GTA 6 Delayed Before Official Reveal

Rockstar Games has officially announced the release date for GTA 6, but fans will have to wait a bit longer than expected as the launch is now scheduled for 2026. Dive in to understand the reasoning behind this delay and its impact on other game releases.

GTA 6 Release Date Announced

Coming on May 26, 2026

Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) has been one of the most eagerly awaited games since its first trailer was released. After a long period of anticipation, Rockstar Games finally disclosed GTA 6's release date, which turned out to be later than many fans hoped.

On May 2, via a post on X (formerly Twitter), Rockstar Games confirmed that GTA 6 will hit the shelves on May 26, 2026. This news came as a surprise, especially after Take-Two Interactive, the game's publisher, had confidently stated during their Q3 2025 earnings call that GTA 6 was slated for a Fall 2025 release.

Rockstar Games issued an apology for the delay and expressed gratitude for the fans' patience, stating, "We hope you understand that we need this extra time to deliver at the level of quality you expect and deserve." They promised that more details would be forthcoming.

Take-Two Interactive Fully Supports Rockstar Games’ Decision

Take-Two Interactive has given its full backing to Rockstar Games' decision to extend the development timeline for GTA 6. In a statement released on their website on May 2, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick shared his perspective on the postponed launch of GTA 6.

He remarked, "We fully support Rockstar Games taking additional time to realize their creative vision for Grand Theft Auto VI, which promises to be a groundbreaking, blockbuster entertainment experience that exceeds audience expectations."

This adjustment aligns with Take-Two's earlier comments about the potential close release of their titles. Just last week, Gearbox Entertainment, also under Take-Two, announced that Borderlands 4 would launch two weeks earlier than initially planned. Speculation arose that this move might be influenced by GTA 6’s new release window, but Gearbox has refuted any connection between the two.

Despite these shifts in release schedules, Take-Two remains committed to delivering excellence. They stated, "As we continue to release our phenomenal pipeline, we expect to deliver a multi-year period of growth in our business and enhanced value for our shareholders."

Devolver Digital Remains Adamant in Releasing a Game Same Day with GTA 6

The shift in GTA 6’s release date has prompted an interesting response from Cult of the Lamb's publisher, Devolver Digital. Rather than moving away from GTA 6's new launch date, Devolver Digital announced on X on May 2 that they would release one of their games on the same day, May 26, 2026. They boldly declared, "You can’t escape us."

Devolver had previously mentioned in March their intention to launch a game concurrently with GTA 6. However, they have yet to disclose which game will face off against GTA 6. Potential candidates include sequels to titles like Cult of the Lamb, Enter the Gungeon, Hotline Miami, or even a new IP.

In contrast, other developers and publishers are opting to avoid clashing with GTA 6's release window. According to The Game Business Show in March, several anonymous game executives indicated their willingness to delay their games to steer clear of GTA 6's launch.

Despite the delay, excitement for Grand Theft Auto VI remains high among fans eager to explore Rockstar Games' expansive open-world action-adventure. GTA 6 is now set to launch on May 26, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Stay tuned to our updates for the latest news on the game!