Rockstar Games shares huge new update on release date for GTA 6

Rockstar Games has confirmed when Grand Theft Auto VI is coming out — and the news is likely to disappoint fans.

Gamers from across the globe have been waiting in anticipation for the GTA VI to be released, and Rockstar Games has now issued a huge update on its release date and confirmed that won't hit shelves until next year.

It said in a statement shared to Instagram today (May 2): "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."

Gaming fans have been quick to express their disappointment at the delay.

One person commented on the Instagram post: "This game ain’t ever coming out at this rate!!!"

Echoing similar sentiments, another write: "This game is never coming out bro."

A third added: "I read that as 2025 and lost my mind! Ugh!"

Rockstar Games have given an update on GTA VI (rockstargames/Instagram)

Others were somewhat unsurprised at the news, while different GTA fans applauded Rockstar for the delay to make sure the game was up to scratch.

"Good. Better than other companies releasing unfinished buggy games," someone said of the delayed release date.

Another penned: "At least we have a date! I hope he doesn't postpone it again, because then we will be obliged to hold a demonstration."

GTA VI is set to be released in May 2026 (Rockstar Games)

Rockstar Games may have finally given fans the release date that they've all been waiting for, but the video game publisher is yet to confirm how much GTA VI will cost.

One expert has suggested that it could set people back as much as much as $100.

Michael Pachter, the managing director of equity research at Wedbush Securities, said: "We think the company has plans to sell the game at a previously unheard of price point, and suspect that management can offer consumers an incentive to pay $100 or more per unit by rewarding them with a large amount of in-game currency to be spent in GTA Online."

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