The announcement of Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) has stirred discussions among gaming communities, particularly regarding a unique policy specific to Japan. Rockstar Games has revealed that the download code for the PlayStation 5 version in Japan will expire 170 days after its release date of November 19, 2026.
This information comes directly from the official Rockstar Games support page. It's important to note that this rule applies only to the physical PS5 edition sold in Japan, due to local regulations. In contrast, Xbox codes and versions sold in other regions, such as Indonesia, do not face this expiration issue.
Concerns from Collectors
The new policy has raised eyebrows, especially since the physical edition of GTA 6 reportedly contains only the packaging and a digital code, without a physical disc. This has left collectors worried about the potential decrease in the value of owning a physical copy.
Understanding the Expiration Policy
The digital product code in Japan will indeed become invalid 170 days post-release, based on regional laws governing digital product distribution. Rockstar emphasizes that this expiration policy strictly adheres to Japanese law and will not affect players outside this market.
Impact on Gamers in Other Regions
For gamers in other countries, such as Indonesia, this expiration policy does not apply. Players simply need to ensure that any digital voucher codes purchased correspond to the region of their PlayStation Network (PSN) account to avoid activation issues.
Pre-load and Global Availability
Additionally, Rockstar has announced that pre-loading for GTA 6 will commence on November 12, 2026, a week prior to the official launch. As pre-orders soar globally, players outside Japan will be able to enjoy GTA 6 without any activation time constraints.
Source: https://www.esports.id/read/gta-6-di-jepang-punya-batas-aktivasi-170-hari-benarkah-kodenya-akan-hangus-19114
