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Xfinity Gives Gamers a Free 15-Day WiFi Speed Boost for the Highly Anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI Launch

  • Xfinity offers eligible members a free 15-day WiFi speed boost with download speeds up to 2 Gbps to prepare for the Grand Theft Auto VI launch.
  • The speed boost activation is available starting today through Dec. 3, 2026, via the Xfinity app or website.
  • Grand Theft Auto VI pre-loads begin on Nov. 10, 2026, with the full game release scheduled for Nov. 19, 2026.
  • Xfinity anticipates the period from Nov. 10 to Nov. 19 will be the busiest week in internet history due to millions of players pre-loading the game.
  • Members who redeem the boost on Dec. 3 will retain increased speeds until Dec. 18, 2026.
  • Users can utilize the "Boost a Device" feature in the Xfinity app to prioritize WiFi for up to three devices for low-lag gaming.
  • Gamers unable to see the speed boost option on their membership page can contact Xfinity Customer Service to request access.
  • The Xfinity Gateway provides multi-gigabit speeds, ultra-low latency, wall-to-wall coverage, and advanced cybersecurity protection.
  • Xfinity is implementing Low Latency DOCSIS technology to further reduce lag for gaming traffic.
  • The game's first trailer achieved over 93 million views on YouTube within 24 hours, marking the biggest non-music video launch on the platform at that time.