Rockstar Games recently announced a significant delay for Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6), shifting the console release from its previously targeted date of May 26, 2026, to Thursday, November 19, 2026, exclusively for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. In an official statement on their Newswire, the studio expressed regret for extending the wait, explaining that the additional six months are essential to achieve the “level of polish you have come to expect and deserve,” emphasizing their commitment to delivering a high-quality experience in the sprawling state of Leonida, featuring a return to modern-day Vice City. This marks the second major delay for the game, which was originally slated for a fall 2025 launch before being pushed back earlier this year, a move that Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick described as allowing more development time while still falling within the company’s fiscal year. The announcement has led to a noticeable dip in Take-Two’s stock, reflecting investor concerns over the prolonged timeline, though Zelnick remains confident in the new date, stating during a recent conference that the extra period has brought the team closer to perfection without altering plans for ongoing GTA Online updates.
Regarding the PC version, Rockstar has yet to provide an official release date or even confirmation of its development, continuing a pattern seen with previous titles like GTA V and Red Dead Redemption 2, where console launches preceded PC ports by one to two years to prioritize initial sales and combat piracy risks. Industry speculation, fueled by the latest delay and historical precedents, points to a potential PC arrival in late 2027 at the earliest, though some analysts and insiders suggest it could slip as far as 2028 due to the complexities of optimizing for diverse PC hardware configurations, addressing modding community concerns, and ensuring seamless integration of online features.
This extended wait has sparked frustration among players, with many voicing disappointment over the console exclusivity and calling for simultaneous releases, while others speculate that the delay might ultimately benefit the final product by allowing more refinement. Despite the uncertainty, Take-Two has hinted at a strategy aligned with past successes, where PC versions eventually become major revenue drivers through enhanced graphics, mod support, and broader accessibility. For now, eager players may need to consider console options or brace for another prolonged anticipation period.
