GTA VI reportedly needs PS5 firmware 14.10 or newer, possibly to block jailbroken consoles
TweakTown reports that Grand Theft Auto VI will require PS5 system software 14.10 or later, a move said to target jailbroken consoles. Rockstar has not confirmed it.
According to TweakTown, Grand Theft Auto VI will reportedly require PlayStation 5 firmware version 14.10 or newer to run. The outlet presents this as a way to keep the game off jailbroken consoles. The report was published on October 6, 2026.
The claim is framed as unconfirmed. Rockstar Games and Take-Two have not commented, and it is not clear where the information comes from or whether the firmware floor is intended specifically as an anti-piracy measure.
For context, new PS5 releases commonly require recent system software because they are built with up-to-date development tools. That means most players who keep their consoles updated would likely see no difference. The people most affected would be owners of modified consoles kept on older firmware to preserve jailbreak exploits.
GTA VI has been officially announced for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Exact technical requirements are usually confirmed closer to launch, through the PlayStation Store listing or official Rockstar channels. Until then, this firmware requirement should be treated as unverified.
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