In a move that surprised few but disappointed many, Rockstar Games has officially delayed the release of GTA 6 to May 2026. The announcement, stripped of any additional details such as launch platforms or even a new trailer, left fans without even a fresh screenshot to tide them over.
Rockstar's history of delaying high-profile titles meant that this news, while unwelcome, was not entirely unexpected. The gaming community's reaction has been a cocktail of frustration, acceptance, and anticipation for yet another year of intense speculation on the GTA 6 subreddit and other forums.
The GTA 6 subreddit, a hotbed for conspiracy theories and eager discussions about the game, erupted with activity following the delay announcement. Users expressed their dismay over the lack of new content to accompany the news.
“Ffs, Fuck Rockstar, at least give us screenshots,” lamented MyNameIsToFuOG, capturing the sentiment of many who felt the delay could have been softened with some visual updates.
“At least give us a screenshot, this is ridiculous even for R*,” echoed Abvk0, frustrated by the 1.5 years of silence leading up to the mere delay announcement.
Others, like bl00nded, took a more philosophical approach: “At least we have a date now, I don't mind a delay if it means the game is gonna be good.”
Puzzleheaded-Hunt731 expressed skepticism about the new release date: “It’s Rockstar bro. What did you expect? Also, I really doubt it will release on May 26, they will delay it more.”
The delay has sparked discussions about the potential simultaneous release of GTA 6 on PC alongside PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S. Kiwibom hoped for a PC launch in 2026: “I hope that means that a PC version is also coming in 2026 and not 2027.”
Velkoadmiral offered a different prediction: “2026 console release, late 2027 PC release, 2028 new-gen console release.”
AnswerSee ResultsIGN's commenters also weighed in on the delay. BSideleau criticized 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.”
Speculation about GTA 6's price is also rife, with fans bracing for a potential $80 price tag, in line with recent trends set by Nintendo and Microsoft. Some even suggest it could go as high as $100, especially if bundled with a new version of GTA Online.
In their statement, Rockstar hinted at forthcoming updates: “we look forward to sharing more information with you soon.” This has fueled hopes among fans that a second trailer might be on the horizon.
GTA 6 is poised to be not only the biggest entertainment launch ever but also one of the most critically acclaimed games in history. Under this immense pressure, Rockstar and Take-Two are likely determined to ensure the game meets the highest quality standards, making this delay feel almost inevitable.
