The only PS5 accessory most GTA 6 players actually need is storage. GTA 6’s file size isn’t confirmed, but estimates put it at 150–200GB before a day-one patch. A launch PS5 has about 667GB of usable space. Everything else on this list is about comfort, looks, or convenience.
Sort out storage before preloading opens, reported for November 12. The rest can wait until after launch.
The Short List: What to Buy Before November 19
| Accessory | Solves | Priority for GTA 6 |
|---|---|---|
| M.2 SSD | Not enough space for a 150–200GB game | High |
| Second controller | Dead battery mid-session | High |
| Charging station | Keeping two pads charged | Medium |
| Headset | Audio, late-night play | Medium |
| Vertical stand | Space, airflow, looks | Low |
| Plates/covers | Looks | Low |
| Cases | Travel, dust | Low |
| PlayStation Portal | Playing away from the TV | Optional |
1. An M.2 SSD (the One That Actually Matters)
A PCIe Gen4 M.2 NVMe SSD with a heatsink is the single accessory most likely to decide whether you play GTA 6 on launch day.
GTA 6 is a full download even if you buy the boxed copy, which is a code in a box with no disc. You need the full install on internal or M.2 storage, because PS5 games can’t run from a USB drive.
A 1TB drive covers most players. Specs, picks, and install steps are in our dedicated PS5 SSD guide for GTA 6.
2. A Second Controller
Previews put GTA 6’s main story at around 80 hours. A second DualSense means you swap pads instead of pausing to charge. Sony’s two GTA 6 limited-edition controllers ($84.99 each, shipping November 19) are the themed option. Our GTA 6 DualSense controller guide covers both.
3. A DualSense Charging Station
A charging dock keeps both controllers topped up without tying up the console’s USB ports. Sony’s official station holds two pads. It clicks in through the controller’s bottom contacts, so there’s no cable wear on the USB-C port.
Pick a dock that uses those contacts, not one that needs a USB-C plug in every controller.
4. A Headset
GTA series audio carries a lot: radio stations, police scanner chatter, sirens that tell you where pursuit is coming from. A headset also lets you play late without the TV speakers waking anyone. Budget-to-flagship picks are in our GTA 6 headset guide.
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5. A Vertical Stand
The launch PS5 includes a stand that works both ways. The PS5 Slim ships without a vertical stand, so Slim owners standing the console upright need to buy Sony’s stand separately.
Third-party stands with a built-in controller charger combine two purchases. Check that any stand leaves the rear and side vents clear.
6. Console Plates and Covers
Cover plates are purely cosmetic. Sony sells official covers in several colors for the Slim, and third-party plates cover every model.
Make sure the plates match your model. Launch PS5, Slim, and Pro covers aren’t interchangeable. Official covers are the safer buy, because cheap third-party plates sometimes fit loosely or rattle. Sony hasn’t released a GTA 6 console cover.
7. Cases for Travel and Storage
A hard-shell carrying case matters if you move the console between homes or take it to a friend’s for launch night. Controller cases protect the sticks and triggers in a bag. Portal owners should use a dedicated case, since the screen is the most fragile part of it.
8. PlayStation Portal (Optional)
The PlayStation Portal streams PS5 games over Wi-Fi to a handheld screen, so you can keep playing when someone else needs the TV. It needs a strong home network and doesn’t run games natively. Treat it as a convenience buy, not a GTA 6 essential.
What to Skip
- External USB hard drives as a GTA 6 fix. PS5 games can be stored on USB drives but not played from them.
- Cooling fans that clip onto the console. The PS5 manages its own cooling, and add-on fans can disturb its airflow design.
- Unbranded chargers with no safety certification. A cheap dock isn’t worth risking the controller’s battery.
- Disc drives for GTA 6. If you own a PS5 Digital or PS5 Pro, you don’t need Sony’s add-on disc drive for GTA 6, because the physical copy has no disc.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the most important PS5 accessory for GTA 6?
Storage. GTA 6 is estimated at 150–200GB, and a launch PS5 has about 667GB usable. A 1TB M.2 SSD solves this for most players.
Can I play GTA 6 from an external hard drive on PS5?
No. PS5 games can be stored on USB drives but have to run from internal or M.2 SSD storage.
Does the PS5 Slim come with a vertical stand?
No. The Slim ships without one, so you buy Sony’s vertical stand separately.
Do I need a disc drive for the physical copy of GTA 6?
No. The boxed version is a download code with no disc.
Is there a GTA 6 PS5 console or cover?
No. Sony’s only GTA 6 hardware is the two limited-edition DualSense controllers.
