GTA VI Release Delayed to May 2026

Rockstar Games has delayed the release of Grand Theft Auto VI to May 26, 2026, moving it from the previously expected Fall 2025 window to ensure the game meets high quality standards. The company apologized to fans and promised to deliver an exceptional product, noting this marks the longest gap—13 years—between mainline GTA releases since GTA V's 2013 debut. GTA V has sold over 200 million copies, underscoring the franchise's major commercial and cultural impact. Take-Two Interactive, Rockstar's parent company, saw its stock fall more than 9% after the delay announcement, reflecting investor concerns over fiscal forecasts. Analysts believe the risk of further delays is now limited, and the announcement of a specific release date offers reassurance. Rockstar and Take-Two emphasized that the extra time will be used to further refine the game's storytelling, gameplay, and technical features.