Last month, Rockstar Games finally broke their silence and confirmed Grand Theft Auto 6 is set for May 26, 2026. They also dropped a second trailer and a bunch of screenshots to keep fans satisfied for now.
While that date seems solid, some fans are still worried Rockstar might push it back again. A post on the Grand Theft Auto Reddit asked, “How would you feel if GTA 6 got delayed again?”
One person replied, “It’d hurt, bad.”
Another said, “Doesn’t matter if it’s delayed again. What counts is the game being good.”
Someone else pointed out, “Both GTA V and Red Dead Redemption 2 were supposed to come out in the spring of their release years but got delayed twice. My advice? Don’t stress about it. I was obsessed with GTA V and Red Dead for years before they came out, and both were better
than I expected. It’ll be worth the wait.”
As for another delay, Rockstar usually only postpones games when they haven’t locked in a specific date. Since May 26, 2026, is set, it’s unlikely to change. But with Rockstar, you can never be too sure—if they think a delay will make the game better, they’ll probably do it.
GTA 6 Is More Than a Game—It’s the Industry’s Biggest Bet Yet
Rockstar Games is known for making awesome, story-packed games in a world full of repetitive sequels and microtransactions. With Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6), they’ve got a huge task: making a game that blows past the crazy high expectations set by earlier titles like GTA V, which sold a wild 185 million copies since 2013. Their last big hit, Red Dead Redemption 2 in 2018, was praised for its deep story and amazing world, but gaming has changed a lot since then, with live-service and battle royale games taking over. GTA 6 is Rockstar’s chance to show that single-player, story-driven games still rule.
The second trailer gave a sneak peek at Vice City, where you’ll follow Lucia, a woman fresh out of prison, and her partner Jason as they dive into the city’s shady underworld. It hints at a gritty story about corruption and complex characters, plus cool gameplay like heists, lifestyle stuff, and fun side activities.
Originally set for Fall 2025, Rockstar pushed the release to May 26, 2026, to make sure it’s top-notch. This delay also helps avoid the brutal “crunch” work culture they got heat for during Red Dead 2’s development. The delay’s a big deal—experts say it could cost the industry $2.7 billion in 2025, shaking up console sales and other game releases as competitors steer clear of GTA 6’s spotlight.
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