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Rockstar Games has officially announced that the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI, originally slated for release in the fall of this year, will now be delayed until May 26, 2026.
In a recent public statement, Rockstar explained that the postponement was motivated by a desire to ensure the game meets players’ expectations and upholds the high standards of quality associated with the franchise. The studio expressed its regret to fans for the delay and thanked them for their continued patience.
Grand Theft Auto VI marks the first mainline installment in the series since Grand Theft Auto V launched on September 17, 2013—over a decade ago. Set in a fictionalized version of Florida, within the state of Leonida and its crime-ridden Vice City, the game introduces a new dual-protagonist narrative inspired by the tale of outlaw lovers. Notably, it will be the first entry in the franchise to feature a female protagonist as a central playable character.
Following the debut of its first trailer in December 2023, the game generated unprecedented excitement. The trailer not only revealed glimpses of the game’s tone and narrative style but also shattered records—becoming the most viewed video game trailer within its first 24 hours on YouTube and earning a Guinness World Record. To date, the video has amassed over 250 million views.
According to The Financial Times, sources indicate that the development budget for GTA VI could reach as high as $2 billion, even conservative estimates place it among the most expensive games ever made. Analysts project that the title could generate up to $3.2 billion in total revenue within its first 12 months.
Given its astronomical production costs, GTA VI may carry a retail price point approaching $100. Rockstar Games is reportedly considering ways to offset this price—such as offering bonus content or free post-launch updates—to make the purchase more appealing to players.
If the price of Grand Theft Auto VI indeed surpasses the $100 threshold, it could set a precedent for the broader gaming industry, potentially ushering in an era of higher standard pricing for premium titles.
