It was, perhaps, inevitable: Rockstar has delayed GTA 6 to May 2026. The announcement came in a straightforward statement that lacked details on launch platforms or a new trailer. Not even a fresh screenshot was provided alongside the news.
Fans of Rockstar games are no strangers to such delays. The renowned developer has a history of pushing back release dates, so the delay of GTA 6 may not come as a shock to many. Despite this, the fanbase has responded with a mix of disappointment, relief, and an anticipation of another year filled with wild speculation about the game.
The GTA 6 subreddit, a hub for countless conspiracy theories about the game, its trailers, and its release date, has been buzzing since the announcement."Ffs, Fuck Rockstar, at least give us screenshots," lamented MyNameIsToFuOG, capturing the general frustration over Rockstar's lack of new content to accompany the delay news.
"At least give us a screenshot, this is ridiculous even for R*," echoed Abvk0. "1.5 years of silence just to drop a delay news without even showing us bread crumbs of the game?"
On a more positive note, bl00nded remarked, "At least we have a date now, I don't mind a delay if it means the game is gonna be good."
Expressing skepticism, Puzzleheaded-Hunt731 commented, "It’s Rockstar bro. What did you expect? Also, I really doubt it will release on May 26, they will delay it more."
There's also speculation that Rockstar might release GTA 6 on PC simultaneously with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S, given the new 2026 timeline. Kiwibom expressed hope, saying, "I hope that means that a PC version is also coming in 2026 and not 2027."
Velkoadmiral predicted a staggered release, stating, "2026 console release, late 2027 PC release, 2028 new-gen console release."
AnswerSee ResultsIGN's commenters also weighed in on the GTA 6 delay, with user BSideleau criticizing the current console generation: "Surprising no one. It will be a final game of this tepid generation. What a let down. I have never felt more grifted than by Microsoft and Sony this generation. Both consoles are more 0.5 updates from the previous generation than true next gen consoles, yet they expected us to pay MORE for them. Quit letting them get away with it. Demand better."
Discussions about the potential price of GTA 6 are also rampant. With both Nintendo and Microsoft setting prices at $80 for some titles, fans are preparing for GTA 6 to follow suit. Some speculate it might even reach $100, especially if it includes the new GTA Online.
Rockstar's statement hinted at more information coming soon, sparking hope among fans that Trailer 2 could be on the horizon.
GTA 6 is not just anticipated to be the biggest entertainment launch ever but is also expected to be one of the greatest games of all time. Given the immense pressure on Rockstar and parent company Take-Two, ensuring the game's highest quality at launch seems paramount. Therefore, this delay, while disappointing, feels almost inevitable.
