Rockstar says physical GTA 6 copies will contain a download code, not a disc; physical copies will be available from November 12, before the November 19 launch

Rockstar just confirmed that buying a physical copy of Grand Theft Auto 6 means you're essentially paying for a box with a download code inside. No disc. No tangible media. Just cardboard and a redemption key.

The physical editions will hit shelves on November 12, a full week before the game's official November 19 launch. That early release gives buyers time to download what will almost certainly be a massive file before launch day.

It's a bold move for one of the most anticipated game releases in history. Physical game sales have been declining for years, but ditching the disc entirely while still selling a physical product is a new level of commitment to digital distribution.

For collectors who want something on their shelf, Rockstar is happy to oblige. Just don't expect anything spinning inside.