The next installment in popular open-world Grand Theft Auto game series, GTA VI has officially been delayed and will not be launching this year. Developers of GTA VI, Rockstar Games, have announced that the game will be now be released on May 26, 2026.
In a blogpost announcing the delay and new release date, Rockstar Games wrote, “We are very sorry that this is later than you expected. 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.”
“With every game we have released, the goal has always been to try and exceed your expectations, and Grand Theft Auto VI is no exception. We hope you understand that we need this extra time to deliver at the level of quality you expect and deserve.” the company added.