The closer we get to GTA 6, the more interesting details Rockstar keeps revealing. After confirming that the physical PS5 version comes with a download code instead of a game disc, another surprise has popped up this time for players in Japan.
If you live in Japan and you’re planning to grab a physical copy, you’ll want to redeem your code sooner rather than later!
Do you want to know more about this topic? Let’s find out more below!
GTA 6’s Download Code Won’t Last Forever In Japan
Rockstar has confirmed that the download code included with the Japanese PS5 physical edition of GTA 6 will expire 170 days after the game’s launch. That means players will have just under six months to redeem it before it becomes invalid.
Fortunately, not everyone appears to be impacted by this. Only the Japanese PS5 version is subject to the expiration; players in other regions and those purchasing the Xbox version are exempt from this deadline.
Fans Are Once Again Talking About Digital Ownership
While the expiration is reportedly due to regulations in Japan rather than a Rockstar decision, it has still sparked plenty of discussion among fans.
Many players aren’t thrilled that a “physical” copy is really just a box with a download code inside, and adding an expiration date has only made the conversation even bigger.
It’s another reminder of how much the gaming industry is changing. As more publishers move away from discs and toward digital downloads, players are starting to question what owning a physical game really means in 2026.
Our Take
If you’re picking up GTA 6 in Japan, the easiest way to avoid any problems is to redeem your code as soon as you get your copy.
For everyone else, there’s no reason to panic, but it’s definitely another interesting chapter in the ongoing shift from physical games to digital downloads.
