should You Buy?
Buy Standard if:
- You are primarily interested in the story
- You are budget-conscious
- You do not care about cosmetic vehicles
- You want to assess the game before spending extra
Buy Ultimate if:
- You know you will spend serious time in GTA Online
- Cosmetic vehicles and exclusive items matter to you
- You want the complete day-one package with no decisions later
- The extra $30 is not a concern
Honest Verdict
For most players, the Standard Edition is the right call. The entire game is there. The Ultimate Edition extras are vehicles and items — fun to have, but they will likely become available through GTA Online gameplay eventually.
If you are a day-one GTA Online grinder who wants every cosmetic from the start, the Ultimate Edition is worth it. Everyone else should save the $30.