## Grand Theft Auto VI Faces Delay, Now Set to Launch in May 2026
The wait for Rockstar Games’ highly anticipated *Grand Theft Auto VI* has been extended. Originally slated for a fall 2025 release, the game is now expected to launch in May 2026. The delay, announced on the Rockstar Games website, cites the need for extra time to “deliver at the level of quality you expect and deserve.”
In a message to fans, the development team expressed their apologies, acknowledging the immense interest and excitement surrounding the next installment in the *Grand Theft Auto* franchise. “We are very sorry that this is later than you expected,” the statement reads. “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.”
Rockstar emphasized their commitment to exceeding player expectations, stating, “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.”
The delay comes after the release of the first *GTA VI* trailer in December 2023, which offered a glimpse into the game’s Vice City setting and introduced Lucia, the series’ first female protagonist, whose story will incorporate Bonnie and Clyde-inspired elements.
The impact of the delay was immediately felt, with Take-Two Interactive, Rockstar’s parent company, experiencing an 8 percent drop in premarket trading on the NASDAQ. More details regarding the reasons behind the delay may surface during Take-Two’s upcoming financial results on May 15th.
Despite the wait, excitement remains high for *GTA VI*. The previous installment, *Grand Theft Auto V*, continues to be a massive success, remaining incredibly popular 11 years after its initial release. In fact, *GTA V* recently topped Twitch charts, becoming the most watched game of 2024. While fans will have to wait longer to experience the next chapter in the *Grand Theft Auto* saga, Rockstar promises that the extra development time will ensure a gaming experience that lives up to the series’ legacy.
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