Rockstar Games has announced that the release of the long-awaited Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) is being moved up to May 26, 2026, from its original fall 2025 release date. The company explained that the development team needs more time to ensure the game meets the high standards that players expect and deserve.
In a statement posted on Rockstar's official website, the company apologized for the delay, stressing how touched the team is by the public's intense interest. The company also thanked players for their support and patience, noting that every Rockstar release aims to exceed expectations, and Grand Theft Auto VI is no exception.
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The company promises to share more information about the game soon.
The first official trailer for the title was released in December 2023, and there have been no major updates. The new chapter of the popular series will take place in Vice City and will feature, for the first time, a female protagonist named Lucia, with the plot taking inspiration from the story of Bonnie and Clyde.
Grand Theft Auto VI is one of the most anticipated titles, and more details about its postponement are likely to be revealed on May 15th, when Rockstar Games, Take-Two Interactive, presents its financial results.
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"We fully support Rockstar Games in needing additional time to realize their creative vision for Grand Theft Auto VI, which promises to be a groundbreaking entertainment experience," said Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick.
Despite the wait for the new game, Grand Theft Auto V still remains extremely popular even 11 years after its release, recently topping Twitch as the most streamed game of 2024.
The delay to GTA VI is disappointing for many fans, but it's not unexpected — especially from a company like Rockstar, which is known for taking its time with its releases. If the extra time delay means the final product will be more polished, stable, and worthy of the series' reputation, then it's probably worth the patience.
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The fact that GTA V remains popular even after 11 years shows how large a player base the series has maintained, which raises expectations even higher for the new title. Also, the choice of a female protagonist and the return to Vice City show a willingness for fresh narrative approaches.
Source: www.theverge.com
