The highly anticipated next installment in the ‘GTA’ video game franchise, which takes place in the fictional state of Leonida, home of Vice City and beyond, is now set to release May 26, 2026.
Rockstar Games has announced that their highly anticipated title Grand Theft Auto VI has been delayed, and is now set to release on May 26, 2026. The installment was previously slated to debut later this year.
“We are very sorry that this is later than you expected,” Rockstar said in a statement. “The interest and excitement surrounding a new Grand Theft Auto has been truly humbling for our entire team. We want to thank you for your support and your patience as we work to finish the game.”
Parent company Take-Two Interactive also released a statement, reassuring investors that despite the delay, the company will, “achieve sequential increases in, and record levels of, Net Bookings in Fiscal 2026 and 2027.”
“We support fully Rockstar Games taking additional time to realize their creative vision for Grand Theft Auto VI, which promises to be a groundbreaking, blockbuster entertainment experience that exceeds audience expectations,” said Strauss Zelnick, Chairman and CEO for Take-Two Interactive Software. “While we take the movement of our titles seriously and appreciate the vast and deep global anticipation for Grand Theft Auto VI, we remain steadfast in our commitment to excellence. As we continue to release our phenomenal pipeline, we expect to deliver a multi-year period of growth in our business and enhanced value for our shareholders.”
Not much is known about the upcoming game, except that it takes place in the fictional state of Leonida, home to the neon-soaked streets of Vice City and beyond.
Source: Rockstar Games
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