Rockstar Games has postponed the release of Grand Theft Auto VI to May 26th, 2026. Originally slated for this fall, concerns were growing within the industry due to the uncertainty surrounding the launch date.
The announcement was made through a brief post on their website. The company stated: “We sincerely apologize for this delay, which has taken longer than we anticipated. The excitement and interest in the new Grand Theft Auto has truly humbled our entire team. We appreciate your support and patience as we finalize the game.”
“With every game we release, our objective has always been to elevate your expectations, and Grand Theft Auto VI is no different. Please know that we need this additional time to ensure the high level of quality you expect and deserve.”
It has been over ten years since the launch of Grand Theft Auto V, which has sold 210 million copies, making it one of the most successful video games alongside Minecraft and Tetris. GTA V itself experienced multiple delays before its final release in September 2013.
Since the teaser video was unveiled in December 2023, little has been disclosed about GTA VI. This open-world crime thriller is set to unfold in a Miami-inspired version of the game world, featuring the hometown of Leonida. The narrative is anticipated to follow seasoned criminal Lucia as she engages in an ambitious heist alongside a male counterpart.
No additional details regarding the delays of GTA VI have surfaced. However, Rockstar’s parent company, Take-Two, is scheduled to announce its financial results on May 15th, where questions from journalists and shareholders are likely to take center stage.
Source: www.theguardian.com
