With Grand Theft Auto VI set to release on November 19, 2026, a Tom’s Guide writer asked ChatGPT for ways to get ready. Its suggestions covered pre-launch tasks, games to play and gaming gear to consider for a PS5 Pro setup.
One practical recommendation was to prepare console storage and mute GTA 6-related keywords on social media to avoid spoilers. The article says Rockstar announced the game will occupy 212 GB on PS5, with pre-loading for that console due to begin on November 10 at midnight local time. The writer noted that their PS5 Pro had 685 GB of free space.
ChatGPT also produced a list of 10 games for getting into the mood for GTA 6. The writer highlighted five they were considering: Grand Theft Auto: Vice City – The Definitive Edition, Red Dead Redemption 2, Watch Dogs 2, Saints Row: The Third Remastered and Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut. The recommendations span crime-focused open worlds, detailed settings, driving and story-driven adventures.
For gaming equipment, ChatGPT suggested options across monitors, headsets and soundbars. The writer singled out the ASUS ROG Strix XG32UCDS or Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 as monitor choices, and the Sony INZONE H9 II or Audeze Maxwell 2 as headset options. For soundbars, it pointed to the Samsung HW-Q990F for a TV-based surround setup and the Sonos Beam Gen 2 for smaller rooms.
The article also cautions that a gaming monitor and soundbar may not connect directly. Buyers should check the monitor’s audio outputs; an HDMI audio extractor or eARC adapter may be needed, with support for features such as 4K/120Hz, HDR and VRR verified where required. The writer added the ASUS monitor and Sony headset to an Amazon wishlist, while deciding not to buy a soundbar for now.
Sources: Tom's Guide.