GTA 6 Launch Date Officially Announced – Here’s What You Need to Know

Rockstar Games GTA 6 Release date

After years of speculation, anticipation, and viral fan theories, Rockstar Games has finally dropped the bombshell: Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) is officially launching on May 26, 2026. While many were hoping for a 2025 release, Rockstar has confirmed the delay is to ensure the game lives up to its legendary expectations.

And honestly? It’s hard to blame them.

Why the GTA 6 Delay?

Initially teased with a tentative 2025 window, Rockstar recently pushed the date back nearly a year. According to a company statement, they want to deliver the “best possible experience” — and considering the GTA franchise’s legacy, it makes sense they’re not rushing it.

Take-Two Interactive, Rockstar’s parent company, has also weighed in, projecting record-breaking earnings for 2026 and 2027. So while the delay might sting, it’s clear the company is confident GTA 6 will be worth the wait.

What We Know So Far

The first trailer, released in December 2023, shattered YouTube records with over 100 million views in a single day. Set in a modernized Vice City, the game introduces Lucia, GTA’s first female protagonist in a mainline title, alongside a second (yet unnamed) male lead, suggesting a Bonnie-and-Clyde dynamic.

GTA 6 promises an immersive, story-rich experience in a vibrant open world, packed with detail, satire, and, of course, chaos — everything fans love about the series.

Platforms and Availability

Rockstar has confirmed that GTA 6 will launch exclusively on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. There’s no official word on a PC release yet, but based on Rockstar’s past pattern with GTA V and Red Dead Redemption 2, a PC version may come later.

When is gta 6 coming out

Sure, waiting until 2026 feels like a drag, especially after a decade since GTA V first launched. But with the tech advances in gaming, next-gen hardware, and Rockstar’s reputation for quality, this delay might just mean a more polished, mind-blowing experience.

So mark your calendars, stock up on energy drinks, and maybe start clearing your schedule for May 2026 — because GTA 6 is coming, and it’s going to be huge.