From PCMAG · Jason Cohen · · 2m
GTA 6 Storage Upgrade Guide
How to add space for GTA 6 on Xbox Series X/S.
In brief
How to add space for GTA 6 on Xbox Series X/S. GTA 6 requires 212GB of storage on Xbox Series X/S, so upgrading storage is needed before its Nov 19 release. Originally reported by PCMAG.
GTA 6 Storage Needs
GTA 6 will take 212GB of space on Xbox Series X or Series S before its Nov 19 release.
Current Storage Limits
Series X has 1TB or 2TB variants, while Series S comes with 512GB or 1TB storage.
Game Storage Comparison
Starfield is 140GB, Halo: The Master Chief Collection is 135GB, and Oblivion Remastered is 120GB.
Storage Upgrade Option
Microsoft offers a plug-and-play storage expansion slot on the back of Xbox Series X/S consoles.
Seagate Expansion Card
Seagate Storage Expansion Card is available in 1TB ($199.99), 2TB ($299.99), and 4TB ($549.99) options.
SanDisk Expansion Card
SanDisk Optimus GX C50 offers 512GB ($149.99), 1TB ($299.99), and 2TB ($599.99) storage options.
WD Black C50 Options
WD Black C50 512GB costs $79.99, 1TB $129.99, and 2TB $186 at Amazon.
External Storage Setup
Plug external drive into USB port and select 'Use for Games' to add storage for games.
External Storage Limitations
Games optimized for Xbox Series X/S cannot be played from external drives; only backward-compatible games work.
Moving Games
Use 'Move or copy' from My Games & Apps to transfer games between storage devices.
Storage Management
Check storage devices via Settings > System > Storage devices to manage game locations.
Storage Upgrade Benefits
Expansion cards allow faster game loading and more storage space without deconstructing the console.
Alternative Storage Options
External SSDs and HDDs provide more affordable storage but with slower speeds and game compatibility limits.
GTA 6 Release Date
GTA 6 releases on November 19, requiring immediate storage upgrades for Xbox users.
Storage Upgrade Deadline
Users must upgrade storage before GTA 6's November 19 release to avoid game installation issues.
The big picture
GTA 6 requires 212GB of storage on Xbox Series X/S, so upgrading storage is needed before its Nov 19 release.
