GTA 6 Launch Faces Delay

Rockstar Games has confirmed Grand Theft Auto VI's official launch date, revealing an unexpected delay pushing its release to 2026. Here's everything we know about this decision and its impact on upcoming game releases.

GTA 6 Launch Details Revealed

New Release Date: May 26, 2026

After years of anticipation following its initial trailer reveal, Rockstar Games has finally announced Grand Theft Auto VI's launch date - though with an unexpected postponement. Contrary to parent company Take-Two Interactive's previous Fall 2025 projection, the game will now arrive the following year.

On May 2, Rockstar broke the news via Twitter/X, stating: "We need this additional development time to deliver the quality experience our fans deserve." The studio promised more updates in the coming months.

Take-Two Backs Development Decision

Take-Two Interactive fully endorsed Rockstar's decision to extend GTA 6's development cycle. CEO Strauss Zelnick emphasized their commitment to quality in an official statement: "We fully support Rockstar's vision to make GTA VI a groundbreaking entertainment experience that exceeds expectations."

This adjustment follows recent shifts in Take-Two's release calendar, including Gearbox's earlier Borderlands 4 launch date. While some speculated these moves were connected, Gearbox maintains their decision was independent.

Devolver Digital Challenges Release Window

In a surprising twist, independent publisher Devolver Digital confirmed plans to release one of their titles simultaneously with GTA 6 on May 26, tweeting "You can't escape us." While they haven't specified which game from their catalog (including potential sequels to Cult of the Lamb or Hotline Miami) will launch that day, this bold strategy contrasts with other studios reportedly avoiding the crowded release window.

Despite the delay, excitement remains high for Rockstar's next open-world epic. Grand Theft Auto VI will launch for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on its new release date. For ongoing updates about this highly anticipated title, stay tuned to our coverage.