GTA 6 Release Delayed to November 2026

Grand Theft Auto 6 has been delayed – for the second time – until 19 November 2026.

One of the most anticipated game releases ever, the sequel by Developer Rockstar Games is due out in May 2026.

It has been postponed before, from autumn 2025.

But in a statement on Thursday, Rockstar said it will take more months to finish the game with the level Polish fans “expect”.

GTA 5, The latest in the series, was released in 2013 and is the second best-selling game of all time.

Despite being 12 years old, it remains very popular among fans today because of its online mode.

In its statement, Rockstar said it was “sorry to add more time” to a long wait and thanked fans for their patience.

It is said that it is “incredibly excited” for players to experience the game setting of Leonida – a clear US state based on Florida – and a modern version of MIAMI-Dinchied Vice City.

The announcement follows the Firing 31 workers from Rockstar’s UK studios on 30 October.

The Lepende Union of Greater Britain (IWGB), which represents people who work in the gaming industry, accused the operating staff of the development of the development of the development staff.

Members led rallies outside the company’s offices in Edinburgh and London on Thursday. The BBC has approached Rockstar’s parent company, Take Two Interactive, for comment.

Rockstar has remained tight-lipped about GTA 6, releasing only two trailers so far, with The second coming in May this year.

With over 100 million views, the nearly three-minute video gives players a deeper insight into the backstory of protagonist Jason of Leonida – as well as revealing new characters and map locations.

Rockstar has a form for delaying its games and a reputation for perfectionism, with the previous release of Red – Red Red Dissedment from its original release date.

The increased demand for complexity and scope from players, as well as the growing costs of development, means that publishers are less willing to risk unfinished products.

When it finally lands, GTA 6 will likely be one of the most expensive video games ever made, but is also expected to set sales records at launch.

Whether it lives up to the hype remains to be seen.