When Will GTA 6 Be Released? Has It Been Delayed? Why and Until When Was GTA 6 Delayed?
After months of silence, Rockstar Games has finally confirmed what many fans feared: Grand Theft Auto VI will not be released in May 2026 as previously announced. The studio revealed that the new launch date is now November 19, 2026, marking yet another delay for what has become the most anticipated game in history.
Official Confirmation and Investor Impact
The announcement first appeared quietly in Take-Two Interactive’s latest fiscal report before being confirmed on Rockstar’s official social media channels. As is tradition for Rockstar, the game will initially launch only on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, with the PC version expected sometime in 2027 or later.
The financial report’s timing had an immediate effect on Take-Two’s stock, which dropped over 9% within hours of the news breaking. Analysts expect the stock to recover, but investors are likely to pressure Rockstar to meet the new deadline without another delay.
Rockstar’s brief statement read:
“We are sorry for adding additional time to what we realise has been a long wait, but these extra months will allow us to finish the game with the level of polish you have come to expect and deserve.”
Fan Reactions: Anger, Memes, and Acceptance
Online reactions were swift and emotional. Many fans expressed frustration and disbelief, while others turned to humor and memes to vent their disappointment.
One viral post from user PrimitiveAK on X (formerly Twitter) joked:
“I just smashed my TV in front of 30 guests at my party because of these constant delays. My wife just took our crying kids and said they’re all spending the week at a hotel. This delay has ruined my life. Goodbye Rockstar.”
While clearly exaggerated, the post resonated with thousands of fans who shared similar feelings. Other users compared the long wait for GTA 6 to biblical proportions, joking that “the second coming of Christ might happen first.” Another, named FERAS, quipped:
“Damn it! I became a father, and I might even become a grandfather, and your game still isn’t out yet!”
Even brands joined in the conversation. Indie publisher Devolver Digital asked if Rockstar needed a new publisher, while Domino’s Pizza offered to help “deliver the game” faster.
A Divided Fanbase
Despite the backlash, a surprising number of players voiced support for the delay. One user, Woody, summed up the more patient sentiment:
“I speak for everyone when we say take your good time. We want a finished game and game of the century, so you can take an additional 10 years if you need to.”
For now, fans will have to keep waiting. With over a decade since GTA V’s release, expectations for Grand Theft Auto VI are sky-high — and Rockstar knows it can’t afford to disappoint.
