Overview
- Rockstar’s updated plan sets Grand Theft Auto VI for November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with PC timing not confirmed.
- Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick publicly reaffirmed confidence in the new date and emphasized that it falls within the company’s current fiscal year.
- The one-year mark has reignited community debate, with some fans predicting another delay into 2027 and others expecting Rockstar to hold the line.
- Industry insider Reece “Kiwi Talkz” Reilly claims the game is technically far ahead of rivals and says development is focused on console optimization rather than day-one PC support.
- Coverage also notes recent staff departures at Rockstar and analyst expectations that publishers may reshuffle launches to steer clear of GTA 6’s window.