Biggest Games Coming in November 2026: GTA 6, Zelda & Every Date That Matters

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Quick answer

The big one: Grand Theft Auto VI arrives Nov. 19 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S for $79.99. Digital pre-orders can preload from Nov. 12. There’s no PC version announced.

Switch 2’s answer: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, Nov. 5, $59.99 digital and $69.99 physical.

Also big: World of Warcraft: Forever (Nov. 4, PC) and Football Manager 27 (Nov. 10, day one on Game Pass).

Before you buy: check storage space, because big launches mean big downloads.

Dates are from publisher pages and announcements as of Oct. 18, 2026. Games slip, so check before you pre-order.

The headliners

Grand Theft Auto VI: Nov. 19

Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S (Rockstar Games)

Rockstar’s next open-world game is set in Vice City in the state of Leonida, starring Jason and Lucia. The Standard Edition is $79.99. Digital pre-orders can preload from Nov. 12, and physical copies come with a download code in the box instead of a disc. (Take-Two, Digital Foundry)

Good to know:

“Physical” still means downloading the game, so you’ll need the storage space and a decent connection.
Need more space? → Storage upgrades for PS5 and Xbox
It’s for adults: Rockstar’s page lists intense violence, strong language and sexual content.

→ PS5 / Xbox gift card or pre-order: check price [AFFILIATE LINK PLACEHOLDER]

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time: Nov. 5

Platform: Nintendo Switch 2 only (Nintendo)

A full remake of the 1998 classic, with new visuals and modernized controls. It’s $59.99 digital and $69.99 physical. (Nintendo Life)

→ Check price [AFFILIATE LINK PLACEHOLDER]

World of Warcraft: Forever: Nov. 4

Platform: PC (Polygon)

Blizzard’s retro-styled take on the original game, with brand-new content. It’s included with a WoW subscription or Game Time, not sold separately. (Pogwire)

Football Manager 27: Nov. 10

Platforms: PC, Xbox, PS5, plus mobile through Netflix

It’s included with Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass and console Game Pass from day one. If you already subscribe, there’s no need to buy it separately. (Pogwire)

Full November calendar (major releases)

Date	Game	Platforms
Nov. 2	Gravhounds (early access)	PC, Xbox Series X\|S
Nov. 3	Godzilla: Destroy All Monsters Melee Remastered	Switch 2, PS5, PC, Xbox Series X\|S
Nov. 4	World of Warcraft: Forever	PC
Nov. 5	The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time	Switch 2
Nov. 5	Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School	PS5, PC, Xbox Series X\|S
Nov. 10	Football Manager 27	PC, Xbox, PS5, mobile (Netflix)
Nov. 10	Warhammer Survivors	PC, consoles incl. Switch 2, mobile
Nov. 12	Pikmin 4: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Dandori Academy	Switch 2
Nov. 12	Barbie Rewind	Switch, PS5, PC, Xbox Series X\|S
Nov. 12	Sonic Pico Park	Switch, Switch 2, PC
Nov. 17	Milki Delivery	PC
Nov. 19	Grand Theft Auto VI	PS5, Xbox Series X\|S

Sources: Polygon, Pogwire, Rockstar. Platform lists can differ between stores, so confirm on the store page for your console.

Best picks by player

Co-op with a partner or friend: Escape Academy 2 (supports local split screen) or Sonic Pico Park. (Polygon)
Families and younger kids: Pikmin 4 Switch 2 Edition or Barbie Rewind
Cozy gamers: Milki Delivery (PC)
Cheap thrills: Warhammer Survivors, listed at $7.99 on Switch 2 (Pogwire)
Already own Pikmin 4 on Switch? The Switch 2 upgrade is $9.99. (Pogwire)

Before launch day: quick prep

Check your free storage. Big open-world games can take up a big chunk of a console’s drive. Clear space before preload day.
Turn on auto-updates and rest-mode downloads so day-one patches install overnight.
Buy from the official store or a major retailer (Best Buy, Walmart, Target, or the console’s own store). Skip “cheap key” sites and social media sellers.
Watch for scams. Big launches bring fake “free GTA 6” downloads and phishing links. If it’s free and unofficial, it’s malware.

Storage upgrades:

PS5: an M.2 NVMe SSD with a heatsink. Check price → [AFFILIATE LINK PLACEHOLDER]
Xbox Series X|S: an official-format expansion card. Check price → [AFFILIATE LINK PLACEHOLDER]
Switch 2: a microSD Express card (older regular microSD cards won’t run Switch 2 games). Check price → [AFFILIATE LINK PLACEHOLDER]

Gift idea: a digital gift card for their platform is the safest gift if you’re not sure what they own. → Gaming gifts for every budget

Should you pre-order?

Digital pre-order = preload early and play right at launch. Usually no discount.
Wait a week = reviews, patch notes and sometimes retailer bundles around Black Friday.
Check the refund policy before you pre-order. It differs by store.

Release dates and prices are as of Oct. 18, 2026 and can change. We’ll update this page if anything moves.