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Midnight Club 3: Dub Edition vs Grand Theft Auto VI

These are not really rivals: Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition is a finished PS2 street racer you can play today, while GTA VI is a PS5 game with a November 19, 2026 release date. Buy Midnight Club 3 if you want arcade racing now on PS2 hardware; buy GTA VI if you own a PS5 and want Rockstar's open-world crime epic. Midnight Club 3 is a complete, well-regarded racer with deep car customization and three cities; GTA VI is far larger in scope but unproven, and its 3.5 out of 5 rating from 54 ratings reflects early reaction, not a finished game.

  • Choose the Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition if you want a complete PS2 arcade racer with real-car customization and open-city racing you can play right away.
  • Choose the GTA VI if you own a PS5 and want Rockstar's next open-world crime game, and you are willing to wait for its November 2026 release.

Prices

  • Midnight Club 3: Dub Edition: $24.00 at gamezonenj.com (last seen Nov 1)
  • Grand Theft Auto VI: $79.99 at Walmart (last seen Nov 10)
  • Difference: the Midnight Club 3: Dub Edition is $55.99 cheaper than the Grand Theft Auto VI at the latest prices (Nov 1 and Nov 10)
Rockstar Games
Rockstar Games Midnight Club 3: Dub Edition (PlayStation 2)

Midnight Club 3: Dub Edition

Rockstar Games Midnight Club 3: Dub Edition (PlayStation 2)

$24.00at gamezonenj.comChecked Nov 1
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Pros
  • Complete game you can play today
  • Three open cities with day-night cycles and dynamic weather
  • Deep customization using real-world aftermarket parts
  • Online play on PS2
  • Named rival racers with distinct cars and styles
Cons
  • PS2-only; needs original hardware or backward-compatible setup
  • Dated visuals and physics by modern standards
  • Loose disc copies may show wear
  • No modern online servers or updates
Rockstar Games
Grand Theft Auto VI PlayStation 5 Game

Grand Theft Auto VI

Grand Theft Auto VI PlayStation 5 Game

3.5(54 ratings)
$79.99at WalmartChecked Nov 10
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Pros
  • Huge map, roughly twice GTA 5 and about three times RDR2
  • Hundreds of hand-crafted interiors
  • Dual protagonists Jason and Lucia drive the story
  • Built for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S
  • Preload starts November 12 ahead of release
Cons
  • Not out until November 19, 2026
  • 210 GB install eats a large share of PS5 storage
  • Early rating of 3.5 out of 5 from 54 ratings is mixed
  • Mission count and other details are rumored, not confirmed
  • No confirmed online mode at launch

What separates them

Midnight Club 3: Dub EditionGrand Theft Auto VI
PlatformPlayStation 2 discPlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S
AvailabilityReleased and playable nowReleases November 19, 2026
GenreArcade street racing with licensed car partsOpen-world crime action with a story campaign
World sizeThree cities: Atlanta, Detroit, San DiegoLeonida, roughly twice the GTA 5 map and about three times RDR2
Storage footprintSmall PS2-era install, disc-based210 GB install on PS5
Online playYes, online play supportedNot confirmed for launch
Maturity of informationFinished game with established reviewsPre-release; mission count and details are rumored
Customization focusDeep visual and performance tuning with real-world partsCharacter-driven story; vehicle tuning secondary

Price history

$79.99$24.00
Nov 1Nov 11
  • Midnight Club 3: Dub Edition: lowest $24.00 on Nov 1 at gamezonenj.com; $35.00 on Nov 11.

Prices at every store

Midnight Club 3: Dub Edition

  • Retro North GamesNew

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    $35.00Checked Nov 10
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    $24.00Checked Nov 1
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  • GameStopNew

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    $27.99Checked Nov 5
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  • Red Fox GamingNew

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    $34.95Checked Nov 2
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Grand Theft Auto VI

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    $79.99Checked Nov 10
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Specs compared

SpecMidnight Club 3: Dub EditionGrand Theft Auto VI
SystemPlayStation 2—
Online PlayYes—
Form FactorDisc—
EditionDUB Edition—
Release date—Nov. 19, 2026
Platforms—PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Map size vs GTA 5—Roughly twice the size
Map size vs RDR2—About three times the size
Interiors—Hundreds, every room hand-crafted
Main story missions—201, rumored
PS5 install size—210 GB
PS5 download size—210GB
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SpecMidnight Club 3: Dub EditionGrand Theft Auto VI
Preload start—November 12

What reviewers say

Midnight Club 3: Dub Edition

Owners remember it as one of the best arcade racers on PS2, praised for its car list and customization. Common complaints are the aggressive traffic and dated presentation.

What people mention
  • Car rosterPraisedPlayers like the wide mix of licensed cars and bikes, from tuners to exotics.
  • CustomizationPraisedReal-world parts and paint options are the draw for tuning fans.
  • TrafficCriticisedOwners say civilian traffic and police often cause frustrating crashes.
  • PresentationMixedThe city atmosphere holds up, but graphics and load times feel dated.

Grand Theft Auto VI

  • 3.5 / 554 ratings

Ratings are middling and split, which is unusual for a Rockstar title. Most of the doubt centers on the game not being out yet rather than on anything players have tried.

What people mention
  • Release dateMixedShoppers are wary of the date after past Rockstar delays.
  • Map sizePraisedThe scale, twice GTA 5 and about three times RDR2, draws the most interest.
  • StorageCriticisedA 210 GB install is a large chunk of the PS5 drive.

Questions and answers

Which is better for someone who wants to play right now?
Midnight Club 3. It is a finished PS2 game, while GTA VI does not release until November 19, 2026.
Which has more content?
GTA VI by scope: a map roughly twice GTA 5's, hundreds of interiors and a reported 201 main missions. Midnight Club 3 offers three cities and a full racing career.
Is GTA VI worth stepping up to from Midnight Club 3?
Only if you have a PS5 and want a story-driven open-world crime game. They are different genres, so it is not a direct upgrade.
Which lasts longer?
GTA VI is built to be far longer, with a large story campaign and a much bigger world. Midnight Club 3's career is shorter but replayable through customization and online races.
Do I need extra storage for GTA VI?
Yes. It needs a 210 GB install on PS5, so plan for expanded storage or removing other games.
Does Midnight Club 3 still work online?
The game supports online play, but original PS2 servers are long shut down, so expect offline play unless you use community alternatives.

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