If you saw "GTA 6" and "December 11" in the same headline this week, your stomach probably dropped. Take a breath. The date is real in the sense that it appeared in a listing, but it is not a new launch date for the game.

According to Gaming Bible, an Apple Music listing surfaced for Grand Theft Auto VI: Original Score, dated December 11. A Reddit user spotted it first. The listing reportedly shows 50 tracks. That is a soundtrack release date, nothing more.

Here is what it means for you, and what it does not.

The game is still dated November 19

Nothing in this leak touches the game itself. Rockstar's date for GTA 6 remains November 19, 2026, on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. The Standard Edition is $79.99 and the Ultimate Edition is $99.99, with the Vintage Vice City Pack as the pre-order bonus.

If you want the full picture of the launch, our release date breakdown covers what Rockstar has actually said.

What the listing reportedly shows

Gaming Bible says the score is expected to include the instrumental tracks and voiced songs from the game. It describes the listing as showing 50 tracks in total.

Rockstar has not announced a score. The article itself notes the release is unconfirmed by the publisher and tells readers to take leaks with a pinch of salt. We agree with that advice.

Why a score after the game makes sense

Releasing a score a few weeks after launch is a common pattern across big games. Players finish the story, fall in love with the music, and then look for it on streaming services. A December date would let the score reflect the finished game rather than spoil it.

That part is our reading, not a confirmed Rockstar plan. Treat it as a reasonable guess.

How this differs from the licensed songs

Do not confuse the score with the radio. The licensed songs and stations are a separate topic. If you want to see what is known there, check our album and tracklist guide and the radio stations rundown.

A score is the music composed to sit under missions and cutscenes. Radio is what you hear while driving. Both matter, but only one of them gets you singing along on the highway.

Is Apple Music a reliable source?

Streaming listings are often built from data supplied by the label or distributor, so they can be accurate. They can also be placeholders, test entries, or placed early by mistake. We have seen all three in other games over the years.

So the sensible reading is "probably real, not confirmed." If you want a refresher on spotting weak leaks, our guide to how to spot fake GTA 6 leaks walks through the checks.

What to watch for next

Three things would turn this from a leak into a fact:

  • An official post on Rockstar Newswire mentioning a score.
  • The listing staying live with artwork and a credited composer.
  • Matching listings on other streaming services.

Until then, there is nothing to plan around. You do not need to move your launch week schedule, and you do not need to worry about the game slipping.

What you should do right now

Nothing changes in your plans. Keep your pre-order as it is, keep your storage space free, and ignore any post claiming the game moved to December. If a headline says "release date" and links to a streaming listing, check which product the date belongs to before you share it.

Sharing a worried post takes five seconds, but it can spread for days. A quick look at the original source is the best habit any fan can build before launch.

The bottom line

A December 11 date exists, but it belongs to a reported soundtrack, not to the game. Rockstar's launch date is unchanged. If the score is confirmed, it will be a nice bonus for anyone who wants to relive Vice City after the credits roll.

We will update this page if Rockstar says anything official. For now, keep your November 19 plans intact, and keep your skepticism handy for the next big headline.

If you are still getting ready for launch, our pre-load guide is a good next stop.