Grand Theft Auto VI is now coming May 26, 2026.

Rockstar Games has announced that Grand Theft Auto VI will now release on May 26, 2026, pushing the game beyond its previously expected fall 2025 window. The studio said it needs additional time to meet expectations and thanked fans for their patience.

Key details

New announced release date (as of May 2, 2025): May 26, 2026
Previously expected: Fall 2025 (as communicated earlier by publisher Take-Two Interactive)
Developer and publisher: Rockstar Games (Take-Two Interactive)
Reason given: More development time to deliver the quality players expect

What Rockstar said

In a short statement posted on Rockstar’s Newswire, the studio confirmed the new date and apologized for the delay.

“Grand Theft Auto VI is now set to release on May 26, 2026.”

Rockstar added that the extra time is aimed at delivering the level of polish fans expect. No new trailer, gameplay details, or platform expansion were announced alongside the date change.

Why this delay matters

Grand Theft Auto VI is one of the most anticipated releases in the industry. A shift of several months can reshape publisher schedules, marketing plans, and even hardware sales forecasts. Financial analysts and investors also watch the title closely because it is expected to be a major driver for Take-Two’s results once it launches.

What we know about Grand Theft Auto VI so far

Rockstar has been careful about sharing details, but the game’s first trailer confirmed a return to Vice City and introduced a new pair of protagonists, including Lucia. Beyond that, official information has been limited, with Rockstar typically saving major reveals for dedicated marketing beats closer to launch.

Timeline

December 2023: Rockstar releases the first official trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI.
May 2, 2025: Rockstar announces the game will release on May 26, 2026.
November 6, 2025: Rockstar announces a further delay, moving the release date to November 19, 2026.

What to expect next

Based on Rockstar’s typical release cycle, more concrete information often arrives once a firm date is locked and marketing ramps up, including additional trailers, platform details, and pre order information. If Rockstar shares further updates, we will revise this post.

Sources

Rockstar Games Newswire (May 2, 2025): https://www.rockstargames.com/newswire/article/258aa538o412ok/grand-theft-auto-vi-is-now-coming-may-26-2026
Reuters (May 2, 2025): https://www.reuters.com/technology/take-two-interactive-delays-grand-theft-auto-vi-release-may-26-2026-2025-05-02/
The Verge summary (May 2, 2025): https://www.theverge.com/news/660057/grand-theft-auto-6-release-date-delay-may-2026
Rockstar Games Newswire update (Nov 6, 2025): https://www.rockstargames.com/newswire/article/ak3ak31a49a221/grand-theft-auto-vi-is-now-set-to-launch-november-19-2026
Official GTA VI page: https://www.rockstargames.com/VI/