Devolver Digital Boldly Launches New Game on GTA 6 Release Day

Rockstar Games has officially announced that Grand Theft Auto 6 will hit the shelves on May 26, 2026. In a playful twist, indie game publisher Devolver Digital has revealed its own plans to launch a new game on the very same day. This cheeky move was shared on X/Twitter, positioning Devolver Digital to ride the wave of what promises to be the most anticipated game release of 2026.

With GTA 6's release date now set, Devolver Digital has playfully committed to releasing a mystery title on May 26, 2026. Their tongue-in-cheek marketing strategy was accompanied by the message, "You can’t escape us," showcasing their determination to make a splash on this monumental day.

You can’t escape us.

May 26, 2026 it is then. https://t.co/eVa5bB1vrh

— Devolver Digital (@devolverdigital) May 2, 2025

Devolver Digital boasts an impressive lineup of smaller-scale titles, including fan favorites like Hotline Miami, Enter the Gungeon, The Messenger, Katana Zero, and Cult of the Lamb. Whether they'll launch a sequel to an existing series or unveil something entirely new remains a mystery. Among their upcoming projects are Baby Steps and Stick It to the Stickman, set to release before 2025 ends, and Enter the Gungeon 2 and Human Fall Flat 2, expected in 2026. Notably, developer No Brakes Games has confirmed that Human Fall Flat 2 will not be released on May 26.

We can confirm that Human Fall Flat 2 will NOT be releasing on May 26, 2026 https://t.co/zl3GbjSmia

— Human Fall Flat (@HumanFallFlat) May 2, 2025

With over a year to go until its launch, Grand Theft Auto 6 is already shaping up to be a colossal event in the gaming world. As the first numbered entry in Rockstar's renowned sandbox series since 2013, anticipation is sky-high. Devolver Digital's bold move to coincide their release with GTA 6 is a testament to their unique marketing flair, and we'll have to wait and see how it all unfolds.

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