While it’s a real shame we won’t be getting GTA 6 on disc, it does make sense considering the size of the game itself. Blu-ray discs are not very cheap, but if there’s any game that could afford the extra discs, it’s probably GTA 6. But what if you’re a bit more space-conscious on your PS5 and want to use an external drive?
To play the PS5 version of GTA 6, install it on the console’s built-in SSD or a compatible M.2 SSD fitted inside the console. USB extended storage can hold PS5 game data, but you must move that data back to console or M.2 storage before playing. It’s a faff, so you may be better off biting the bullet and installing an internal SSD.
Does an external USB SSD work?
A USB SSD works as storage for PS5 games. As much as they may like to brag on the box, its speed does not change Sony’s requirement to move the game to playable storage first.
If you already have a USB drive, you can move other PS5 games onto it to make room for GTA 6. Keep anything you want to launch immediately on the built-in or internal expansion SSD, then store the games you won’t play for the next month externally.
You can actually use an external SSD to play PS4 games, which could be handy if you want to dip back in to GTA 5.
Can you install GTA 6 on an M.2 SSD?
Yes, under PS5’s normal storage support for PS5 games. Sony allows PS5 games to be downloaded, updated and launched from a compatible installed M.2 SSD.
To choose where future games install, open Settings → Storage → Installation Location and select M.2 storage for PS5 games. Check Sony’s compatibility requirements for your drive, including its cooling requirements.
How much room should you clear?
Sony’s GTA 6 support page currently asks for 212 GB of available storage. Check free space on the drive you intend to use before downloading. Bear in mind that this is before any subsequent patches and does also not include the eventual inclusion.
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