Since its announcement, Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA VI) has become one of the most anticipated video games worldwide. Promising to set a new benchmark in the industry, Rockstar Games’ latest title was initially slated for release in fall 2025. However, the company has now confirmed a delay: the game is now scheduled to launch on May 26, 2026.
The postponement doesn’t come as a complete surprise. Many fans had already speculated that a delay was likely, given the limited official information and Rockstar’s well-known dedication to detail. A prime example is Red Dead Redemption 2, a game that spent over eight years in development and set a new standard for quality in its generation.
Rockstar had previously stated that one reason for staying quiet about GTA 6 was to preserve the element of surprise. Still, the official confirmation of the delay has sparked mixed reactions among fans, who have been waiting for updates since the release of the first trailer over a year ago, which had pointed to a fall 2025 launch.
Despite the disappointment, there is a silver lining: for the first time, a specific release date has been set. No longer a vague release window spanning several months, fans can now mark their calendars with greater certainty. Additionally, Rockstar has hinted that more details about the game will be revealed soon, which could include new trailers or further information about the game’s features.
If everything goes according to plan, GTA 6 is expected to launch globally, potentially on both consoles and PC. But as always, further changes remain a possibility. What’s clear is that Rockstar once again has the opportunity to reshape the standards of the video game industry with this major release.
