Rockstar Games has delayed Grand Theft Auto VI to May 2026. The company previously expected to release the game sometime in 2025. The reason for the delay is to give the developers extra time to polish the game.
The full statement on the Rockstar site reads:
Hi everyone,
Grand Theft Auto VI is now set to release on May 26, 2026.
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.
We look forward to sharing more information with you soon.
Sincerely,
Rockstar Games
Grand Theft Auto VI takes players back to Vice City, first seen in 2002’s GTA: Vice City for the PS2. This installment also introduces the series’ first female protagonist, Lucia. GTA IV will now release on 26th May 2026.