GTA 6’s 210GB File Size: SSD Upgrade Won’t Fix Space Crunch

GTA 6 storage demands

GTA 6 is slated to require a massive 210GB download for the PS5’s SSD, according to PlayStation Game Size on Twitter. That size matches the biggest PS5 titles and means you’ll need to manage storage carefully when the preload starts on November 12.

With SSD prices climbing — $150 for a 1TB drive — and component shortages, adding internal storage isn’t cheap. A Seagate 2TB portable external HDD costs just over $100, letting you offload PS4 games and keep PS5 titles you can’t play right now without sacrificing current‑gen loading speeds.

If your console is already near capacity, a quick cleanup of old downloads may free enough space, but if not, a modest storage upgrade — around $150 for an extra 1TB SSD or $250‑$300 for a 2TB SSD — will be necessary. The external HDD remains the cheapest way to accommodate the large install.

Consider your current library and decide whether a cleanup or a storage upgrade is the better path before GTA 6 lands.

Best PS5 external hard drives

• Seagate Portable Drive (1TB) | $119.99 at Amazon
• Seagate Portable Drive (2TB) | $129.99 at Amazon
• WD My Passport (2TB) | $139.90 at Amazon

We’ve also rounded up the best PS5 accessories, as well as the best PS5 controllers and the best PS5 headsets to get you ready for the big day. With PS5 Black Friday deals on the horizon, we may be in for some solid savings.