MC Tech Desk
May 3, 2025
Take-Two Interactive has officially announced that GTA 6 will now launch in May 2026.
Rockstar Games said the delay ensures the game meets quality expectations and thanked fans for their patience.
Take-Two’s shares fell by 10 percent after the announcement, their steepest drop in over two years.
CEO Strauss Zelnick supported Rockstar’s decision to take more time to deliver a groundbreaking experience.
Industry experts believe GTA 6 Online could release closer to the main game launch.
The delay may be due to content additions, development polish, or changes in release strategy.
Development began as early as 2014, with full production starting after Red Dead Redemption II’s release in 2018.
GTA V has sold over 210 million copies, generating nearly $9 billion since launch.
While GTA 6 is delayed, Take-Two will release Borderlands 4 and Mafia: The Old Country to maintain momentum.