Grand Theft Auto VI has been delayed till Might 26, 2026. The highly-anticipated sequel had been slated to launch this fall, however developer Rockstar Video games says it wants extra time to ship the “degree of high quality” gamers count on.
In case you’re within the enterprise of silver linings, the information no less than offers builders cautious of clashing with the franchise juggernaut a agency launch date to plan round.Â
“We’re very sorry that that is later than you anticipated. The curiosity and pleasure surrounding a brand new Grand Theft Auto has been really humbling for our total workforce. We wish to thanks in your assist and your persistence as we work to complete the sport,” mentioned the corporate in an announcement.
“With each sport we now have launched, the purpose has at all times been to attempt to exceed your expectations, and Grand Theft Auto VI isn’t any exception. We hope you perceive that we’d like this further time to ship on the degree of high quality you count on and deserve.”
Grand Theft Auto is likely one of the most profitable franchises in online game historical past, with GTA V alone shifting over 210 million items worldwide since launching in 2013.
Rockstar guardian firm Take-Two Interactive had been teasing the launch of GTA VI for a while and finally dropped the primary trailer for the long-awaited sequel in December 2023.
Take-Two makes an attempt to reassure traders after GTA VI delay
Take-Two repeatedly insisted that GTA VI would launch in 2025. In its Q3 fiscal report revealed in February 2025, the corporate described GTA VI as a “groundbreaking launch” able to creating an “inflection level.”
In an replace to traders shared earlier at this time, Take-Two mentioned it nonetheless expects to realize sequential will increase (and report ranges of) web bookings throughout FY 2026 and 2027 regardless of the delay.
The corporate added that Rockstar has its full assist in pushing again the discharge date.
“We assist absolutely Rockstar Video games taking further time to comprehend their artistic imaginative and prescient for Grand Theft Auto VI, which guarantees to be a groundbreaking, blockbuster leisure expertise that exceeds viewers expectations,” mentioned Take-Two chairman and CEO, Strauss Zelnick.
“Whereas we take the motion of our titles severely and recognize the huge and deep international anticipation for Grand Theft Auto VI, we stay steadfast in our dedication to excellence. As we proceed to launch our phenomenal pipeline, we count on to ship a multi-year interval of progress in our enterprise and enhanced worth for our shareholders.”
